MAGA Supporters Overlook JD Vance's Poor Polling as Trump's VP Contender

In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump has selected J.D. Vance as his running mate for the upcoming election, a decision that has sparked mixed reactions among Republican voters. Vance, a first-term U.S. Senator and author of the bestselling memoir "Hillbilly Elegy," boasts an impressive background that includes Yale Law School, military service, and venture capital experience. However, his history of criticizing Trump has raised eyebrows, leading to uncertainty about his acceptance among party members. Polling data reveals a significant divide within the Republican Party regarding Vance's candidacy. While 74 percent of Republicans view him as a good choice, his overall approval ratings remain low, with only 39 percent of U.S. adults supporting the selection. Notably, MAGA Republicans are more enthusiastic, with 61 percent strongly endorsing Vance, contrasting sharply with the 34 percent of non-MAGA Republicans who express strong support. This latter group, which represents a more moderate faction of the party, shows considerable ambivalence, with a third remaining undecided and 10 percent already deeming him a poor choice. Democratic voters largely disapprove of Vance's selection, with 58 percent labeling it a bad choice, and 44 percent considering it "very bad." Interestingly, 15 percent of Democrats still view him favorably. Among Independents, support for Vance is slightly higher, with 30 percent in favor compared to 24 percent opposed, indicating a complex landscape as the election approaches.