A recent poll by Rasmussen Reports reveals that a significant portion of likely voters in the United States are concerned about the potential impact of cheating in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
According to the survey, conducted in mid-September 2024, 62 percent of respondents expressed varying levels of concern about the integrity of the election, highlighting ongoing anxieties about election security and fairness across the political spectrum.
The Rasmussen survey posed a direct question to voters: “How concerned are you that the outcome of the 2024 presidential election will be affected by cheating?” A majority of respondents—62 percent—stated that they were either very or somewhat concerned about cheating influencing the results of the election. Of these, 40 percent said they were “very” concerned, while 22 percent indicated they were “somewhat” concerned. On the other hand, 16 percent of voters said they were “not very concerned,” and 18 percent claimed they were “not at all concerned.”
When breaking down the data along party lines, Republicans appeared to be the most apprehensive about election integrity. Seventy-seven percent of Republican respondents expressed concern that cheating might sway the outcome in 2024, with many feeling that the stakes are especially high in this election cycle. Independents were also considerably worried, with 62 percent saying they were concerned. Interestingly, 50 percent of Democrats shared these fears, though a large portion of Democratic voters—47 percent—said they were either “not very concerned” or “not at all concerned.”
These findings reflect a divided public perception on the issue, particularly between political parties. While Republicans exhibit a much stronger belief that cheating could influence the election, a significant portion of Democrats and Independents also express concerns, suggesting that distrust in the election process is becoming more widespread.
The survey also explored how likely voters felt about potential cheating in the previous presidential election in 2020. Fifty-three percent of all respondents stated that they believe it is either “very” or “somewhat” likely that cheating impacted the outcome of that election. A closer look at the numbers shows that 71 percent of Republicans and 46 percent of Independents believe cheating influenced the 2020 results, compared to 42 percent of Democrats who held a similar view.
The lingering doubts about the 2020 election continue to fuel current concerns, especially among Republican voters, many of whom have remained skeptical about the results of that contest. Allegations of election fraud and irregularities were hotly debated following the 2020 race, and the effects of that dispute appear to have carried into voter attitudes about 2024.
To address these concerns, the Republican National Committee (RNC) and former President Donald Trump’s campaign have launched an extensive election integrity initiative ahead of the 2024 election. The program, which was rolled out earlier this year, is aimed at combating voter fraud and ensuring that all votes are accurately counted. It is being described as the “most extensive and monumental election integrity program in the nation’s history.”
The initiative includes several key features, such as a large-scale poll-watching program and a team of lawyers prepared to engage in legal battles over election disputes. The RNC has already been involved in 82 election-related lawsuits across 25 states during this election cycle, a reflection of the party’s aggressive approach to safeguarding the integrity of the upcoming election.
One of the major components of the RNC’s program is the “State Republican War Room,” a command center that will field reports from poll watchers and voters. The legal team is tasked with addressing any issues that arise, interpreting election code, and providing guidance on how problems should be escalated or resolved. This system will be in place from the start of early voting and will remain operational until after Election Day if necessary.
In a recent press release, RNC Chairman Michael Whatley and co-chair Lara Trump announced that the party had already surpassed its goal of recruiting 200,000 poll watchers, who will be stationed across the country to monitor voting and help prevent any irregularities.
Lara Trump, a prominent figure in the election integrity initiative, issued a stern warning to anyone considering engaging in illegal activities during the election. “We are sending a loud and clear message out there to anyone who thinks about cheating in an election. If you cheat in an election, we will find you, we will track you down, and we will prosecute you to the full extent of the law,” she stated.
As the 2024 election approaches, concerns over election integrity remain a significant issue for a broad cross-section of the electorate. The poll reveals that while Republicans express the highest levels of concern, many Independents and Democrats also harbor doubts about the potential for cheating to impact the outcome. With the RNC’s extensive efforts to ensure a fair process and the intense focus on legal battles over election integrity, the upcoming election is likely to be heavily scrutinized. Whether these efforts can ease concerns or further fuel skepticism remains to be seen.
As voting day draws closer, the debate over election security and integrity is expected to intensify, reflecting a political climate in which trust in the electoral process is becoming increasingly polarized.
But the democrats welcome cheating.
Just put the DEATH PENALTY on the table for vote or election fraud and it won’t happen very often.