Guardian Essential poll: Australians more favourable to Trump and less sure about Aukus

Survey records 15-point surge in support for Republican presidential nominee since November 2020, with 36% now considering him favourably

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Australians are feeling less opposed to a Donald Trump presidency than four years ago, and less sure the Aukus agreement will make Australia more secure, the latest Guardian Essential poll shows.

Trump, who recently survived an assassination attempt, has seen a 15-point surge in support since November 2020, with 36% of polled Australians now considering him “favourable”.

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