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Poll: Most Republicans think FBI, DOJ trying to 'delegitimize' Trump

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Almost 3-in-4 Republican voters think the FBI and Justice Department are trying to undermine President Trump, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll released on Monday.

Why it matters: This comes in the wake of a four-page memo crafted by Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee. The poll's key finding is especially surprising given Republicans' historical support for law enforcement.

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The details on the poll, which was conducted between Feb. 3 and 5:

  • 73% of Republican voters said “members of the FBI and Department of Justice are working to delegitimize President Trump through politically motivated investigations," per Reuters.
  • About the same percentage of Democratic voters believe Republicans and the White House are trying to interfere with the Russia probe.
  • A narrow majority, about 52%, believes Trump or a campaign aide worked with Russia to influence the election.
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