Trump-Backed Candidates Cruise in Wisconsin Polls as POTUS’ Popularity Rises

President Donald Trump’s approval rating continues to climb among Republican voters in Wisconsin, even as support for the Republican Party overall has slightly declined, according to a new League of American Workers poll. The survey also suggests that Trump‑endorsed candidates are well positioned to secure their party’s nominations in key Wisconsin races.

According to the poll, Trump’s job approval rating among Badger State Republican voters has risen 5 percentage points since March, while approval of the Republican Party has fallen 1 point. Favorability toward the U.S. war in Iran has also increased by at least 8 points.

In Wisconsin’s marquee races this November—including the gubernatorial contest and the 7th Congressional District—the poll shows that candidates backed by Trump hold a significant advantage.

Michael Alfonso, who is running to succeed Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s 7th District as Tiffany seeks the governorship, is viewed favorably by 39% of voters, while 45% said they have no opinion.

The survey of 504 registered voters, which has a 4‑percentage‑point margin of error, found that when respondents are informed of Trump’s endorsement of Alfonso, 62% say they are “more likely” to support him. Just 7% said they are “less likely,” while 29% said the endorsement makes “no difference.”

Voters also responded positively when told about Alfonso’s familial ties. According to the poll, 58% of district voters say they are “more likely” to vote for Alfonso when informed that his in-laws are Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and “Fox and Friends Weekend” host Rachel Campos-Duffy.

League of American Workers founder Steve Cortes told The Daily Signal that Trump’s endorsement and Alfonso’s family connections are decisive assets in the race.

“By far the biggest two assets are the Trump endorsements and his in‑laws,” Cortes said. “These attributes should be emphasized at every opportunity.”

The poll also shows strong support for Tiffany, who received Trump’s endorsement earlier this year in his bid for governor. Tiffany holds a favorable rating with 52% of voters, while 14% remain undecided.

“Tom Tiffany is VERY well regarded in his district,” Cortes said. “Additionally, he is very well known, as a repeated winner there. Obviously Tom must focus on his own race, but an endorsement would be very helpful—and any willingness to campaign with Michael even better.”

More broadly, the poll found that Republican voters’ views of Democrats continue to deteriorate. Democrat favorability has fallen by 9 percentage points in Wisconsin, according to the survey.