Scripps News Poll: Most Expect Post-Election Day Violence

Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe some form of political violence will occur after November’s election, a Scripps News/Ipsos poll released Thursday found.

The national survey of 1,028 adults aged 18 and over conducted Oct. 18-20 found that 62% — including 70% of Democrats and 59% of Republicans — said it is very or somewhat likely that there will be violence related to political outcomes following Election Day on Nov. 5. The poll has a margin of error of +/- 3.3 percentage points.

Also, 51% said they strongly or somewhat support using the military to stop any threat of potential violence around Election Day, with 30% strongly or somewhat opposed.

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