In the upcoming primary election, a recent poll shows that Utahns are experiencing economic worry. The poll, conducted by the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics, reveals that 48% of Utahns believe their personal financial situation is deteriorating while only 19% feel it is improving. This stands in contrast to a national survey by the Economist/YouGov which found that 73% of respondents see the economy as fair or poor.
According to KSL at Night’s Greg Skordas, the economic concerns in Utah could benefit Republican candidates in the upcoming election. Skordas stated that this could provide a significant boost to the Republican party. Additionally, KSL at Night’s Leah Murray noted that individuals’ economic outlook may vary based on their presidential candidate preference. For example, Trump voters may feel that the economy is on the wrong track as 87% of them stated their belief that this is the case.
The latest data on the economy aligns with political preference polls in Utah where 49% of Utahns plan to support Trump while 20% back Biden. This indicates a correlation between economic concerns and political leanings in the state. If you have a story idea or tip, you can share it with the KSL NewsRadio team.