A recent CNN poll indicates that nearly half of Americans, approximately 47%, identify as political independents, marking the highest level of partisan independence in over a decade. This shift has been particularly noted among younger and male voters, with a decline in Republican identification since 2024. The poll reveals that 27% of respondents identify as Democrats and 26% as Republicans. Among registered voters, Democrats slightly outnumber Republicans at 31% to 28%, while 41% do not align with either party. The data suggests that independents tend to be younger and less politically engaged, with only 67% registered to vote. The poll was conducted nationwide among 2,480 adults from May 7-31, 2026, with a margin of error of plus or minus 2.7 percentage points.
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CNN Poll Shows Record High of Political Independents in the U.S.
A CNN poll shows that 47% of Americans now identify as political independents, the highest level in over a decade. The poll indicates a decline in Republican identification, particularly among younger voters, while Democrats slightly outnumber Republicans among registered voters. The survey was conducted with 2,480 adults nationwide.
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CNN Poll Shows Record High of Political Independents in the U.S.