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Trump Triumphs in Mississippi: Dominating Lead in GOP Primary Race, New Poll Reveals

ByAlki David

Sep 4, 2023

In a groundbreaking revelation, the latest Mississippi Today poll, carried out by Siena Research, has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Former President Donald Trump continues to shine brightly in the Magnolia State, with an astonishing 61 percent of likely Republican primary voters voicing their unwavering support for the ex-commander-in-chief.

The numbers are nothing short of extraordinary, as Trump towers over his closest competitor, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, by an astounding 39-point margin. DeSantis, while a formidable contender in his own right, commands 22 percent support, a testament to his popularity among conservative voters.

This commanding lead demonstrates that Trump’s influence in the Republican Party remains as potent as ever. But what does this all mean for the GOP moving forward? The implications are profound.

Trump’s enduring popularity in Mississippi highlights the strong connection he has with the state’s conservative base. His policies and charisma have resonated deeply with voters, solidifying his status as a GOP icon. The implications of this are clear: Trump remains a central figure in Republican politics, capable of shaping the party’s future direction.

As for the other candidates in the race, it’s a stark reality check. None of them have managed to break into double-digit support, signaling the immense challenge they face in trying to unseat the former president. It’s a reminder that, in the world of politics, name recognition and a loyal base can be formidable assets.

In the coming months, as the primary race intensifies, all eyes will be on Mississippi. Trump’s commanding lead sets a high bar for his opponents, and they’ll need to mount a formidable challenge if they hope to dethrone him as the preferred candidate of Mississippi’s Republican voters.

In this fast-paced political environment, one thing is clear: the road to the GOP nomination runs through Trump’s stronghold in Mississippi. As the campaign trail heats up, we can only expect the drama and intrigue to escalate.

In a highly anticipated poll, former President Donald Trump has emerged as the undisputed frontrunner in Mississippi’s Republican primary race, securing a commanding 61 percent support among likely primary voters. Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida trails behind at 22 percent, while other candidates struggle to gain traction. Trump’s enduring appeal in Mississippi underscores his pivotal role in shaping the future of the GOP.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.