Much of the American public is souring on billionaire Elon Musk and the heavy influence he appears to wield over the federal government.
Fifty-two percent of registered voters have an unfavorable view of Musk, while just 39% view him favorably, according to new data from the polling firm Civiqs. That includes a stark gender divide: A little under half of male voters (45%) have a favorable view of Musk compared with 57% of female voters who view him unfavorably.
More than three-quarters (79%) of Republicans held the X owner in high regard, while 95% of Democrats aren’t a fan. Independents lean toward Democrats’ opinion too, with 52% having an unfavorable view of Musk and only 36% having a favorable view.
