Americans view the Republican Party as the party more capable of protecting the U.S. and keeping it prosperous, but fewer people hold this view since last year, according to a Gallup survey released on Tuesday.

The poll found that 48 percent of Americans believe the GOP is more likely to keep the country protected, compared to 41 percent who think Democrats can do the same. However, the GOP's lead has decreased from 57 percent in 2022 and 2023, before dipping to 54 percent in 2024.

Fewer Americans see Republicans as less likely to keep the country prosperous. Gallup's previous poll, conducted in Sept. 2024, showed that 50 percent of Americans thought they were better at keeping the country prosperous. This dropped one year later, with 43 percent believing the GOP keeps the country prospe

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