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Most Britons hold unfavourable opinion of Donald Trump and Elon Musk
Elon Musk jumps on the stage as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show on October 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa.

MOST people in Britain have an unfavourable opinion of far-right enablers Elon Musk and Donald Trump, according to a new Ipsos survey published today. 

The poll of 1,139 adults suggests that 63 per cent of Britons dislike both the US president-elect and South African tech tycoon. 

Most of the public — 53 per cent — thought Mr Trump’s presidency will be negative for global security and conflict.

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