President-elect Donald Trump has called for an investigation into retired Iowa pollster J. Ann Selzer, accusing her of undermining trust in the 2024 election despite his decisive win in Iowa. Trump criticized Selzer for her final Iowa poll that predicted Vice President Kamala Harris would win the state by three points, while he ultimately triumphed by 13 points. Selzer, known for her accuracy in political polling, announced her retirement from polling this weekend, fueling Trump’s accusations. This is the first time Trump has made such claims in a race where he emerged victorious. Despite the wide margin of Trump’s Iowa win, his criticism reflects a pattern of targeting institutions he believes undermine his victories. Selzer has not responded to Trump’s comments. This incident raises questions about the influence of polling projections on voter sentiment and campaign strategies. Trump’s fiery post on Truth Social has sparked controversy and skepticism about the integrity of polling practices. As Selzer steps away from polling for other ventures, the future of political polling accuracy and trust remains uncertain in the face of such public scrutiny and criticism.
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