Poll: Americans divided on Elon Musk's influence, trustworthiness
- UMass Amherst released a poll on April 15, 2025, showing divided opinions on Musk.
- Trump's administration appointed Musk as a special advisor for cost-cutting with DOGE.
- The poll surveyed 1,000 people from April 4-9 and had a 3.7% error margin.
- Fifty-Six percent of Americans feel Musk has too much influence, per the poll.
- The poll suggests growing distrust in Musk since the 2024 election.
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