**Press Release - Political Poll Analysis**

For Immediate Release

August 17, 2023

Kaplan Strategies has recently concluded a nationwide poll focusing on Likely Republican Primary voters.
The findings, consistent with both July and earlier this month, reveal that Donald Trump maintains his
lead with 47%. He is followed by Ramaswamy at 11%, Ron DeSantis at 10%, and Mike Pence at 6%.
Candidates such as Christie, Haley, Scott, Burgum, Suarez, and Hutchison received 5% or lower, while 9%
of respondents remained undecided.

Donald Trump continues to enjoy popularity within the Republican primary voters, with 64% viewing the
former President favorably. In contrast, 32% expressed an unfavorable opinion. Notably, these numbers
have shifted slightly from 61%-35% earlier this month. Mike Pence's favorability has experienced a
decline, currently at 36%-51%, compared to 56%-35% in July and 40%-45% earlier this month.

Ron DeSantis has experienced a modest shift in his favorability rating, now at 49%-38% following a
previous rating of 53%-32%. Similarly, Ramaswamy holds a favorability rating of 41%-26%. Chris Christie's
unfavorable ratings remain high at 22%-59%. Other candidates like Haley (41%-32%), Scott (32%-26%),
Hutchinson (15%-31%), and Burgum (10%-31%) also registered favorability ratings.

Additionally, Kaplan Strategies introduced Francis Suarez to the poll for the first time, who debuted with
a 15%-30% favorable rating, while 55% of respondents had no opinion.

The poll, conducted by the reputable and nonpartisan research firm Kaplan Strategies, utilized an online
panel of cell phone users through web, text, and IVR responses. The survey gathered responses from
1093 registered, likely Republican Primary voters nationwide between August 9th and August 10th, with
a margin of error of ±3.0%. The research was weighted and funded by Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez –
Ethics and Honesty in Government.

About Kaplan Strategies:

Kaplan Strategies stands as a prominent polling and strategic consulting firm, specializing in offering
actionable insights and comprehensive guidance to political campaigns, businesses, and organizations.
Utilizing a team of experienced professionals and cutting-edge methodologies, Kaplan Strategies
empowers its clients to make well-informed decisions, facilitating success in the dynamic political
landscape of today.