Prosecutor Matthew Colangelo makes opening statements as former President Trump watches with his attorney Todd Blanche before Judge Juan Merchan in Manhattan state court in New York City, April 22, 2024, in this courtroom sketch. (Jane Rosenberg/Reuters)
The majority of respondents, 60%, said they are watching the historic trial unfold, paying either "some attention" or a "great deal" to it.
The charges against Trump include 34 charges of falsifying his business records, including making hush money payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 presidential election.
Prosecutors revealed a new alleged crime during the trial Tuesday, charging the former president was also involved in "conspiracy to promote or prevent election."
While a majority of New Yorkers said they found legitimacy in the trial, Trump was still more favored among New York independents than both President Biden and Democrat Gov. Kathy Hochul.
Former President Trump leaves Trump Tower on his way to Manhattan Criminal Court, Monday, April 15, 2024, in New York. (Yuki Iwamura/AP Images)
About 64% of respondents also said they believe the country is on the wrong track, just months ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
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The Siena College poll was conducted from April 15 to 17 with a margin of error of plus or minus 4.1 percentage points.
Aubrie Spady is a Production Assistant for Fox News Digital.
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