Compared with 2018, far fewer Republicans now support no-excuse early or absentee voting
% who say any voter should have the option to vote early or absentee without having to document a reason
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted April 20-26, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
Compared with 2018, far fewer Republicans now support no-excuse early or absentee voting
% who say any voter should have the option to vote early or absentee without having to document a reason
| Date | Total | Rep/Lean Rep | Dem/Lean Dem |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-26 | 59 | 34 | 81 |
| 2024-05-19 | 60 | 37 | 82 |
| 2021-04-11 | 63 | 38 | 84 |
| 2020-06-22 | 65 | 44 | 83 |
| 2018-10-07 | 71 | 57 | 83 |
Source: Survey of U.S. adults conducted April 20-26, 2026.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
