CNN new survey finds Trump's lead is dominant, and his support tops that of his four remaining
opponents combined. The businessman tops his nearest competitor by more than 30 points:
49% back Trump, 16% Marco Rubio, 15% Ted Cruz, 10% Ben Carson and 6% John Kasich.
Trump is widely viewed as the candidate in the field who would be most effective at solving
the country's problems, 51% vs. 17% for Cruz, 13% for Rubio and 10% for Carson, and as
being best able to handle the responsibilities of being commander-in-chief, 48% say so,
compared with 17% for Cruz and 15% for Rubio. The billionaire is also seen as the one who
best understands the problems facing people like you, 46% Trump vs. 18% Cruz and 15% Rubio.
As accusations of dishonesty have flown between Trump, Cruz and Rubio, voters
say they are more apt to see Trump as honest and trustworthy. Asked who of the five
candidates is most honest and trustworthy, 35% name Trump, 22% Carson -- who has
largely stayed out of the mudslinging - 14% Cruz and 13% Rubio.