WASHINGTON, D.C. — Dark Anakin Skywalker has surged to the top of the Republican presidential field following the party’s disappointing performance in the 2026 midterm elections, according to a new poll showing voters increasingly interested in a candidate who promises to bring order to the galaxy by any means necessary. The former Jedi Knight, who recently rebranded himself after a brief period of soul-searching on Mustafar, reportedly captured the support of 64% of likely Republican primary voters, putting him ahead of several better-known political figures. Analysts attributed Skywalker’s sudden popularity to his unapologetic messaging, strong executive presence, and willingness to say publicly what other candidates have only hinted at privately. “I am altering the deal. Pray I don’t alter it any further,” Skywalker said during a campaign appearance, drawing a standing ovation from attendees who said they were tired of Washington politicians making promises they had no intention of keeping. Skywalker has campaigned on dismantling the administrative state, eliminating the Jedi Council, securing the southern border with an impenetrable planetary shield, and bringing the entire federal government under the direct supervision of the executive branch. He has also promised to end partisan gridlock by dissolving the Senate. “People are tired of politicians who talk about draining the swamp but never actually drain it,” said one Republican strategist. “Anakin has demonstrated that he is willing to go much further than that.” The candidate has drawn some criticism over his past association with Emperor Palpatine, though campaign officials dismissed concerns about the relationship as a politically motivated distraction. “He’s made mistakes,” said campaign spokesman Grand Moff Tarkin. “But he has learned from them, and he’s ready to lead.” When asked whether Skywalker would accept the results of the 2028 election, the campaign declined to comment, noting that the question was premature and that the candidate had not yet ruled out eliminating elections altogether. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed interest in becoming Skywalker’s running mate, although sources close to the campaign say the position may already have been promised to a clone of J.D. Vance. Skywalker is expected to formally announce his candidacy sometime next year, provided the Republican Party survives the transition. The post BREAKING: Dark Anakin Skywalker Rockets to Lead of 2028 Republican Presidential Candidates Poll appeared first on Genesius Times.