December 5, 2011 2:11pm ? Comments
byCharlie Spiering Commentary Staff Writer
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Donald Trump smiles at left as Republican presidential candidate, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich talks to media after their meeting in New York, Monday, Dec. 5, 2011. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Newt Gingrich defended his visit with Donald Trump today, praising him for being "a great showman" and a "great businessman."

But how helpful is a Trump endorsement for a presidential campaign?

Fox News polled on this question back in September.

Q:  If a candidate receives the endorsement of Donald Trump, would that make you more or less likely to vote for that candidate, or would it not make a difference to your vote?

More likely:   6

Less likely:  31

No difference: 62

(Don’t know):  2