“Most folks I know, myself included have switched registration to Independent.”
Yep, and never looking back.
I did also in 1996, the year I repudiated the Republican Party for refusing to even consider a trial in the Senate for Impeached Bill Clinton who freely admitted his guilt. I broke my ties with the Republican Party and have not looked back since. I don't consider Trump to be a Republican so I'm still loyal and true to my commitment.