Incumbents face voter backlash in global elections during super year

In 2024, many incumbent governments worldwide faced significant voter backlash, marking a "super year" for elections. This trend included Donald Trump's recent victory in the U.S., part of a broader pattern where incumbents were ousted in 40 of 54 elections in Western democracies since 2020. Voter discontent has been fueled by economic struggles, high inflation, and lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In countries like Britain, France, and India, traditional parties lost ground to opposition and far-right groups, reflecting widespread frustration with political elites. While some nations, like Mexico, bucked the trend with stable leadership, many new leaders quickly faced declining approval ratings. Analysts suggest this may indicate a persistent anti-incumbent sentiment rather than simple ideological shifts among voters.