Trump gains ground in swing states as Democratic votes decline in recent election

In the recent U.S. election, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris received 1.4 million fewer votes than Joe Biden in 2020, while Donald Trump gained 1.1 million votes compared to his previous election. This trend was particularly pronounced in swing states. In key swing states like Arizona, Georgia, and Michigan, Trump’s vote increases outweighed any losses for Harris. While Democratic support held steady in these areas, it was not enough to counteract the surge in Republican voters. Overall, Democratic votes dropped significantly in many states, with at least 24 states showing larger declines in Democratic votes than increases in Republican votes. In contrast, Trump saw gains in 60% of counties analyzed, highlighting a shift in voter sentiment.