Trump wins 2024 election with expanded coalition and historic demographic shifts
Former President Donald Trump won the 2024 election decisively, expanding his coalition and likely winning the popular vote for the first time. His victory was influenced by economic concerns and demographic shifts, particularly among white voters and Latino men. Trump gained significant support from Latino voters, achieving 46% of their votes, while women’s support for Vice President Kamala Harris decreased. Despite women making up a larger share of the electorate, Harris could not secure enough votes to overcome Trump’s gains among men. Democratic turnout was notably lower than in 2020, with Harris potentially receiving 10 million fewer votes than Biden. This decline was evident in traditionally blue states. The election results indicate a shift in voter demographics, with Trump appealing more to working-class voters.