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Trump Gains Catholic Support in 2024 Election, Winning 58% of Vote Against Harris in North Carolina; 63% Protestant Support

Nov 26, 2024, 03:11 PM

Recent polling data indicates that Donald Trump has gained significant support among Catholic voters from 2020 to 2024, particularly in swing states like North Carolina. According to exit polls, Trump garnered 58% of the Catholic vote, compared to 40% for Kamala Harris, marking an 18-point advantage. This trend is part of a broader pattern where Trump received 63% of the Protestant vote, while Harris secured 36%. In contrast, Jewish voters overwhelmingly supported Harris, with 78% backing her compared to 22% for Trump. The analysis highlights the critical role of Christian voters, especially Catholics, in Trump's electoral success, suggesting that this demographic could continue to influence future elections.