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Trump Wins Catholic Vote 52-45; Gains 15-Point Advantage Among White Catholics, 61% to 37%

Nov 6, 2024, 04:58 AM

In the ongoing 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, exit polls indicate that former President Donald Trump has made significant gains among various religious demographics compared to the 2020 election. Notably, Trump has reportedly won the Catholic vote by a margin of 52% to 45%, which translates to a 15-point advantage. This trend is particularly pronounced among White Catholic voters, where Trump secured 61% of the vote against 37% for his opponent, marking a 24-point lead nationwide. Analysts suggest that these numbers could position Trump favorably in the overall popular vote, as historical patterns suggest that candidates winning the Catholic demographic tend to secure the presidency. The increased engagement of Catholics with the Republican Party, particularly on issues related to life, has been cited as a contributing factor to these results.