Red Wave Sweeps America as Rightward Shift Dominates Elections

A significant shift to the right across demographics and geographies contributed to Donald Trump’s decisive victory, with his allies now holding a strong presence on Capitol Hill. The change can be seen in various parts of the country, including major cities like Miami and San Francisco, college towns, and suburban areas.

Zooming in on specific locations, such as Robeson County in North Carolina, which has a majority-minority population and a large Native American community, shows a 9-point swing towards Trump. Conversely, neighboring New Jersey, typically considered blue, showed a narrower margin of 5 points between Kamala Harris and Biden four years ago.

This national trend reflects a broader rightward shift in the US electorate, with areas like the Rio Grande Valley demonstrating a significant change in voter preferences.

Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-08/trump-s-2024-red-wave-why-republicans-won-big-in-battleground-states