Catholic Voters Favor Trump in 2024 Election

In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, exit polls indicate a significant shift in Catholic voter support, with Donald Trump capturing 56% compared to Kamala Harris's 41%, marking a 10-point swing from the 2020 election. This trend reflects a changing demographic within U.S. Catholicism, as younger Catholics increasingly align with conservative views, a shift analyzed by Massimo Faggioli from Villanova University. Meanwhile, polls from various college campuses show a contrasting preference among students, with majorities at institutions like Notre Dame and Saint Mary's College favoring Harris, at rates of 54.2% and 64.5%, respectively. Harris's support appears stronger among female and unaffiliated voters, while Trump is favored by those prioritizing immigration and economic issues. The national polling landscape remains competitive, with some polls indicating a neck-and-neck race among the broader electorate. As the election concludes, these diverging trends in Catholic and student voter preferences highlight the complexities of the current political climate.