Summary:
Donald Trump's support surged in New York City during the 2024 presidential election, marking the closest the state has come to turning red in decades.
Trump gained significant support in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens, with the Bronx seeing a 35% increase in votes for the Republican candidate since 2020.
Vice President Kamala Harris's turnout was the lowest for a Democratic candidate in New York City since 1988, suggesting a shift in the political landscape.
These results indicate a shrinking Democratic stronghold in New York City, raising questions about the future of the party's dominance in the region.
NYC Turns a Shade Redder: Trump Gains Ground in 2024 Election
The 2024 presidential election saw a surprising shift in New York City, with Donald Trump making significant gains in the traditionally Democratic stronghold. While Vice President Kamala Harris ultimately secured victory in the state, Trump's performance marked the closest New York has come to 'turning red' in nearly 40 years.
Trump's Support Soars in NYC
Trump's support saw a dramatic increase across the city, with the Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens showing particular surges. In the Bronx, Trump's vote count jumped 35% from 2020, a testament to his growing appeal in the borough. He also achieved a 20% increase in Manhattan and a 16.5% increase in his home borough of Queens.
Harris's Turnout Lowest in Decades
This surge in Trump's support coincided with the lowest turnout for a Democratic candidate in New York City since 1988. Harris received only 67.7% of the vote, a significant drop from Biden's 75.7% in 2020 and Hillary Clinton's 78% in 2016.
A Shrinking Democratic Stronghold
These results paint a picture of a shrinking Democratic stronghold in New York City. While Harris ultimately won the state, Trump's gains in the city represent a significant shift in the political landscape, raising questions about the future of Democratic dominance in the region.
Follow our continuing coverage of the 2024 election for more analysis and insights.
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