Trump and His Voters
TRUMP AND HIS VOTERS. A new analysis in the Wall Street Journal offers striking evidence that, for all his problems, President Donald Trump has delivered economic benefits to the voters whose support was the foundation of his victory in 2024.
TL;DR
- Non-college-educated workers, ages 22-34, are experiencing one of the best job markets in two decades, according to an analysis cited in the Wall Street Journal.
- In contrast, workers with college degrees are facing greater challenges in securing good jobs.
- Trump won the majority of votes from those without a bachelor's degree in the 2024 election, a group that constituted over half the electorate.
- The economic improvements for non-college-educated voters are seen as a reward for their support, aligning with Trump's political strategy.
- However, rising costs of living and a decline in Trump's approval ratings among some non-college voters present complexities and potential challenges for Republicans in upcoming elections.