Impact of Mail-in Voting Trends

Mail-in voting has become increasingly popular among Americans, especially following changes in COVID-19 policies that encouraged this method over in-person voting. In the last presidential election, over 60 million voters utilized mail-in ballots, with significant differences between party affiliations; Democrats were nearly twice as likely to vote by mail compared to Republicans. In the upcoming 2024 election, the GOP is working to shift their voter base's perception of mail-in voting, with initiatives like 'Swamp the Vote' aimed at promoting early voting. However, mixed messages from influential party figures, such as Trump, regarding mail-in voting safety have created uncertainty among Republican voters, potentially dampening broader participation rates.