Up First from NPR Election Takeaways, Trump Legal Cases, Trump And The Economy
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Nov 7, 2024 Domenico Montanaro, NPR's senior political editor, and Kerry Johnson, an NPR reporter on Trump’s legal issues, dive into the aftermath of the recent elections. They discuss how Trump's coalition is evolving, with increased support from white voters and decreased turnout among non-white voters. The conversation also covers the implications of Trump's ongoing legal battles and how they intersect with economic expectations, particularly in relation to tariff policies and federal debt.
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Latino Vote
- Trump performed the best a Republican has ever performed with Latino voters, receiving 46% of their vote.
- He achieved this by securing support from Latino men and young men.
Trump's Expanded Coalition
- Trump expanded his coalition, winning the popular vote for the first time.
- This was due to increased support from women, Latino voters, and men across all age groups.
Shifting Electorate
- White voters' share of the electorate increased, while non-white voters' share decreased.
- This is the first time since 1992 that the white voter share has grown.