Gen Z focus group members express regret over backing Trump
Democrats are now winning over Gen Z voters by a wide margin, reversing the trend of 2024 before November's midterms.
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What happened
A focus group of eight Gen Z voters who backed President Trump in 2024 reported feeling unhappy or disappointed with politics, and some said they regret supporting him. Separately, Democrats are winning over Generation Z by a wide margin, reversing the pattern that favored Trump when he won in 2024.
Why it matters
The shift is taking place ahead of November's midterm elections.
Coverage
- The Z Factor: Young Voters and the 2026 Midterms (feminist.org)
- Trump won over Gen Z in 2024. Can the GOP win them back? (The Hill)
- Why some Gen Z voters who backed Trump now regret their decision (kgou.org)
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