MAP: Nearly Every NYC Neighborhood Shifted Toward Trump in 2024
Support for the Republican presidential candidate grew in every borough and in nearly every neighborhood this year and declined even more dramatically for his Democratic counterpart.
While 94,611 more New York City voters cast ballots for former President Donald Trump on Tuesday than in 2020, 573,618 fewer did so for Vice President Kamala Harris than had voted for President Joe Biden, according to unofficial election results with 97% of scanners counted.
Stop These Wars
One of the city’s sharpest rightward shifts came in North Corona, Queens, where Harris received 2,810 votes to Trump’s 2,505, eking out a six percentage-point win where Biden had won by 55 points.
Put otherwise, 1,034 more people in North Corona voted for Trump this year than in 2020, while 2,303 fewer voted for Harris than had voted for Biden.
Crossing Over
Some voters in Southern Brooklyn also echoed that sentiment, including Jin Li from Dyker Heights, where Trump gained 13 points this year.
Speaking to THE CITY during the early voting period, Li said she and her husband had both supported Democrats previously, but voted for Trump for the first time this year — noting border security, public safety and economy as her top issues.
Don’t Do It
One Trump fan who didn’t end up voting for him is Miriam Illesca, who owns a jewelry store specializing in gold pieces on Roosevelt Avenue in Corona.
“I’m gonna tell you the truth, I was wanting to vote for Trump but I keep telling myself ‘Don’t do it,’ so I went with the other lady,” said Illesca, who immigrated from Ecuador 40 years ago and praised Trump for his pro-business platform and tough-on-crime approach.
Haven’t Done Nothing for Us
Javier Flores, a 23-year-old undocumented immigrant from Puebla, Mexico, who’s lived in Castle Hill for four years while working as a butcher, said that “I couldn’t vote but if I could, I would choose him.”
“They should remove everyone who isn’t supposed to be here — the bad people,” Flores told THE CITY in Spanish. “The people who have a bad record, you know, who have a criminal history.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, the election results in New York City indicate a significant shift towards Republican candidate Donald Trump, with support growing in every borough and nearly every neighborhood. While some voters cited concerns about the economy and border security as reasons for their support, others praised Trump’s tough-on-crime approach and pro-business platform.
FAQs
Q: Why did support for Trump increase in New York City?
A: According to unofficial election results, support for Trump grew in every borough and nearly every neighborhood, with 94,611 more New York City voters casting ballots for him than in 2020.
Q: What issues were cited by voters who supported Trump?
A: Many voters cited concerns about the economy, border security, and public safety as reasons for their support for Trump. Others praised his tough-on-crime approach and pro-business platform.
Q: Were there any voters who did not support Trump despite being pro-Republican?
A: Yes, some voters who traditionally support Republicans did not vote for Trump, citing concerns about his policies or political rhetoric. Others praised him for his pro-business approach and tough-on-crime stance.
Q: What does the future hold for New York City politics?
A: The results of this election suggest a significant shift towards Republican politics in New York City. It remains to be seen whether this trend will continue in future elections, or whether Democrats will regain momentum.
