Concerns are rising among MAGA supporters as early voting trends suggest a significant number of women may be casting their ballots for Vice President Kamala Harris. With polls indicating a growing divide between female voters and former President Donald Trump, some conservative commentators are expressing alarm over this shift.
The Growing Female Vote
Recent polling data highlights a notable trend: women are increasingly favoring Kamala Harris over Trump. According to the latest ABC News/Ipsos national survey, Harris holds a 14% advantage among women voters. This margin expands even further among college-educated women, where the gap reaches 23%, and among women under 40, it skyrockets to 34%.
This shift in voting patterns can be traced back to the anger many women feel following the 2022 Dobbs decision, which overturned reproductive rights previously granted under Roe v. Wade. As noted by researchers from the Brookings Institution, Harris’s appeal appears to resonate particularly well with older female voters, many of whom are motivated by their experiences in the fight for equality. The data shows a remarkable 10-point swing toward Harris among voters aged 65 and older compared to the 2020 election.
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Early Voting Trends
Early voting numbers in battleground states further underscore this trend. In critical states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, women make up 55% of all ballots cast so far. This has led to some anxiety within the GOP, as highlighted by Turning Point USA leader Charlie Kirk. He recently expressed concern on social media, stating that if male voters do not engage, “Kamala is president. It’s that simple.”
Fear and Panic Among MAGA Commentators
This potential female voter turnout is causing notable panic among conservative figures. Kirk voiced his outrage during an appearance on Megyn Kelly’s show, claiming that women voting for Harris and possibly keeping it a secret from their husbands is “the embodiment of the downfall of the American family.” His reaction was triggered by a new ad featuring actress Julia Roberts, which encourages women to vote without fear of judgment from their spouses.
Kirk’s sentiments were echoed by Fox News host Jesse Watters, who equated the secrecy surrounding a wife’s vote with infidelity, stating, “That’s the same thing as having an affair. That violates the sanctity of our marriage.”
The Importance of Women Voters
The strong turnout of women voters could prove pivotal in determining the outcome of the upcoming election. In Pennsylvania alone, over 1.6 million ballots have already been cast, with women accounting for 56% of mail-in votes. This represents a 13% advantage over male voters. While these early figures do not guarantee final results, they suggest significant engagement among female voters that could influence the election’s outcome.
The Republican Party has been encouraging early voting among its supporters, resulting in a closer disparity between the parties compared to the 2020 election. However, the persistent gender gap indicates potential dissent among Republican women, which could sway the election in favor of Democrats.
The Stakes in Pennsylvania
Mike Cernovich, a pro-Trump influencer, has publicly acknowledged the perilous situation for Trump’s campaign, stating, “Male turnout in Pennsylvania for Trump has been a disaster. Unless this changes, Kamala Harris takes PA and it’s over.”
With the election drawing nearer, the focus remains on female voters and their potential impact on the race. As early voting continues, the outcomes could reshape the political landscape, challenging traditional GOP strongholds and testing the power of women at the ballot box.
