Young Men Are Souring on Donald Trump

The Economist: “In his three runs for office, Mr Trump has always won the male vote and always won overall when his opponent was a woman. A study by Dan Cassino of Fairleigh Dickinson University found that, after voting for Trump in 2024, men actually reported feeling more masculine.”

“Yet his macho magic appears to be fading, especially among young men. In 2024 49% of men aged 18-29 voted for him. Now only 28% approve of him, finds a Harvard/IOP poll. Virile vibes are all very well, but young men have practical concerns, too. They often want to find a job, buy a home, attract a partner and raise a family…”

“The trouble is, homes and families cost money. Mr Trump said he would ‘make America affordable again’ by ending inflation and even making prices fall. Yet his tariffs and war in Iran have had the opposite effect.”