White evangelical support for Trump slips but stays strong

· Politics · United States

A poll finds white evangelical support for President Donald Trump has slipped but remains strong ahead of the midterms, with the group still outpacing other demographic groups in backing him. Strong evangelical turnout could help Republicans limit losses on November 3. The findings come as Trump rallies his right-wing base and as a Republican backlash over Russia policy poses new hurdles for him in Congress after the elections. White evangelicals have been one of the most reliably Republican voting blocs for decades, and their enthusiasm is closely watched in close races.

Why it matters：The evangelical vote is a cornerstone of Republican coalition politics, and shifts in its enthusiasm can sway close midterm races.

Key points

  • White evangelicals still outpace other groups in backing Trump
  • Strong turnout could help Republicans limit midterm losses
  • Republican backlash over Russia policy may complicate his post-election agenda

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