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Indian-American Vote in 2024 US Election

Analysis of the Indian-American vote in the 2024 US election, highlighting the limited impact of Kamala Harris's heritage and the surprising increase in support for Donald Trump.

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Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpJ. D. VanceNarendra ModiP. V. Gopalan

How did the Indian-American vote shift in the 2024 election?: While Indian-Americans traditionally lean Democratic, the 2024 election saw a shift, with Republican candidate Donald Trump gaining support, particularly among men who responded to his strongman image and promises regarding immigration.
What was Narendra Modi's reaction to Donald Trump's victory?: Narendra Modi, India's Prime Minister, congratulated Donald Trump on his victory. Their prior relationship, marked by joint appearances, suggests a continued close association between the two leaders.
What did the Carnegie Foundation study reveal about Indian-American voting patterns?: The Carnegie Foundation study showed a decline in Indian-Americans identifying as Democrats (from 56% in 2020 to 47% in 2024), and Kamala Harris only received 60% of the Indian-American vote despite her heritage.
What factors contributed to the increase in support for Trump among Indian-Americans?: The article highlights the limited impact of Kamala Harris's Indian heritage on the Indian-American vote, showing a surprising increase in support for Trump within this demographic. This is attributed to concerns about illegal immigration and Trump's image.
What was the significance of Kamala Harris's Indian heritage in the 2024 US election?: Kamala Harris's Indian heritage, specifically her maternal grandfather's birthplace in Thulasendrapuram, Tamil Nadu, was a point of interest during the 2024 US election. Despite this, her Indian roots did not significantly sway the Indian-American vote.

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