Republican Shift: 63 Of 67 Pennsylvania Counties Now Lean Right

A recent surge in support for the Republican Party is evident in Pennsylvania, where 63 of 67 counties have shifted to Republican since the 2020 election. This significant change may reflect broader trends as the state has moved noticeably to the right in the past four years.

Factors such as economic difficulties stemming from the Biden-Harris administration and dedicated efforts by conservative activists like Scott Presler have contributed to this shift. The massive turnout for former President Donald Trump’s recent rally in Butler underscores the growing Republican enthusiasm in the state.

With less than a month until the 2024 election, the Democratic Party faces challenges in maintaining its foothold in a state that is crucial for presidential victory. Following President Biden’s withdrawal from the race, Democrats have struggled to sustain voter enthusiasm, leading to a decline in registered Democrats.

Since the 2020 election, Pennsylvania has lost nearly 295,182 registered Democratic voters, significantly impacting Vice President Kamala Harris’s chances of securing the state. Political experts, including Paul Sracic from Youngstown State University, emphasize that Harris cannot afford any setbacks given how narrowly Biden won Pennsylvania in 2020.

Recent polls indicate that Trump is gaining traction even in traditionally Democratic areas like Philadelphia. A poll from Trafalgar/Insider Advantage shows Trump leading by over two points in the state, suggesting a potential red wave could be on the horizon.