Donald Trump's Evangelical Base May Be Cracking
Summary
President Donald Trump’s support among evangelical voters is decreasing, according to a recent poll. This group was crucial to his 2024 election victory, but changes in their views about issues like military actions in Iran and immigration may affect their future support.Key Facts
- A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found Trump’s approval rating among evangelicals dropped from 61% in August 2025 to 52% in June 2026.
- Evangelicals made up 82% of Trump’s supporters in the 2024 election.
- 54% of evangelical respondents said Trump’s military actions in Iran do not align with their Christian beliefs.
- 51% of evangelicals disagreed with the administration’s strict immigration policies based on their religious values.
- Overall, Trump’s approval rating across all Americans was 35% in the same poll.
- Trump’s White House spokesperson said he has a strong record defending Christian values and rights.
- Evangelical voters have consistently supported Trump in his three election campaigns with percentages between 76% and 82%.
- Some experts note that Black evangelicals have different political views than white evangelicals, and that even loyal supporters can change their views over time.
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