The ongoing conflict in Gaza has sparked a shift in Arab American support for political candidates. A recent poll by the Arab American Institute revealed that 46 percent of likely voters would support former President Trump, while 42 percent favored Vice President Harris.
This surprising turn of events goes against the usual trend, where Democrats typically have a 2-to-1 advantage among Arab Americans. The conflict in Gaza has evidently influenced the political preferences of this demographic, leading to a more even split in support for the two major parties.
As tensions continue to rise in the region, it will be interesting to see how this dynamic plays out in upcoming elections and how politicians on both sides of the aisle will respond to the evolving views of Arab American voters.