Overview

• Swing voters who supported Trump in 2024 are expressing regret, citing economic harm from policies like federal workforce downsizing and new tariffs.
• Despite personal hardships caused by Trump's policies, MAGA supporters continue to back him, prioritizing loyalty over personal or familial well-being.
• The concept of 'brokenism'—a belief that institutions are fundamentally flawed and must be dismantled—drives much of MAGA loyalty.
• Commentators highlight that MAGA voters derive satisfaction from seeing institutions they perceive as hostile to them being disrupted.
• Animosity toward perceived political opponents and institutions fuels MAGA support, with some voters valuing disruption and revenge over economic self-interest.