In the latest update from Michigan, the current results show Donald Trump leading with 66.3% of the vote, followed by Nikki Haley at 29.2%. On the Democratic side, Joe Biden is in the lead with 79.6% of the vote, while 14.9% remains uncommitted, totaling 23,142 individuals.
Despite his strong showing, Trump's team has maintained a relatively quiet stance, as this victory was anticipated. Notably, Trump has made limited appearances in Michigan, having visited the state only three times since announcing his candidacy. His absence on the night of the primary reflects his confidence in the outcome.
Looking ahead, Trump's team is using this race to analyze data for a potential general election rematch against President Joe Biden. Of particular interest are union voting households, a demographic that played a crucial role in Trump's 2016 victory but shifted towards Biden in 2020.
Trump's strategy involves appealing to working-class voters and driving a wedge between Biden and organized labor. Recent actions, such as criticizing Biden's policies on migrants and electric vehicles, aim to sway union members back to Trump's camp. While Trump's support among union households decreased from 48% in 2016 to 37% in 2020, his team believes they can regain some of these voters.
Notably, the United Autoworkers have endorsed Biden, while the Teamsters have yet to make a decision. A meeting between Trump and the Teamsters led to mixed reactions, with some members expressing support and others voicing concerns. Despite the challenges, Trump remains optimistic about winning back union support as part of his 2024 campaign strategy.
