Young Voters Back Democrats 73%-25% in 2026 Midterms as Housing Costs Fuel Leftward Shift
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Updated · Fox News · Nov 12
Young Voters Back Democrats 73%-25% in 2026 Midterms as Housing Costs Fuel Leftward Shift
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Nov 12
Summary
Voters under 30 broke heavily for Democratic House candidates in the 2026 midterms, backing them 73% to 25% after moving closer to Republicans in 2024.
Economic frustration drove the shift: 69% said the economy favors the wealthy, and rising costs for rent, groceries and housing undercut faith that hard work still leads to independence.
Housing stood out as the sharpest pressure point, with 49% of adults under 30 living with a parent and 47% of those ages 18-29 receiving outside help paying an expense.
The report argues young voters are not broadly embracing socialism—57% viewed capitalism favorably versus 33% for socialism—but are punishing Republicans for failing to make ownership and family formation attainable.
It points to faster permitting, lower fees, zoning reform and factory-built housing as the Republican test, framing homeownership as the key to winning back younger voters.