Older voters prioritized economic issues, driving Republicans to House wins, per AARP poll.

AARP's post-election poll reveals that voters aged 50 and over prioritized economic concerns like inflation and job security, heavily influencing the Republican win in the House. Among these voters, those aged 50 to 64 favored Republicans by seven points, while those 65 and over slightly favored Democrats. Key issues included the high cost of living, healthcare, and prescription drugs. Eighty percent considered Social Security extremely important for their voting decision.

November 15, 2024
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