Amish voter turnout fuels Trump’s victory in Pennsylvania amidst raw milk raid outrage

In an unusual development, Pennsylvania’s Amish community turned out in record numbers to vote in the 2024 election, a shift many attribute to a recent government crackdown on local farming practices. The conservative Christian group, typically private and hesitant about political participation, reportedly rallied behind former President Donald Trump after a raw milk raid by state officials incited frustration.

In Lancaster County, an Amish man was seen driving a horse-drawn cart with a sign urging, “Pray for God’s Mercy for Our Nation,” highlighting the community’s dissatisfaction. According to the New York Post, the raid took place on January 4, when Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture officials investigated Amos Miller’s farm in Bird-in-Hand, claiming raw dairy products had caused illness among local children. This incident spurred Amish voters to register in unprecedented numbers.

Conservative activist Scott Presler played a notable role in mobilizing Amish voters, emphasizing local issues like farming and religious freedoms. The Express Tribune credited Presler’s outreach for bolstering Trump’s Pennsylvania vote count. Social media reaction further underscored the impact of the Amish vote. Dr. Jan Halper-Hayes, a conservative figure, acknowledged Presler’s influence on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “If Trump wins Pennsylvania, we all owe it to this man! @ScottPresler registered 180,000 Amish first-time voters.”

Pennsylvania, a pivotal swing state, was crucial in Trump’s 2024 election victory. Trump's campaign strategies included a focus on multi-ethnic working-class voters, enhancing his support among Black and Latino voters. According to AP VoteCast, Trump’s share of Black and Latino men increased significantly compared to the 2020 election. This coalition, combined with the Amish turnout, helped secure his victory in both the popular and electoral votes.