The demise of the 'values voter' wing in the GOP under Trump's reign.

The evangelical bloc of the GOP electorate has changed in the Trump era, becoming more populist and renegade, and less concerned with a candidate's personal faith. Trump and DeSantis are relying on their reputations as culture warriors, while Pence and Scott are struggling to court voters. Trump's relationship with evangelicals has been transactional, based on his policies and promises to protect religious liberties. Despite occasional tensions, evangelical voters are expected to coalesce around Trump again in 2024. Other potential candidates, such as Pence and Haley, are making less overt appeals to evangelicals.