The Red Shift: Four Boston Metro Towns That Flipped to Trump in 2024

Only four Boston metro towns voted for Trump in 2024: Hanover (51%), Lynnfield (51%), Tewksbury (50%), and Seekonk (50%)—all flipping from Biden. Massachusetts shifted 8 points rightward, one of the nation's largest swings, yet remained solidly blue. This analysis ranks towns by Republican voting strength, documents the South Shore competitive zone (MA-8 district averaged 29-35% Trump), and shows how Boston gained 5.4 points while Cambridge held steady. Understanding voting patterns reveals community values, school priorities, and housing policies that affect daily life.