Some evangelicals are "quietly quitting" Trump and MAGA

Evangelical and Catholic congregations are experiencing a quiet disengagement from the MAGA movement. Many pastors are avoiding political sermons to help congregants step away from Trump's policies and rhetoric without alienating family members. Groups like "Leaving MAGA" are seeing significant growth, offering guidance on how to encourage loved ones to disassociate from the movement. Incidents such as federal agents detaining individuals at schools and cuts to humanitarian aid have disturbed some evangelical supporters. Pastors are also concerned about immigration agents entering churches and the administration's response to events like the Uvalde shooting. While the exact number of those "quietly quitting" MAGA is unclear, there are indications of a shift in religious support for Trump. Approval ratings among Latino Protestants and White evangelicals have shown a decline compared to previous elections. The movement to leave MAGA advises gentle persuasion and information sharing rather than confrontation. This trend could influence future elections as moderate Christians consider running for office as Democrats, distancing themselves from Christian nationalism.