Washington, D.C. — A new survey from the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) finds that roughly one in three Americans either identify as Christian nationalists or express sympathy for the ideology, with particularly strong support among Republicans and backers of President Donald Trump.
According to PRRI, about 11% of Americans qualify as adherents to Christian nationalism, while an additional share are considered sympathizers. In contrast, 64% of Americans fall into categories described as skeptics or rejecters of the movement. Among Republicans, 56% are classified as adherents or supporters, compared with 17% of Democrats.
PRRI CEO Melissa Deckman said the ideology presents “a threat to our democracy,” noting that supporters are more likely to endorse illiberal or authoritarian views, including limiting ballot access or using undemocratic means to retain power. The survey also found higher levels of openness to political violence among adherents.
Support is strongest in Southern states such as Arkansas, Mississippi, West Virginia and Oklahoma, with Idaho also cited as an emerging hub due to the influence of Christ Church pastor Doug Wilson, who has called for the U.S. to be governed explicitly by biblical principles.
Critics, including Idaho pastor Ben Cremer, argue Christian nationalism undermines pluralism and the constitutional separation of church and state, warning it would impose one sect’s theology on a diverse nation.
The survey was based on interviews with more than 22,000 adults conducted throughout 2025.
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