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Rabat – After Donald Trump’s re-election, many Americans began exploring the idea of leaving the country. Google data revealed a sharp increase in searches for emigration to countries like Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, with a notable spike in the 24 hours after polls closed on November 5, Reuters reported.
Searches for “move to Canada” surged by a staggering 1,270%, while interest in relocating to New Zealand skyrocketed by nearly 2,000%. Australia also saw a significant rise, with searches up 820%.
Reuters quoted a Google spokesperson as saying that the search volume for emigrating to these countries hit all-time highs late Wednesday evening, following the US East Coast results.
The report added that immigration websites also saw a corresponding rise in traffic. Immigration New Zealand reported a dramatic increase in US visitors to its website, with over 25,000 new users on November 7, compared to just 1,500 the year prior.
Immigration law firms, too, are experiencing a surge in inquiries. “Every half hour there is a new email enquiry,” said Evan Green, managing partner at immigration law firm Green and Spiegel.
This development mirrors the wave of interest in moving abroad seen after Trump’s victory in 2016, but the current surge is amplified by the divisive nature of his re-election campaign.
Concerns about race, gender rights, education, and reproductive rights, and personal freedom are among the key drivers prompting Americans to consider leaving the country.
Trump secured a total of 73.5 million votes (50.7%), defeating Democratic nominee Kamala Harris who received over 69 million votes (47.7%). Key swing states like North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin swung in Trump’s favor and greatly contributed to his victory.
