Washington, D.C. — November 5, 2024
Today, voters across the United States are heading to the polls to decide the next President in an election marked by polarization and a tight race between Democratic candidate and current Vice President Kamala Harris, and former Republican President Donald Trump. Both candidates have focused their final campaign days on key battleground states where the margin between them remains narrow, and the outcome is still uncertain.
The latest polls reveal a slight edge for Harris in crucial states like Michigan and Wisconsin, where she holds a 3 to 5-point lead. Meanwhile, Trump maintains a lead in Texas and Florida, with margins ranging from 2 to 4 points, according to data from FiveThirtyEight. In Iowa, a poll by BILD shows Harris ahead with 47% of the vote, compared to Trump’s 44%, while other key states, such as Pennsylvania and Arizona, remain too close to call.
Political analysts highlight that the final outcome may be influenced by a significant volume of mail-in ballots, especially in states where these ballots are counted after polls close. This factor, which led to delays in previous elections, could extend the wait for a final winner, particularly in the Midwest and Northeast.
If elected, Kamala Harris would make history as the first woman and first Black woman to serve as President of the United States. Her election would signal continuity for the Biden-Harris administration’s policies, with an emphasis on civil rights, climate justice, and investments in infrastructure and technology. Harris has also pledged to advance police reform and economic equity policies, which have been major themes throughout her campaign.
For Trump, this election is a chance to return to power with an “America First” agenda, focusing on conservative immigration policies, economic security, and deregulation. The former president, who enjoys strong support among rural and conservative voters, aims to secure decisive wins in agricultural and Southern states.
Initial results are expected to start rolling in from 8:00 PM EST, but an official announcement could take days, depending on the volume of early ballots and vote counts in key battleground states.
