With just 14 days remaining until the United States’ 2024 presidential election, the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is in its final and most critical phase. Both candidates are making aggressive efforts to sway undecided voters, knowing that every vote could tip the balance in what has become one of the closest elections in recent history.
As Election Day on November 5 approaches, the country is bracing for a historic moment. Americans will either elect the first woman president in U.S. history or return to the White House a former president with a criminal conviction. The stakes have never been higher, and the race is too close to call. Polls have shown both candidates in a near deadlock, with Trump holding a slight lead in recent days, although it remains within the margin of error.
Donald Trump, now 78, is running for president for the third consecutive time. If elected, he will become the oldest U.S. president to take office. Despite his age, Trump remains a forceful and controversial figure, appealing strongly to his base, especially within the Latino community.
On Tuesday, Trump participated in a roundtable discussion with Latino voters in Florida, a key battleground state. The former president has ramped up his rhetoric on immigration, using increasingly harsh language to criticize migrants. He hopes his hardline stance will resonate with his supporters as he targets swing states.
Meanwhile, Kamala Harris is working just as hard to win over the American electorate. At 60 years old, she is running to become the first female president of the United States. Harris entered the race later than expected, stepping in after President Joe Biden made a surprising decision to drop out of the race and endorse her.
To strengthen her campaign, Harris gave a high-profile interview on NBC, discussing her vision for the nation. She has also called upon one of the Democratic Party’s most beloved figures, former President Barack Obama, to help rally support in crucial states like Wisconsin and Michigan. Both states are among the seven that will play a pivotal role in deciding the election’s outcome.
The energy in both campaigns is undeniable, with massive amounts of money being poured into last-minute advertisements and outreach efforts. Millions of Americans have already cast their ballots either by mail or through early in-person voting, reflecting the intense interest in the election.
According to data from the Elections Project, more than 15 million votes have already been submitted, which is about 10% of the total turnout in the 2020 election. Both candidates are aware that early votes will play a significant role in shaping the final result.
Trump’s campaign has faced scrutiny for its chaotic style, with some of his rallies and public appearances drawing criticism. His recent town hall event, for instance, took an unusual turn when Trump paused to play music on stage, abandoning political discussion.
While many find his unpredictability concerning, his supporters remain fiercely loyal, believing that he is a victim of political persecution. Trump’s base continues to attend his rallies in large numbers, convinced that Democrats are working against him.
Kamala Harris, on the other hand, is positioning herself as a candidate who offers a break from the turmoil of Trump’s previous years in office. Her campaign emphasizes unity, hope, and a return to a calmer, more stable political environment. Harris has presented herself as a “joyful warrior,” eager to usher in a new era of leadership for the nation.
As the race narrows, Democrats are also targeting moderate Republicans who have grown tired of Trump’s confrontational approach and legal troubles. They are hoping that these voters, disillusioned by the scandals surrounding the former president, will cross party lines and vote for Harris.
