In the lead-up to the 2024 presidential election, both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have been focusing their campaign efforts on seven battleground states that could potentially swing to either the Democrats or Republicans. These states include Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, all of which will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the election. Polling data from CBS News shows that the candidates were virtually tied in these states as voters made their choice on Election Day.
In Arizona, Trump won in 2016 but lost narrowly to President Biden in 2020. Georgia, a state with 16 electoral votes, saw a close race in 2020 with Biden beating Trump by fewer than 12,000 votes. Michigan, a key part of the “blue wall” of Midwestern states, flipped in 2020 with Biden winning the state after supporting Democrats for almost three decades. Nevada has voted Democratic for the past four presidential elections, while North Carolina has only supported Democratic candidates twice since 1968. Pennsylvania and Wisconsin have also been critical battleground states, with both Trump and Harris making multiple visits in the lead-up to the election.
The latest polling data from CBS News’ Battleground Tracker shows the estimates of support for Harris and Trump in these states. The findings are based on CBS News/YouGov polling and analysis, providing valuable insights into how the candidates are performing as the campaign comes to a close. Nebraska’s competitive 2nd Congressional District, which allows splitting up its electoral votes, is also included in the analysis.
Battleground states, also known as swing states, are characterized by a population of voters who are almost evenly divided politically, making them crucial in determining the outcome of the election. Both parties invest significant resources into campaigning in these states, as they have the potential to sway the election in favor of either Democrats or Republicans. Over the years, battleground states have shifted in terms of their support for the candidates, with voters in these states backing different parties in past elections.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the focus remains on the key battleground states that will play a decisive role in determining the outcome. With both Trump and Harris vying for support in these states, the race for the presidency is closely contested as voters make their choice between the two candidates. As the campaign intensifies, the seven battleground states will continue to be closely watched as voters cast their ballots on Election Day.
