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Washington: The intense 2024 US presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump saw each candidate vying for 270 electoral votes out of 538. With close contests in key swing states, Trump is now on the brink of reclaiming the presidency after pivotal wins in battleground states like Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina. Trump’s victories in these regions, which had turned blue in 2020, reflect his regained support across the South and Midwest, while Harris has retained control in traditional Democratic strongholds.
State-by-State Breakdown
States Won by Donald Trump:
- Alabama: Trump swept Alabama’s nine electoral votes, demonstrating unwavering Republican loyalty.
- Florida: Florida’s 30 electoral votes favored Trump, aided by his appeal to suburban voters and retirees.
- Georgia: Georgia’s return to red delivered Trump a vital 16 electoral votes, highlighting his resurgence in Southern swing states.
- Texas: Securing 40 electoral votes, Texas continued to lean towards Trump, keeping him strong in the Sunbelt.
- Pennsylvania: A significant win, Trump’s flip in Pennsylvania secured 19 electoral votes, edging him closer to the threshold.
(Additional states: North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, and more, contributing to Trump’s total of 267 electoral votes.)
States Won by Kamala Harris:
- California: Harris maintained control over California’s 54 electoral votes, thanks to her deep connections in the state.
- New York: New York’s 28 electoral votes went to Harris, reflecting solid Democratic support in urban areas.
- Virginia: Virginia’s 13 electoral votes remained Democratic, with Harris gaining support in suburban and diverse communities.
- Washington and Oregon: Both Pacific Northwest states bolstered Harris’s tally with a combined 20 electoral votes.
(Additional states: Illinois, New Jersey, Colorado, and more, leading Harris’s electoral count.)
Trump Nears Victory
With 267 electoral votes, Trump is on the edge of victory, needing just three more to reach the majority of 270. A win in any remaining battleground states—Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, or Nevada—would seal his return to office. His campaign’s emphasis on economic issues, immigration, and inflation resonated with swing state voters, particularly in areas with shifting demographics. This surge has also strengthened Republican control in the Senate, adding to the GOP’s broader electoral success.
Harris Faces an Uphill Battle
While Harris won key Democratic states, her campaign struggled to retain support among Black and Latino communities in swing states. Despite her focus on democracy and social justice, Trump’s campaign made notable inroads with these groups, complicating her path to the presidency.
