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2024 US Presidential Election: A Guide
The 2024 US Presidential election features Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The article details the voting process, vote counting, the importance of swing states, and the Electoral College system.
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- What happens if there is a tie in the Electoral College votes?
- If the Electoral College vote results in a tie, the House of Representatives selects the president with each state casting one vote. Results are usually announced on election day but can be delayed due to vote counting and potential legal challenges.
- How can US citizens vote in the upcoming Presidential election?
- The US Presidential election allows citizens aged 18 and above to vote for either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump. Voting can be done early, by mail, or in person on election day.
- Explain the process of counting votes and determining the winner.
- The process involves counting votes cast in person and by mail; mail-in ballots have varying processing times depending on the state. The candidate who secures 270 Electoral College votes wins the presidency.
- What is the significance of swing states in the US Presidential election?
- Swing states, which don't consistently favor one party, play a crucial role, as their electoral votes can sway the election outcome. Key swing states this year include Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
- How does the Electoral College system work and how can it lead to a candidate winning without winning the popular vote?
- The Electoral College system determines the presidential winner based on electoral votes from each state, not solely on the national popular vote. This system can lead to a president winning without securing the most individual votes nationwide, as happened in 2016.