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US Election 2024: A Nail-Biter
A tight US presidential election, the importance of Pennsylvania, election forecasts, foreign interference, and other news.
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Us PoliticsRussiaElectionDisinformationForeign Interference
Republican PartyDemocratic PartyAssociated Press (Ap)Office Of The Director Of National Intelligence (Odni)Fbi
Kamala HarrisDonald TrumpNate SilverLady GagaOprah Winfrey
- What are some of the other significant news items mentioned in the article?
- The article highlights a Republican trifecta is likely, giving Trump more legislative power, while also covering the AP's election-calling process, environmental protests, and the birth of a pygmy hippo at Edinburgh Zoo.
- Why is Pennsylvania considered such a pivotal state in the presidential election?
- Pennsylvania is crucial because it holds 19 electoral votes, the most among the battleground states. Winning Pennsylvania significantly increases a candidate's chances of winning the presidency.
- Is Russia the only foreign actor identified as a potential threat to the election?
- No, Iran is also identified as a significant foreign influence threat to US elections, according to the ODNI.
- What is Nate Silver's prediction for the election outcome, and what is his track record?
- Nate Silver, a leading election forecaster, predicted a close race, giving Kamala Harris a slight edge in his model's simulations. His predictions have been accurate in past elections, but not without exceptions.
- What are US security agencies warning about regarding foreign interference in the election?
- US security agencies warn of a Russian disinformation campaign aimed at influencing swing states and inciting violence. They cite examples of fake videos showing supposed election fraud, and they are concerned that this disinformation will increase around election day.