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US Election 2024: Potential Scenarios and Outcomes
Analysis of the upcoming US Presidential election, outlining potential scenarios, including a close race, clear victory, or a tie in the Electoral College, and discussing possible consequences.
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Donald TrumpKamala HarrisFrank LuntzBarack Obama
- What do polls suggest about the election?
- Polling data indicates a tight race, with both Trump and Harris expressing confidence in victory, though a close contest is more likely.
- What are the potential outcomes of the US election?
- Three scenarios are possible: a close race leading to a prolonged counting process and potential disputes; a clear victory for either candidate; or a tie in the Electoral College, resulting in a Congressional decision.
- What is the significance of the upcoming US election?
- The US election is one of the most consequential in decades, with the outcome potentially significantly impacting global politics.
- What is the process if the Electoral College results in a tie?
- If the election results in a tie, the 12th Amendment dictates that the House of Representatives chooses the president, with each state delegation receiving one vote, and the Senate selects the vice president.
- What concerns have been raised regarding the potential for post-election disputes?
- Republican strategist Frank Luntz expressed concern about potential unrest and disputes over the election results, drawing parallels to a fictional scenario depicted in the TV show "Succession."