Washington, November 5: Voting for the 47th President of the United States will take place on Tuesday, with a highly competitive race between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic contender Kamala Harris. This election is being described as one of the most fiercely contested in recent history, with both candidates making a final push to secure support, particularly in key swing states. Trump and Harris have been actively campaigning in these critical regions as the election nears.
To win the presidency, a candidate must secure 270 Electoral College votes. According to recent opinion polls, the outcome in seven important states—Arizona, Nevada, Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia—will be crucial in determining the winner. Trump, the former president, has focused his attacks on his rival Kamala Harris, criticizing her for lacking vision and offering little in terms of policy proposals. He has continued his rallying efforts in North Carolina, targeting Harris as his main opponent.
Kamala Harris, on the other hand, has committed to key foreign policy objectives, including working toward peace in Gaza, ensuring the return of hostages, and strengthening the security of Israel, while also securing the rights of Palestinians. These pledges are central to her campaign as she seeks to appeal to voters concerned about global issues and human rights.
On the final day of campaigning, both Trump and Harris intensified their efforts to gather support. With just hours remaining before the polls close, both candidates have been active in battleground states, working to engage voters and secure crucial backing. This election has seen an unprecedented level of competition, with Trump, at 78, surviving two assassination attempts during his campaign. He is also the first former U.S. president to face criminal charges related to serious allegations.
After President Joe Biden’s exit from the race in July, Harris, 60, emerged as the Democratic nominee. Despite some delays earlier in the campaign, Harris has gained momentum in the final stretch. Opinion polls indicate that the battle between her and Trump has become particularly intense in the key swing states.
With more than 77 million Americans already voting, the election results will be decided in the coming hours. In the previous two elections, both Republican and Democratic voters have broken turnout records. To ensure voter engagement, Harris’ campaign has focused on grassroots efforts, with her team reaching out to voters in key states, particularly women, in an effort to build broader support.
Meanwhile, Trump has raised concerns over potential voter fraud, arguing that voter identification should be mandatory to safeguard the election process. He has accused Democrats of attempting to manipulate the vote, which has fueled further controversy surrounding the election.
As the final votes are being cast, Trump has reflected on his bitterness from the 2020 election, suggesting that he should never have been forced to leave the White House. There are growing fears that, should he lose the race on Tuesday, he may refuse to accept the results.