Trump and Harris in close race for 2024 election, live updates available
Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, is excited to be voting in the 2024 election in St. Paul, Minnesota, accompanied by his wife, Gwen, and son, Gus. When asked by CBS News how it feels to have his 18-year-old son voting with him for the first time, the vice presidential candidate expressed his excitement.
Tim Walz is early voting today in Minnesota joined by his son, Gus, and wife, Gwen. Walz tells me he is excited to have his 18-year-old son voting with him for the first time. The governor will vote for himself, Harris, Amy Klobuchar, and other Democratic candidates down the ballot, according to an official.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperge shared that the state is experiencing record early voting turnout with nearly 27% of active voters having already cast their ballots. Raffensperger expects that by lunchtime, Georgia will surpass the remarkable milestone of 2 million voters casting their ballots early.
Raffensperger stated at a news conference that Georgia has the cleanest voter rolls in the nation, attributing this to technological advancements in voter registration technology and a new cancellation portal. He emphasized that Georgia can trust its elections due to these advancements and the state’s commitment to working with other government agencies.
With abortion being a key issue in Democrats’ campaigns and judicial races, state supreme court elections in at least 30 states are of significant importance. The ideological balances of high courts in Michigan and Ohio are at stake, with several other states also witnessing potential shifts in court compositions.
In the Rio Grande Valley, voters’ concerns are under the spotlight as Election Day approaches. CBS News Texas has been capturing the essence of people’s thoughts as they gear up to cast their ballots; a quest to understand the Texas State of Mind.
As early voting expanded across Cook County in Chicago, CBS News Chicago found that undecided voters seem to be a rarity. Over 107,000 ballots were already received by Tuesday night, showcasing the high stakes of the approaching election.
Mondaire Jones and Mike Lawler are engaged in a closely watched House race in New York’s 17th Congressional District. CBS News New York is hosting a live debate between the candidates, providing voters with an opportunity to engage and be informed.
Eminem endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris at a rally in Detroit, his hometown, alongside former President Obama. The influential rapper encouraged voters to exercise their voice and emphasized the importance of the election.
Former Chief of Staff John Kelly voiced concerns about Trump’s leadership style in a series of interviews, stating that Trump would govern like a dictator if re-elected. The Trump campaign denied Kelly’s accounts in response to the interviews.
Democratic vice-presidential nominee Tim Walz condemns Trump’s reported praise for Hitler’s generals, expressing his dismay at the former president’s actions. Walz emphasized the importance of the upcoming election in maintaining democratic principles.
Vice President Kamala Harris assured NBC’s Hallie Jackson that her team is prepared to address any challenges, including Trump declaring victory prematurely on election night. Harris conveyed confidence in their resources and expertise to navigate through such scenarios.
