After the 2024 US Presidential election date was announced, those interested in politics began to wonder when the US elections will be held. After the assassination attempt on former US President and new presidential candidate Donald Trump and the announcement of the Democratic Party candidate Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the elections, the 2024 US Presidential election date has come to the agenda again. So when is the US election? You will find answers to your questions in this article.
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When is the US Presidential Election?
The 60th US presidential election will take place on November 5, 2024. Following the elections, the winning candidate will take office following the oath-taking ceremony on January 20, 2025.
US Presidential Election Calendar
The primary election process that began in Iowa on January 15 in the US was completed with the final primary elections on June 8. In all 50 states and their regions, the public will make their choice between the candidates of both the Democratic and Republican parties. In some states, both the Democratic and Republican parties held primary elections on the same day, while in some states, the two parties held primary elections at different times.
The primary season will begin in early 2024, where candidates from both major parties—Democratic and Republican—will compete for their party’s nomination. Key states such as Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and South Carolina will hold early contests, with Super Tuesday occurring in March, when multiple states hold their primaries simultaneously.
After the primaries, the Democratic and Republican parties will hold their national conventions in the summer of 2024. During these conventions, each party will officially nominate its presidential candidate and vice-presidential running mate.
Following the conventions, the general election campaign will intensify as the nominees from each party will engage in debates, rallies, and other campaign activities across the country to garner voter support.
In many states, the “primary” system, where voters traditionally go to the ballot box and vote, is used in the primary elections, while in some states, the “caucus” system, which is held in the form of a party meeting, is preferred.
Who are the 2024 US Presidential Candidates?
Democrat Party
Kamala Harris
Republican Party
Donald J. Trump
Independent and third-party
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Cornel West
Jill Stein
Chase Oliver
Joe Biden Withdraws from Candidacy: New Candidate Kamala Harris
US President Joe Biden has made an unusual move to end his re-election campaign and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate.
Biden, 81, said in a written statement on Sunday, July 21, 2024, that serving in office was the “highest honor” but that stepping down was “in the best interest of my party and the country.”
The announcement capped a turbulent period in US politics that began with his sometimes inconsistent debate performance against Donald Trump on June 27. Mr Biden said he would remain president until January.
Harris, 59, said she was “honoured” to be endorsed and that she would “win this nomination” and unite the country against Trump.
Who is Kamala Harris?
Kamala Harris is an American politician and lawyer who was inaugurated alongside President Joe Biden in January 2021 and currently serves as Vice President of the United States. She is the first female vice president, the highest-ranking female official in U.S. history, and the first African American and Asian American vice president.
Born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California, Harris is the daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants. She attended Howard University and the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. Harris began her career in the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, eventually becoming the San Francisco District Attorney from 2004 to 2011. She later served as the Attorney General of California from 2011 to 2017, and was subsequently elected as a U.S. Senator from California from 2017 to 2021.
Who is Donald J. Trump?
Donald J. Trump, born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York City, is a prominent American businessman, media personality, and politician. He gained significant attention as the CEO of The Trump Organization and as the host of the reality television show “The Apprentice.” His real estate ventures, including numerous high-profile projects and branding deals, propelled him into the public eye, making him a well-known figure in American business and media. Trump’s rise in politics began in the 2010s, and he secured the Republican nomination for President of the United States in 2016.
In 2016, Donald Trump was elected as the 45th President of the United States, defeating Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton. His presidency was marked by significant shifts in American domestic and foreign policy, characterized by an “America First” approach. During his tenure, he focused on issues such as immigration reform, trade negotiations, tax cuts, and deregulation. Trump also appointed three Supreme Court Justices, shifting the court’s balance. Despite facing numerous controversies and impeachment proceedings, Trump remains a polarizing figure in American politics. As of 2024, he is a leading candidate for the Republican Party’s presidential nomination.
Importance of the 2024 Election
The 2024 Presidential Election is expected to be highly consequential, as it will set the direction for the United States on key issues such as the economy, healthcare, immigration, foreign policy, and climate change. The outcome will shape the nation’s policies and governance for the next four years, making it a critical event for both Americans and the global community.
As the election approaches, it’s essential for voters to stay informed about the candidates, their platforms, and the electoral process to make an informed decision on Election Day. Follow the latest news on the election process with Main Pathway.
US Latest Election News
August 2024
- FBI launches investigation after Trump campaign says Iran hacked its internal communications: The US FBI said on Monday it has launched an investigation after Donald Trump’s presidential campaign said its internal communications were hacked, partly because the campaign blamed the Iranian government.
- Kamala Harris has raised $540 million since launching her presidential campaign.
- Trump team gets into physical fight with Arlington cemetery attendant: Two members of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign team got into a “verbal and physical fight” with an attendant at Arlington National Cemetery during Trump’s visit this week.
