President Biden and former President Trump are gearing up for their 2024 election rematch, with a focus on rallying support in key southern states following their upcoming debate in Atlanta, Georgia. Biden, fresh off a face-to-face showdown in Georgia, will head to North Carolina, a state he narrowly lost to Trump in 2020. Meanwhile, Trump will hold a rally in Virginia, a state he lost by a significant margin in the previous election.
Virginia, historically a Democratic stronghold, is showing signs of becoming a battleground state. Recent polling indicates a tight race between Biden and Trump, with both candidates garnering 48% support in a head-to-head match. In a multi-candidate scenario, Biden leads with 42% support, closely followed by Trump at 41%.
Internal surveys presented at a Republican National Committee retreat suggest that both Minnesota and Virginia are potential targets for Trump to secure crucial electoral votes. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, echoing this sentiment, believes that his state is in play for the upcoming election.
Youngkin's appearance alongside Trump at an upcoming rally has fueled speculation about his potential as a running mate. Trump has expressed admiration for Youngkin, hinting at the possibility of considering him for a significant role in his campaign.
In North Carolina, Biden is intensifying his efforts to secure a victory in a state he narrowly lost in the previous election. With a focus on expanding his campaign's presence and airing advertisements, Biden aims to become the first Democrat since Obama in 2008 to carry North Carolina.
As the election season unfolds, both candidates are strategically targeting states that could sway the outcome of the 2024 race. With rallies, debates, and campaign efforts in full swing, the battle for key electoral votes is heating up in the southern region.