Vice President Kamala Harris made her first visit to a battleground state since securing the Democratic presidential nomination to challenge former President Donald Trump. The campaign rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, signifies a new phase in the 2024 race, where Harris is expected to present a more energetic style and draw sharp contrasts with Trump, a departure from President Joe Biden's recent approach.
Wisconsin holds strategic importance in the upcoming election. As one of the three 'Blue Wall' states, along with Pennsylvania and Michigan, Harris has visited Wisconsin five times this year and nine times since assuming the vice presidency. These states are crucial for the Democratic Party's path to securing the necessary 270 electoral college votes for victory.
While Biden's victory relied on these states, it remains to be seen if Harris will follow a similar strategy or explore alternative paths to victory. Sun Belt swing states like Arizona, Nevada, North Carolina, and Georgia could also play a significant role in Harris's electoral calculations, offering potential avenues to expand the Democratic Party's reach.
