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Harris stretches lead over Trump in what could be significant increase

While election almost certain to be decided by swing states, pollsters explain why growth in national polls is meaningful

The Guardian - US

Why can the US election vote count take so long? What to know in 500 words

US states determine ballot counting procedures in federal elections, with varying count times fuelling misinformation.

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In a US presidential election with razor-thin margins, will ‘couch-sitters’ decide who wins?

In countries with compulsory voting, such as Australia and many in Latin America, the system usually ensures an overwhelming majority of voters cast their ballots election after election.

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Harris’ post-debate gains sustained in US polls, but Republicans likely to gain Senate control

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 49.2–46.2. In my previous US politics article last Wednesday, Harris led Trump by 48.9–46.0.

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Nebraska Republicans Consider Changing Electoral College Vote Allocation

Nebraska Republicans face pressure to change Electoral College system in close race. Debate over split vs. winner-take-all system.

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Republicans step up effort to change Nebraska voting rules to help Trump

Key figures seek to bring about winner-takes-all allocation that would give Trump all five electoral college votes

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GOP Sen. Graham Denies Trump Campaign Asked Him To Push For Electoral College Change

Senator Lindsey Graham clarifies visit to Nebraska, denies advocating for winner-take-all electoral college votes. Trump supporters push for change.

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Nebraska may change its electoral system at the last second to help Trump win

The state’s Republican governor has proposed a legal change that could alter the course of the national presidential election

The Guardian - US

Why Pennsylvania is the key to a Harris or Trump Electoral College victory

With less than two months until Election Day, Pennsylvania has emerged as the keystone state in each party’s plan to win the White House.

The Conversation

Harris gains in post-debate US national polls, but will her gains be sustained?

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 48.9–46.0. In my previous US politics article on September 9, Harris led Trump by 48.7–46.2.

The Conversation

At the Races: Recapping the season - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

Roll Call

Harris has stalled. Will today’s debate with Trump change that?

Harris and Trump are running neck and neck. And today might be the Democratic nominee’s only chance to regain momentum.

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Harris’ lead dips in national US polls and it’s very close in the key states

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 48.7–46.2. In my previous US politics article on August 30, Harris led Trump by 48.8–45.0.

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US presidential polls: Harris leads Trump nationally, but key swing state races tighter

Race so close in swing states one commentator this week called it the ‘equivalent of a knife fight in a phone booth’

The Guardian - UK

Kamala Harris now leads in US polls but state-level data puts race on knife-edge

Analysis of 2024 polling and previous elections involving Donald Trump suggests race is still too close to call

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Harris’ win probability falls slightly after Democratic convention and Kennedy withdrawal

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 48.8–45.0. In my previous US politics article last Sunday, Harris led Trump by 48.8–44.8.

The Guardian - US

The path to American democracy’s survival runs through Georgia

Trumpism’s route to the White House is paved with bricks of election theft in the battleground state

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An unseen problem with the Electoral College – it tells bad guys where to target their efforts

Over the past four years, Congress and state governments have worked hard to prevent the aftermath of the 2024 election from descending into the chaos and threats to democracy that occurred around the 2020 U.S. presidential election.

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Trump Campaign Bracing For Unfavorable Polling News

Trump campaign prepares for potential shifts in polling data post-Democratic National Convention for Kamala Harris.

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Tim Walz Returns To Nebraska For Crucial Electoral Rally

Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz returns to Nebraska for rally in pivotal 2nd District, impacting presidential race outcome.

The Guardian - US

Harris has two paths to victory – Rust belt or Sun belt, polling analysts say

Vice-president grows newly competitive in four southern Sun belt states Trump once dominated

The Guardian - US

Trump campaign targets Pennsylvania as state that holds key to White House

Republican nominee, who holds Wilkes-Barre rally on Saturday, believes he holds advantage in electoral college

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Vice President Harris To Co-Preside Over Electoral College Certification

Explore the significance of Vice President Kamala Harris presiding over the 2024 Electoral College certification amidst a closely contested presidential el...

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Harris’ lead over Trump continues to increase in US national and swing state polls

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 46.8–43.7 with 3.9% for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In my previous US politics article on August 5, Harris led Trump by 45.5–44.1.

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