US Election 2024: Forget swing states, this one district in Nebraska could decide the Trump vs. Harris battle for White House
US presidential election on November 5 could hinge on a single congressional district in Nebraska. While the national race involves over 330 million voters, the 2nd Congressional District, centered around Omaha, may play a pivotal role in determining whether Democrat Kamala Harris or Republican Donald Trump emerges victorious.
Most states allocate their electoral votes on a winner-take-all basis. However, Nebraska, along with Maine, distributes one electoral vote per congressional district. In the 2020 election, Biden won one of Nebraska's five electoral votes, while Trump secured the other four. With both candidates focusing heavily on this district, its single electoral vote could influence the overall election outcome, especially in a tightly contested race.
2024 US Elections: Why Nebraska Matters
The 2nd Congressional District is seen as competitive this year, with independent analysts favoring Harris to win it. Both Harris and Trump have invested millions of dollars in advertising aimed at Omaha voters, recognizing the importance of securing every electoral vote available. If Harris wins the majority of battleground states, including Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, while Trump claims the other competitive states, Nebraska’s 2nd District could determine whether the election results in a tie or a victory for Harris.
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