Former President Donald Trump was assassination attempt on July 2024 and accepted Republican nomination despite injuries.
President Joe Biden abandoned reelection bid under pressure from Democrats, leading to Vice President Kamala Harris securing Democratic nomination.
In the tumultuous year of 2024, the race for the presidency took several unexpected turns that left both voters and political analysts stunned. Amidst these dramatic events, former President Donald Trump faced an assassination attempt on July 2024, leaving him wounded but ultimately not deterred from accepting the Republican nomination. In contrast, 81-year-old President Joe Biden decided to abandon his reelection bid under immense pressure from top Democrats. This sudden development led Vice President Kamala Harris to swiftly secure the necessary commitments from Democratic delegates, effectively securing the party's nomination for the presidency.
As these events unfolded, young voters expressed a range of emotions and opinions. The Washington Times' Mallory Wilson delved into their reactions and captured their thoughts on this unpredictable political landscape. With both shocking incidents and surprising twists, the 2024 presidential race remains a topic of intense discussion among voters and analysts alike.
Biden trailed Trump in national polling averages almost every day this year.
Biden faced a deficit in the states needed to reach 270 electoral votes.
After June’s presidential debate, the gap between Biden and Trump widened.
Accuracy
As of July 21, Biden trailed Trump in national polling averages almost every day this year.
, Biden faced a deficit in the states needed to reach 270 electoral votes.
, After June’s presidential debate, the gap between Biden and Trump widened.
, Biden was down three points nationally and four or more points in key states such as Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan at some point during his campaign.