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Trump and Biden Emerges as Front Runners: Super Tuesday 2024 Key Highlights

On March 5, 2024, voters across the United States are participating in what is commonly known as Super Tuesday, a pivotal day in the presidential primary season. A total of 15 states, including Alaska and Utah which are holding caucuses, are hosting Republican contests, while the same states, except Alaska, are also conducting Democratic primaries. The stakes are high, with over a third of all available delegates up for grabs for both parties’ nominations.

What’s the deal with Super Tuesday?

Prior to Election Day in November, this is usually the biggest day for primary elections and caucuses across the country. Up until now, primaries and caucuses have only ever taken place on the same day in one or two states. On this day, voters select the presidential candidates on Tuesday in sixteen states and one territory. A few states also select their own district attorneys in addition to deciding who will run for senator or governor. Super Tuesday is virtually always the first Tuesday in March, just as Thanksgiving is always the fourth Thursday in November.

What exactly happens on Super Tuesday?

Democrats and Republicans cast their votes through ballots for president and other posts. Delegates are then chosen after the ballots have been counted. Delegates are the people who’ve been selected to represent their community at their political party’s presidential nominating convention. Later, they choose the candidate who will stand in for them on the November ballot.

Trump vs. Haley: Republican Race Dominated by Controversies

Former President Donald Trump continues to lead the Republican nomination race, facing competition primarily from former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley. However, Trump’s campaign is shrouded in controversy, with his disqualification from primary ballots in Colorado and Maine due to his involvement in post-2020 election insurrection, albeit overridden by a recent Supreme Court ruling. Additionally, Trump is entangled in legal battles, facing federal indictments and state charges across multiple jurisdictions, raising questions about the stability of his candidacy.

Biden’s Unchallenged Path and Lingering Concerns

President Biden remains the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination, largely unchallenged within his party. However, concerns persist regarding his age, handling of international conflicts such as the Israel-Hamas issue, and potential voter apathy. While Biden maintains a strong position, these factors may influence the trajectory of his campaign as the primary season unfolds.

Record Delegate Counts

Dubbed “Super Tuesday” for its unprecedented scale, this critical day in the primary calendar sees a record number of delegates at stake. A total of 865 Republican delegates and 1,420 Democratic delegates are up for allocation, representing a crucial opportunity for candidates to secure support and momentum in their quest for their respective party nominations. With the presidential race heating up, Super Tuesday holds immense significance in shaping the trajectory of the 2024 election.

As voters cast their ballots and candidates vie for delegate support, the outcomes of Super Tuesday contests will undoubtedly shape the narrative and dynamics of the presidential primary season moving forward. Stay tuned for updates as the results unfold across the nation.

Riya Pokhriyal

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