The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is set for November 5, and it’s a big deal because it decides the next leader of the country. Here’s what you need to know:Candidates: Donald Trump is trying to win back the presidency as the Republican candidate. Kamala Harris is running for the Democrats, focusing on issues like managing the country’s money, healthcare, and education.Important issues: Voters are particularly focused on a few big issues this year:Economy: How the government handles money, taxes, and jobs is always a huge topic.Healthcare: Decisions about doctor's visits, hospitals, and insurance are on the line.Immigration: Rules about who can move to the U.S. and live here permanently are up for discussion.Voting process: The U.S. uses something called the Electoral College, where each state gets a number of electors based on its population. These electors actually choose the president, based on how people in their state voted.From policy showdowns to personal pledges, each candidate is gearing up for a spirited race that promises to keep voters on the edge of their seats.
The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is set for November 5, and it’s a big deal because it decides the next leader of the country. Here’s what you need to know:Candidates: Donald Trump is trying to win back the presidency as the Republican candidate. Kamala Harris is running for the Democrats, focusing on issues like managing the country’s money, healthcare, and education.Important issues: Voters are particularly focused on a few big issues this year:Economy: How the government handles money, taxes, and jobs is always a huge topic.Healthcare: Decisions about doctor's visits, hospitals, and insurance are on the line.Immigration: Rules about who can move to the U.S. and live here permanently are up for discussion.Voting process: The U.S. uses something called the Electoral College, where each state gets a number of electors based on its population. These electors actually choose the president, based on how people in their state voted.From policy showdowns to personal pledges, each candidate is gearing up for a spirited race that promises to keep voters on the edge of their seats.
