The winner of the 2024 presidential election is likely to be decided by a handful of swing states, including North Carolina.
The state’s 16 electoral votes could be vital to whichever candidate wins them, so here’s what you need to know about the state of the race.
Polling
Other than a brief moment after she launched her candidacy, Harris has lagged behind Trump in the Tar Heel state. The former president’s lead has widened over the past few weeks, and he currently has a 1.5% lead in North Carolina, according to Decision Desk.
Prior to Harris becoming the nominee, Trump looked to run away with the state, enjoying a 5-6% lead over President Joe Biden, according to RealClearPolitics.
How North Carolina Has Voted In The Past
North Carolina has been a reliably red state for 10 out of the past 12 elections, only voting Democrat in 1976 (Jimmy Carter) and 2008 (Barack Obama). The odds are…
