Early Voting Surge: A Decisive Factor in US Elections

With early voting in full swing, over 21 million Americans have cast their ballots ahead of the upcoming US presidential election. Both parties are vigorously campaigning, with early voting proving crucial, especially in seven battleground states. Observers note a higher than expected turnout among Republicans.

With just two weeks until the US presidential elections, a remarkable 21 million Americans have already cast their vote amidst a fervent campaign between Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump.

Data from the Election Lab at the University of Florida reveals that around 7.8 million votes have been cast through early in-person methods, with mail ballots accounting for over 13.3 million. This simultaneous campaign and voting process is unique compared to India's election system.

Key battleground states, including Arizona, Nevada, and Michigan, are expected to play critical roles in determining the election's outcome, as early voting sees higher participation from Republicans than anticipated, potentially impacting the final result.

(With inputs from agencies.)