US Election: The 'Swing States' and the Routes to Victory for Harris and Trump

The upcoming US presidential election is entering its final phase, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump focusing on the 'swing states' in their campaigns. The swing states, a small group of states where the outcome is uncertain and ultimately decides the election, have become crucial battlegrounds.

Harris's candidacy has shifted the dynamics of the race, as she has gained ground against Trump in the polls and improved the Democrats' chances in the swing states. However, neither Harris nor Trump currently have clear advantages in these key states.

The US election operates through an indirect system, where the president is determined by an electoral college. Most states allocate all their electors to the winner, with exceptions in Maine and Nebraska.

Many states are strongholds for either the Democrats or the Republicans, with the swing states being the main focus of the candidates' campaigns. Currently, there are seven swing states, including Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.

Harris and Trump have different paths to secure the necessary electoral votes for victory, with Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin playing crucial roles. Georgia, which Biden narrowly won in 2020, could also be a deciding factor.

The outcome in the swing states is incredibly close, making each state crucial.