North Carolina US Election Results 2024 live updates: votes by county in NC, electoral map and who is winning in Charlotte, Raleigh...

Nothing is certain in North Carolina!

Votes in North Carolina are not confirmed until the authorities release the official results. In the 2022 U.S. Senate election, there was a significant controversy as Democrat Cheri Beasley initially led by 20 points over Ted Budd. However, two hours after polls closed, Budd overtook Beasley to win the seat.

How much attention Americans are paying to the presidential election campaigns in the United States in October 2024, by age

Another important detail to consider is the voting intention by age group. Taking into account that in the United States, the majority of the population is between 20 and 50 years old, and that according to Statista data they are those who pay less attention to the campaigns of the presidential candidates, we will see which candidate they opt for.

Vote Ccounting in North Carolina

North Carolina state law allows mail-in votes to be counted on Election Day, even before polls close. However, it will not be until tonight, Tuesday, when preliminary results are available, with the official tally expected to be announced later.

North Carolina may take longer to count votes

In previous elections, North Carolina was known for its speed in counting votes; however, in 2024, the aftermath of hurricanes Helen and Milton could slow down the process.

Offices up for election in North Carolina in 2024

President: Harris (Democratic Party); Trump (Republican Party); Chase Oliver (Libertarian Party); Jill Stein (Green Party); Randall Terry (Constitution Party); Cornel West (Justice for All Party).
Governor: Robinson; Stein.
1st Congressional District: Davis; Buckhout.

The candidates for governor in North Carolina

The four candidates for governor in North Carolina are Jeff Jackson, Josh Stein, Mo Green, Mike Ross, and Michael Wayne Turner. In recent weeks, they have emphasized issues they consider crucial, such as housing, education, healthcare, food access, and immigration.

Republicans are strong in North Carolina

Despite the significant Democratic vote in North Carolina, in recent years the Republican Party has taken the lead, especially in the two occasions when Trump won the U.S. presidency. In this state, the Republican candidate received 50% of the vote, even surpassing Joe Biden by one point in 2020.

North Carolina, a Democratic State in Elections

Since 1968, Democratic presidential candidates have won the popular vote in North Carolina; the strongest victories were in 1976 and 2008. Now, the scenario includes Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump.

What’s being elected in North Carolina?

In the 2024 U.S. elections, North Carolina citizens will vote for the next President and Governor this Tuesday, November 5. This state has been a popular destination for election campaigns due to its great importance.

North Carolina positioned as an "undecided" state

Polls reveal that North Carolina is “undecided” due to a one-point difference between Trump and Kamala. This state, along with others, presents a complex scenario for prediction:

Arizona (11) – Trump leads the polls.
Georgia (16) – Trump has a slight lead.
Michigan (15) – Harris is leading in the polls.
Nevada (6) – Trump is ahead.
North Carolina (16) – Trump leads by one point.
Pennsylvania (19) – Trump is ahead in the polls.
Wisconsin (10) – Harris is leading according to the latest polls.

What Trump needs to win the election in North Carolina

Recent polls indicate that Donald Trump is leading in five of the seven key states for the U.S. elections. In North Carolina, he is only one point ahead of his rival Kamala Harris and would need a two-point lead to secure a win in this state.

Given the tight race, Harris could pull ahead by a slight margin. However, Trump is expected to secure wins in:

Florida (30 electoral votes)
Ohio (17)
Texas (40)
Maine District 2 (1)
Alaska (3)
Iowa (6)
Kansas (6)
Missouri (10)
Montana (4)
South Carolina (9)
Alabama (9)
Arkansas (6)
Idaho (4)
Indiana (11)
Kentucky (8)
Louisiana (8)
Mississippi (6)
Nebraska (4)
North Dakota (3)
Oklahoma (7)
South Dakota (3)
Tennessee (11)
Utah (6)
West Virginia (4)
Wyoming (3)

North Carolina and abortion

A recent survey from SurveyUSA/WRAL-TV reveals that in North Carolina, 43% of residents support making abortion illegal after six weeks, and the current law prohibits it after 12 weeks.

Swing state election polling of Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump in the US (October data)

In the other swing states, the situation is similar, with the latest polls showing a tie. In all of them, Donald Trump is slightly ahead of Kamala Harris in the intention to vote. In the states of Arizona and Georgia, the difference is almost 2 points, which would make it difficult for the Democrats to win. Special attention to Georgia, with 16 electoral votes, which is considered one of the key states to be President of the United States.

Issues of concern for North Carolina citizens

The issues of greatest importance and interest to North Carolina citizens include economic factors, immigration, natural disasters, and abortion. On the latter, surveys highlight that residents are more conservative than those in other U.S. states.

North Carolina and the black vote

Text: In the last few elections, North Carolina’s electorate has favored Democratic candidates. For instance, in the 2020 election, Joe Biden received 87% of the Black vote, securing 92% of it in his favor. Additionally, North Carolina’s large rural population of about 3.4 million people plays an influential role.
 

The importance of North Carolina in the 2024 elections

North Carolina has become one of the strongest and most relevant states for the elections due to its demographic factors; it has 16 electoral votes. It is significant for its African American population, which represents 21% compared to the national level of 12%.

North Carolina Is one of the key states with the most voters

There are seven states in the U.S. that are likely to decide the 2024 elections. Pennsylvania (19) has the largest swing influence, followed by Georgia (16) and North Carolina (16), then Michigan (15), Arizona (11), Wisconsin (10), and Nevada (6). These states, including North Carolina, will define the Presidential election, potentially making history by electing Kamala Harris as the first woman president or allowing Donald Trump to continue his tenure for a third term.

Kamala Harris says Trump Is driven by revenge

“Donald Trump has spent a decade trying to keep the American people divided and fearful. That’s who he is. But I’m here to say that’s not who we are... I pledge to be a president for all Americans: to always put country over party and self,” Kamala Harris said to North Carolina residents.

2024 Presidential election polling of Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump

Overall polls reflect how Kamala Harris closed the gap with Trump, who was 2 points ahead last September. Right now, statistics consider both candidates with 48% of the share of registered and likely voters.

A third of North Carolina voters have already voted

The North Carolina State Board of Elections states that a third of the voters in this state have already cast their votes in the 2024 U.S. elections. In 2020, official results were announced ten days later, as mail-in votes arrived on the same day and military ballots from abroad were counted afterward.

Trump claims resources for Helen and Minton relief were given to immigrants in North Carolina

Hurricane Helen was not the only disaster to leave significant damage in North Carolina; there were also casualties from the Milton meteorological event, which caused considerable damage. Polls suggest that voters will be influenced by how well the candidates respond to this issue. Trump claimed at a campaign event that much of the resources intended to aid North Carolina residents affected by Helen and Milton were given to immigrants.

In the last 3 elections, the conservative party has won in North Carolina

An interesting and highly relevant fact for the U.S. elections on November 5, 2024, is that in North Carolina, the conservative party has won the last three elections. In 2012, Mitt Romney won, and afterward, Donald Trump was victorious in 2016 and 2020.

Currently, polls in North Carolina show 44% support for Kamala Harris and 43% for Donald Trump. However, according to Reuters, this state is very complex to predict.

Donald Trump requests votes in North Carolina to change the U.S

Recently, Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, stated at a campaign event that there would be no second chances to save a declining America. “America won’t have a second chance... But don’t worry, we won’t be a declining nation for much longer.”

In 2008, North Carolina gave full support to a democratic candidate

The latest polls from FiveThirtyEight indicate that Donald Trump is leading Kamala Harris by one point in North Carolina. Fun fact: The last time this state fully supported a Democratic presidential candidate was in 2008 with Barack Obama. North Carolina is crucial in the U.S. Presidential election, as in 2020, Trump’s win in this state was confirmed ten days after the election, specifically on November 13.

North Carolina polls for the US Election 2024: Trump vs Harris

In 2020, Donald Trump won the electoral vote in North Carolina by 50% against Biden who got 48.6% of the vote. The state of North Carolina is considered one of the swing states which may be key for Harris who closes the gap with Trump in the latest polls: 47.7% for Trump vs 47.3% for Kamala Harris.

The Impact of hurricane Helen and the 2024 elections

North Carolina is one of the key states in determining who will win today's November 5th election in the United States. Voters are looking for support from candidate Trump and candidate Harris in the aftermath of Hurricane Helen, which left hundreds displaced.