2024 Presidential election Polling of Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump

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

Here ends our coverage of the U.S. elections at Wisconsin. You can keep up to date with the latest election day news at AS. Thank you very much for reading us!

Trump talks about his assassination attempt

Trump just briefly mentions the assassination attempt he suffered in July, which he survived after a bullet grazed his ear during a campaign rally.

He tells the crowd that his life was “saved for a reason,” a suggestion he made throughout his campaign.

Trump says he will bring “every drop of spirit and fight” to the White House, and that being president is the “most important job in the world.” As a reminder, Trump has declared victory, but has not yet reached the required number of Electoral College votes. He is currently four short.

He adds that he will run his administration under the motto: “Promises made, promises kept.”

Trump congratulates JD Vance

Republicans have not yet been announced as the winners of this election, but they are only four electoral votes away from doing so.

Vance calls Trump's victory ”the greatest political comeback in history.”

Trump: “We will help our country heal.”

In his election night appearance he promises to fix the borders and adds that he and his party made history for a reason. It is clear that the Republican candidate is using this as a victory speech.

Still too close to call

The count continues in Wisconsin, and with 83% of votes counted it is still too early to declare a winner. However, the state looks like it will be painted red. At this moment, 51% for Donald Trump and 47.4% for Kamala Harris.

Trump continues to move closer to victory

With 78% of the votes counted, Trump is one step closer to victory. 51% of voters chose the Republican candidate. Kamala Harris has 47.3%.

Trump slightly increases his lead

Already 70% of the votes have been counted, and Donald Trump continues to maintain, even slightly increased his lead. 50.7% for the Republican candidate against 47.7% for Kamala Harris.

The count continues to advance

With 65% of the votes counted in Wisconsin, Trump continues to slowly widen his lead. He widens his lead percentage. Right now he accumulates 50.6% of the votes to Harris' 47.8%.

Trump is gaining ground in Wisconsin

The Republican candidate is widening his lead in another key state. With 60% of the votes counted, Donald Trump has 50.2% of the votes to Harris' 48.2%. The trend is increasingly 'red'.

Nearly neck-and-neck

The battle between Trump and Harris continues in Wisconsin. Already counted 55% of the votes, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are almost evenly matched although the trend is increasingly Republican.

The red candidate accumulates 49.4% of the votes to Harris' 48.9%. The count continues.

Wisconsin reaches 50% of the count

It is neck and neck in Wisconsin. With 50% of the votes counted, neither candidate is gaining an advantage in the presidential race.Both the Democratic and Republican parties will probably wait for the results of this state until almost the end of the count.

As of this writing, Donald Trump has 48,9% of the vote, while Kamala Harris has 49,4%.

Tie continues in Wisconsin

The counting continues in Wisconsin and the differences remain minimal. At this moment, Kamala Harris accumulates 49.9% of the votes, Trump 48.4%. The total of votes counted is 43%. It seems that we will have to wait for the final part of the count to know the result of this swing state.

Kamala Harris pulls ahead in Wisconsin

The Democratic candidate flips the count with 35% of the votes counted. Harris is placed, with 49.7%, above Trump, who has 48.6%. The difference is minimal, and it is increasingly confirmed that Wisconsin will be absolutely decisive in the final result.

FBI working with Wisconsin authorities in the wake of bomb threats

The FBI is working with local authorities and security in Wisconsin following bomb warnings received during Election Day. These threats, according to the investigation, point to being related to Russia, and have caused problems and delays at some polling places, which have had to be evacuated. The FBI confirmed that these threats were not credible. 

TIGHT COUNTING CONTINUES IN WISCONSIN: TOO CLOSE TO CALL

With 23% of the votes counted in Wisconsin, the presidential race is too close to declare a winner between Trump and Harris.

Counting progresses in Wisconsin

Vote counting begins in Wisconsin, one of the swing states in this Election 2024. So far, with 5% of the votes counted, Trump is winning with 54.3% of the votes over Kamala Harris' 44.1%. 

The polls pointed to this state being one of the most evenly matched, somewhat leaning towards the Democratic Party candidate. 

Trump doubles support among black voters in Wisconsin

As reported by NBC, Trump has doubled the support of black voters. He has attracted 20% of the black vote, compared to 78% for Harris. Four years ago, Trump only got 8%.

The fight for the Senate, open

The polls closed in Wisconsin and there is uncertainty about the Senate results as well. The fight between Tammy Baldwin and her Republican opponent, Eric Hovde. Baldwin supporters are arriving for an election viewing party at the Orpheum Theater.

POLLS CLOSE IN WISCONSIN!

Voting ends in one of the key states in the 2024 Elections in the United States. The stakes are high for Trump and Harris, who if they achieve victory in this state will be close to reaching the presidency of the country. 

Pending canvassing and counting in Wisconsin, PolyMarket gives Donald Trump the edge in Wisconsin: a 59% chance of victory in one of the key states.

Statements on vote recount in Milwaukee

The executive director of the Milwaukee Election Commission, Paulina Gutierrez, has stated regarding the decision to recount 30,000 votes due to a problem with the tabulating machines. She stated that this was done to: “assure the American public that this election is going to be held in a secure and transparent manner”. 

He does not question the security of the machines, and admits that it was an election observer who noticed that the doors were improperly closed. The whole process of restoring and changing the machines was supervised by bipartisan teams and observers. 

The director could not estimate a time at which this recount would end, she could only assure that the night will be long, so results are not expected in the short term. 

Dave McCormick appeals for votes in the last few hours

Dave McCormick, the GOP Senate candidate in Pennsylvania, has posted on social media asking voters to go to the polls in the final hours before the polls close, and he is asking voters to vote in the last few hours before the polls close.

30,000 ballots to be recounted in Wisconsin

Jeff Fleming, municipal spokesman for Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has assured that about 30,000 vote-by-mail ballots will be reprocessed because it was discovered that some of the counting machines had not closed their doors properly.

He stated that all the machines will be reset to zero and the ballots will be reinserted, thus restarting the count. According to Fleming, this was a human error, and they do not believe it was an intentional action.

Maximum equality between Trump and Harris

The final poll released by Echelon revealed that Harris and Trump are tied in Wisconsin with 49% of the vote each. 
According to this poll, 95% of respondents are “very motivated to vote” and 44% had already done so. In addition, Wisconsin respondents disapproved of Biden's and Trump's tenure: 54% and 51% of respondents expressed disapproval, respectively.

Controversy over early voting drop boxes

Early voting drop boxes in every county in the state have been at the center of controversy even before the voting process began. In 2022 the Wisconsin Supreme Court declared them unconstitutional, but in 2023 reversed itself. 

In the 2020 election, following Trump's defeat in Wisconsin, Republicans challenged the results by blaming the mailboxes. According to Professor Howard Schweber of the University of Wisconsin-Madison there is no evidence of vote tampering. “There is no evidence that anyone ever tried to stuff mailboxes with fake ballots or multiple ballots or non-citizen ballots,” Schweber stated.

Early Voting in Wisconsin

Since the early voting deadline opened in Wisconsin on October 22, more than 1 million people have exercised their right to vote. This includes absentee ballots and ballots deposited in the mailboxes set up for this purpose in the various cities and counties across the state. This is well above the figure recorded in 2016, when around 825,000 were received. In 2020, however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the non-face-to-face vote was close to 1.9 million.

Polls close in Wisconsin at 8:00 p.m.

On Election Day, polling places in Wisconsin close at 8:00 p.m., so just over three and half hours. If you are in line by 8:00 p.m., you will be allowed to cast your vote.

Notice to All Voters

Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) Administrator Meagan Wolfe revealed that she is working to prevent fake news from spreading about who is eligible to vote.
“I want to be clear: under no circumstances are non-citizens allowed to vote in the state of Wisconsin. To vote in Wisconsin, voters must certify on their voter registration form that they are a U.S. citizen.”

Importance of climate change and environment in the U.S.

Another issue that powerfully separates the two candidates is undoubtedly the issue of climate change. According to YouGov data supporters of Donald Trump's candidacy do not believe that climate change is an important issue for the future of the country with 31% of respondents believing it is “not very important” or as many as 34% believing this issue to be “very unimportant.” Kamala Harris supporters, however, see it as vital (with 70% of respondents thinking it is “very important”.

What to do if I have questions?

If you have questions on Election Day in Wisconsin, you can contact the following resources for assistance:
Wisconsin Elections Office (myvote.wi.gov).
Wisconsin Election Assistance Center (Phone: 1-888-868-3951)
Wisconsin Voters Coalition (Phone: 1-866-OUR-VOTE (1-866-687-8683))
Local Organizations

Alcohol Consumption

The state of Wisconsin ranks first in per capita alcohol consumption. This is associated with the state's German immigrant heritage, the long-standing presence of major breweries in Milwaukee, and an often cold climate. Many large breweries were founded in Wisconsin.
 

What will the African American community prioritize when it comes to voting?

Black voters often prioritize issues such as racial justice, police reform, education, public health and economic opportunity. Campaigns that effectively address these concerns can mobilize this constituency. Community organizations and civil rights advocacy groups play a crucial role in mobilizing black voters. These groups work to educate voters about election processes, the importance of voting, and candidates who support their interests.

The African American Community Vote

The African American community vote in Wisconsin is critical and can have a significant impact on this election. Historically, the Black vote in Wisconsin has been crucial. In past elections, a high African American voter turnout has been a deciding factor. 

The chairman of the Republican National Committee, Michael Whatley, comments on X (formerly Twitter) that his organization requested yesterday that the Milwaukee Election Commission prevent the city from restricting access to election observers.

He also announces that these observers will have full access to verify the voting process.

The role of the rural vote in Wisconsin

Rural voting in Wisconsin can have a significant impact on elections. Rural areas of Wisconsin tend to have smaller populations and are concentrated in certain regions. However, they can be key in close elections where margins are narrow. Historically, rural areas tend to lean more toward Republican candidates, which can influence the overall results.

Rural voters are often concerned about issues such as agriculture, the local economy, access to health services and infrastructure. Campaigns that effectively address these issues can mobilize this constituency. In rural areas, access to polling places can be a challenge. However, initiatives to increase early voting and vote-by-mail voting can influence voter turnout in these communities.

Public opinion about public spending and taxes in the USA in 2024.

For the entire adult population surveyed, public spending and the taxes levied on them are of great importance, but certainly as many as 80% of Republicans consider this type of spending as “very important”. For Democrats, such spending is “very important” for only 53% of respondents.

How is Wisconsin's election system different from other states?

Wisconsin's election system has several features that distinguish it from processes in other neighboring states:
Voter registration allows for same-day registration.
It offers early voting and vote by mail. Voters can request mail ballots prior to the election.
Conducts an initial count on election night and offers recounts if the difference is less than 1%.
Conducts post-election audits in some elections to verify the accuracy of the count.

Tips to avoid problems when going to vote

To prevent problems such as long lines or problems with documents on Election Day in Wisconsin, you should register in advance and verify all your documents before going to vote.
Also, it is advisable to avoid rush hour: The busiest times are usually before and after work. If you can, vote mid-morning or mid-afternoon to avoid long lines. 

What happens if there is a tie in Wisconsin?

If the outcome of an election is very close and the margin between candidates is extremely narrow (usually less than 1%), there may be a formal request for a recount of votes. This can be requested by the candidates or by the parties.
During the recount, if there are disputes about specific ballots, decisions can be made about their validity. 
If, after the recount, a tie persists, Wisconsin has a method for resolving it. The standard method is a public drawing. This can be a coin toss, a ball toss, or some other method of chance.

How are votes counted in Wisconsin?

After the polls close, election officials begin counting the votes at each polling place. This includes both paper and vote-by-mail ballots.
Most ballots are counted using voting machines that scan and record the votes. The machines are designed to be accurate and secure.
Once the initial count is completed, preliminary results are published. These results are released on election night, although they may not be final.
Results are reviewed and certified in the days following the election. This process may include ballot verification and hand counting in case of disputes or errors.

Can I vote at work?

In Wisconsin, employees have specific rights to take time off to vote.
Employees are entitled to take up to three hours of time off to vote if they do not have enough time to vote outside of their work hours. This applies if working hours do not permit voting before 7:00 p.m. or after 8:00 a.m. on election day.
Employees must inform their employer at least 24 hours in advance of needing time off to vote. 
Employees are not entitled to pay for time taken off to vote, unless their employer decides otherwise.

Immigration in the United States: for or against?

The United States, a multicultural country where many different ethnicities coexist, has always been a welcoming country for immigrants. Statista collects in a new study what is people's opinion on immigration and whether it is favorable or detrimental to the future of the country. In 2020, opinion in favor reached its highest level since 2005, with up to 77% in favor of welcoming immigrants. Covid was a setback in public opinion with the increase of speeches against taking in more immigrants due to fears of a lack of security. Currently 27% of the population is against foreign immigration.

College vote will be important in Wisconsin

College voters will again play a key role in the final results in the state. The Wisconsin government left these tips for voting:
“Verify your registration: Before the election, make sure you are registered at the correct address.
Learn about the ballots: Familiarize yourself with the candidates and ballot measures before you vote. You can find information on nonpartisan websites that analyze the propositions.
Consult with your peers: Many colleges and universities have student organizations that promote voter participation and offer helpful information. Participating in these activities can provide you with additional resources.
Ask if you have questions: If you are unsure about something, don't hesitate to ask your classmates, professors, or your college's elections office.

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Unnoficial results from Madison, WI could be announced as early as midnight

Statements by the protagonists

Questioned about that, the chairwoman of the Milwaukee County Democratic Party was clear: “It's concerning. “From day one we've been very concerned about the black and Latino vote, so we need to really focus and make sure we're working in those communities to get them to the polls.”

However, for Milwaukee County Republican Chairman Hilario Deleon, this delay was a good sign for the Republican Party, “I think it shows and proves that the enthusiasm that the Democratic party had for Kamala Harris is finally gone.”

16% turnout in the city of Manitowoc

As of 11 a.m., the town of Manitowoc Rapids had turnout of nearly 50%, while the city of Manitowoc reports about 16%, equaling around 4,230 voters.

Remember, you have till 8 p.m. tonight to vote and if you're in line by 8 p.m. you can vote. Don't leave!

Concern over 'early vote'

With less than a week to go until the Election, the city of Milwaukee was lagging in early voting numbers. Less than a third of the people who had voted in 2020 at that point had voted this year. Could it influence the final outcome?

Registering to vote in Wisconsin

To vote in the Elections in this State it is necessary to be registered with the Wisconsin Elections Commission. This process can be done the days before the elections in different ways: online, through the Electoral Commission's website, in case you have a Wisconsin driver's license or identification number; or in person, going to the relevant office in your county. Wisconsin also accepts Election Day registrations at the polling place with a valid ID and proof of residency.

Abortion in USA: percentage of adults who support abortion

One of the most controversial issues of the last legislature has undoubtedly been abortion legislation. Up to 50% of voters with Republican voting intentions are of the opinion that abortion should be performed only in exceptional circumstances and not on a regular basis. This contrasts radically with the opinion of Democrats, who up to 42% support abortion without any type of legal restriction.

Voting Process in Wisconsin

If you are voting for the first time, here is a brief explanation of the voting process in Wisconsin. First, you need to be registered with the Wisconsin Elections Commission, and you can do so in advance or on Election Day itself. Once you arrive at the polling place, your ID is shown and your registration is verified. Next, they will explain how to use the voting machines, either a DRE, touch-screen, or a paper ballot machine, by marking your vote on a piece of paper. Depending on the system, you will be able to verify your vote before you cast it, and once you have cast your vote, the voting process is complete.

What must polling places have so that people with disabilities can vote?

According to voter accessibility law in the United States and Wisconsin, polling places must have:

Wheelchair accessible voting booths.

Entrances and doorways at least 32 inches wide (approximately 81 centimeters).

Handrails on all stairways.

Special voting machines to assist people who are blind or visually impaired.

Voting for persons with disabilities

People with disabilities have the same right to vote as everyone else. In fact, according to the law, voters with disabilities have the right to:

Vote in private and without assistance.

Have access to a polling place equipped with machines suitable for voters with disabilities.

How long is a term in the Wisconsin Senate?

Wisconsin is divided into 33 senatorial districts and each senatorial district is divided into three senatorial districts. Therefore, the Senate consists of 33 senators and the Assembly consists of 99 representatives. Senators serve four-year terms and representatives serve two-year terms.

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Distribution of the vote: population without a college degree

The academic level of voters is one of the yardsticks for measuring voting intentions for the 2024 Elections. Voters without a college graduate are one of the segments governed under this criterion, and the voting trends in Wisconsin in the previous two elections were as follows: in 2016, Republicans prevailed among this sector of the Wisconsin population with 56% of the votes obtained by Trump, while Hillary Clinton obtained 40%. In 2020, the Democrats increased with Biden to obtain 46% of the votes, but Trump continued to prevail despite having reduced the percentage, obtaining 52% of the votes.

What people think about the laws covering the sale of firearms?

In another survey conducted by Statista, participants were asked how they feel about gun legislation and whether it should be the same, more or less restrictive. Up to 60% of respondents felt that gun laws should be tightened. Less than 20% believed they should be relaxed.

Distribution of the vote: university graduates

One of the most widely used yardsticks when it comes to measuring the vote is academic level. In the case of Wisconsin, in the 2016 Elections, voters with college graduates went for the Democratic vote, giving 49% of the vote to Clinton while Trump obtained 45%. 4 years later, in the 2020 Elections, Trump decreased his vote share among this segment of the population by 4 points, obtaining 41%. The Democratic vote rose considerably and Biden obtained 57% of the vote in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin vote distribution: black population

The black population accounts for an important part of the vote in U.S. Elections, as well as in the State of Wisconsin. In the previous Elections, the black population vote in this State was very much marked by a trend line, being the population segment that imposed the greatest difference between Democrats and Republicans. In 2016, 92% of the votes went to Hillary Clinton while Donald Trump only obtained 6%. In the past 2020 Elections, the Democratic Party with Joe Biden repeated the figure of 92%, while Trump was left at 8%, although it was a small increase in vote with respect to 2016.

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Voters are out in force in Wisconsin

Wisconsin vote distribution: latino population

Although Wisconsin is not one of the states with the highest Latino representation in the United States, this population represents an important segment in the elections in this region, mainly due to the fact that, like other groups such as the black population, they have a fairly marked tendency. In the 2016 elections, the Latino vote went 63% to Hillary Clinton, while Trump obtained 34%. The Republican cut the gap among Hispanics in 2020, reaching 37% of the vote and leaving Biden at 63%, 3 points less than in 2016.

Distribution of the vote in Wisconsin: men and women

The segmented vote between men and women in Wisconsin in the previous two Elections, 2020 and 2016, leaves clues as to what the trends might be for both sexes heading into the voting this 2024. In 2016, when deciding between Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton, a year in which the Republican came out on top in Wisconsin, men went for Trump by 54% to Clinton's 40%, while women cast more votes for the Democratic candidate, 53% to Trump's 43%. In 2020, Trump repeated his candidacy, while Joe Biden ran for the Democrats and won. He obtained 56% of the women's vote to Trump's 43%, although the Republican again prevailed among men with 54% of the vote, leaving Biden with 44%, which still represented an increase compared to the 40% obtained by his predecessor.

Polls and polling place hours

Polls are open from 7:00am to 8:00pm throughout the state of Wisconsin. Therefore, citizens will have 13 hours to go to their polling place to vote in U.S. Elections 2024.

The high-tech stadium

In addition, Wisconsin uses technology, highly trained personnel and practical security measures to protect the integrity of elections and ensure that every valid vote cast is accurately counted. Official election results are certified by county canvassing boards, composed of the county clerk and two members of the public from opposing political parties. County canvassers have 10 days after the election to certify and deliver them.
 

The strictest possible protection to preserve the results.

Official results are never available on Election Day. Election officials work around the clock to count every vote, and in turn, the State of Wisconsin as an institution feels it is essential that they take the time to ensure that every vote is counted correctly.
 

Where to check the OFFICIAL Wisconsin results?

The most complete coverage of the U.S. Elections 2024 is available at AS Newspaper. However, the state of Wisconsin has the following website to view the official results.
 

Real average hourly earnings for all employees in the United States

It should be noted that prior to July 2022, the average hourly wage for all workers in the United States was on a downward trend following the Covid-19 pandemic, it has been rising since then to stand at $11.25 per hour.

What documents do I need to bring to vote?

ALL voters must provide a Proof of Residency Document, which include the following:

Current and valid Wisconsin driver's license or identification card.

Official ID or license issued by a Wisconsin governmental agency

Photo ID

Current or previous year's real estate tax bill or receipt

Housing lease in effect on the day of registration (not for first-time voters registering by mail)

University, college or technical institute payment statement for the last 9 months with student identification card

Utility bill (gas, electric or phone) received within the last 90 days

Bank or credit card statement

Paycheck or pay stub

Document issued by a government unit

Admission document from a residential care facility such as a nursing home or assisted living facility

Letter on letterhead from a social service agency identifying a homeless voter and describing his or her residence for voting purposes

*Active military voters or permanent overseas voters (with no intention of returning to the U.S.) are exempt from providing proof of residency.

Largest gap in history

Election results in the State of Wisconsin have historically been very close, leaving the presidential race vote percentages split nearly 50/50. The year in which the largest difference was achieved was in 1964, when Democrat Lyndon B. Johnson won 62.1% of the vote over Barry Goldwater.

Historic Results in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is known for being one of the key states in US Elections, due to the fact that it does not have a marked trend between Republicans or Democrats. Historically there have been many alternations, and these have been the results of the presidential races in this state since 1960:

1960 - Democrat: John F. Kennedy won with 52.6% of the vote against Richard Nixon.

1964 - Democrat: Lyndon B. Johnson won with 62.1% against Barry Goldwater.

1968 - Republican: Richard Nixon won with 47.9% against Hubert Humphrey.

1972 - Republican: Richard Nixon won with 53.4% against George McGovern.

1976 - Democrat: Jimmy Carter won with 49.5% against Gerald Ford.

1980 - Republican: Ronald Reagan won with 47.9% against Jimmy Carter.

1984 - Republican: Ronald Reagan won with 54.2% against Walter Mondale.

1988 - Republican: George H.W. Bush won with 52.9% against Michael Dukakis.

1992 - Democrat: Bill Clinton won with 41.1% against George H.W. Bush. Bush.

1996 - Democrat: Bill Clinton won with 48.8% against Bob Dole.

2000 - Democrat: Al Gore won with 47.8% against George W. Bush.

2004 - Democrat: John Kerry won with 49.7% against George W. Bush.

2008 - Democrat: Barack Obama won with 56.2% against John McCain.

2012 - Democrat: Barack Obama won with 52.8% against Mitt Romney.

2016 - Republican: Donald Trump won with 47.2% against Hillary Clinton.

2020 - Democrat: Joe Biden won with 49.4% against Donald Trump.

What is on the ballot in Wisconsin

In the Elections of 2024 the citizens of Wisconsin will be able to vote for different positions. First the Presidential race, in which the major party candidates are Donald Trump for the Republican Party and Kamala Harris for the Democratic Party; votes for the Senate, with Tammy Baldwin representing the Democrats and Eric Hovde representing the Republicans. They will also be able to vote for the House of Representatives race in Wisconsin.

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This is the exact wording of the amendment question:

“Shall Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution, which deals with suffrage, be amended to provide that only a citizen of the United States 18 years of age or older who resides in a voting district may vote in an election for national, state, or local office or in a state or local referendum?” A yes or no answer should be given.

Monthly unemployment rate in the United States (Sep 22 - Sep 24)

The monthly unemployment ratio may be one of the key factors in the undecided voters considering that in the last year it has gone from an average of 3.8% to as high as 4.3% last July 2024.

What amendments are on the Wisconsin ballot?

On every ballot to vote in Wisconsin will be a statewide referendum requesting permission to amend the state constitution to clearly prohibit non-U.S. citizens from voting in any election held in the state. So, what is the rationale for holding this referendum? Republicans include it in a protective framework. They would seek to “protect electoral integrity in the face of the influx of immigrants at the southern border.” On the other hand, Democrats claim that this amendment has no practical effect, since no municipality in Wisconsin allows non-citizens to vote. They sentence that its main function is to attract conservative voters and continue to generate hatred towards foreigners.

Who is Tony Evers, the governor of Wisconsin?

Tony Evers, born in November 1951, is a teacher and politician member of the Democratic Party. He became governor of Wisconsin in 2019. Previously, from 2009 to 2019, he was Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction. He entered politics in 2017 and very soon ran for Governor. In August 2018, he won the Democratic primary and ultimately ended up winning the State Election as well. He took office in January 2019.

What is the population of Wisconsin?

The latest data on the population in the state dates from the 2020 census. 81.9% of the pbolation are non-Hispanic White, 7.6% Latino, 7.3% Black, 3.6% Asian, 2% Native, and the remaining 1.2% “other.”

However, the top five ancestry groups are German (40.5%), Irish (10.8%), Polish (8.8%), Norwegian (7.7%) and English (5.7%). It is the state with the highest percentage of residents of Polish ancestry in the entire United States.

Foreign relations and sister states

As usual, the state of Wisconsin has international relations with several countries outside the United States. They are twinned with the state of Hesse in Germany, the prefecture of Chiba in Japan, Heilongjiang in China, Nicaragua and Jalisco in Mexico.

The state that gave birth to the Republican Party

Wisconsin was an all-Republican state during the American Civil War. And, in fact, it was the state in which the Republican Party originated. However, some ethno-religious issues were a target of controversy in the late 19th century and that caused people to become divided. The Bennett Act addressed the teaching of foreign languages in schools. Some Germans went over to the Democratic Party and at that very moment too great a division arose.

Deciding issues among Americans regarding who to vote for in the 2024 presidential election in the United States by party ideology

According to Statista data from November 2023, the issues Americans are most concerned about are the economy, the top concern of Republican voters, and preserving democracy for voters with Democratic intent. They are followed by abortion, immigration and firearms legislation.

Legitimacy of Elections

At the beginning of the month, Follow The Law, an activist group, began to alarm the population of some States such as Wisconsin, Georgia or Pennsylvania of the probabilities that some officials involved in the electoral process in these regions were carrying out malpractices that could alter the results of the Elections, without properly certifying the mandatory administrative process after counting and adjudicating the votes. These alerts have been dismissed by the relevant bodies: “Anyone relying on that website is being misled,” stated Mike Hassinger, public information officer for the Georgia Secretary of State.

Who dominates Wisconsin politically?

That is a difficult question to answer. At the state level, Wisconsin has been changing leaders and has historically alternated both Republican and Democratic parties. After the state's 2014 general election, all major offices (governor, lieutenant governor, state attorney general and state treasurer) were Republican. However, in the 2018 election the tables turned again and Democrats won ALL statewide offices. This is the first time that had happened since 1982.

Currently, the governor of the state is a Democrat.

The Judiciary in Wisconsin

Last but not least, Wisconsin's judicial system has four levels: municipal, circuit, appellate, and Supreme Court. The first courts handle more local cases. The circuit courts handle civil and criminal cases within the state. Challenges to circuit court rulings are heard by the Court of Appeals, which consists of 16 judges. Finally, the Supreme Court hears appeals from lower courts and original actions. In addition, it is charged with regulating the practice of law in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin's Legislative Branch

The Wisconsin State Legislature is a body with two chambers, which are the Wisconsin State Assembly and the Wisconsin State Senate. The Assembly has 99 members who are elected every two years without term limits. The Senate, with 33 members, has an election every four years and also has no term limits. Half of the Senate is elected every two years.

Legislators in the Senate and Assembly have an annual salary of about $55,000. In addition, about $66,000 is given to each legislator each year to cover office expenses, postage, etc....

Wisconsin's executive branch

It is headed by the governor. The current one is Tony Evers, who took office in January 2019. The state constitution gives the governor a veto over bills. The lieutenant governor, who also has a key role, succeeds the governor in the event of recall. The current one is Sara Rodriguez.

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.

Wisconsin Organizational Structure

The Wisconsin Constitution describes the structure and function of state government, which is organized into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial. The Wisconsin Blue Book is the most important reference for state government and policy. It is reissued every two years and copies are available to state legislators.

Who cannot vote in Wisconsin?

You will not be able to vote in Wisconsin if...

You have already voted in the election

You are currently serving any part of a felony sentence, including probation or supervision.

You have been declared unfit to vote by a judge.

You have made, directly or indirectly, any bet or wager or gamble in reference to the outcome of the election.

Requirements for Voting in Wisconsin

To vote in Wisconsin for the 2024 Election, you must meet the following requirements:

Be a citizen of the United States.

Be 18 years of age or older before Election Day.

Have resided at your current address for at least 28 days before Election Day.

If you have been convicted of a felony, you must have served your sentence, including probation, parole, or extended supervision.

Not have been declared incompetent to vote by a judge.

What are the key states in the elections?

The electoral system in the United States causes each State to have a specific weight in the final result, and some of them in particular, due to the variability of voting among their population and the results they have historically had, without a too marked trend line, become even more important. The electors in these states will, once again, be determinative when it comes time for Electoral College representatives to vote between Trump and Kamala Harris. These swing states are: Arizona, North Carolina, Michigan, Nevada, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

The counties and population of Wisconsin

The state of Wisconsin is known in the American country for its large rural areas. Despite this, it also has cities and towns of a large size. The Milwaukee metropolitan area alone is home to one-third of the state's population. With some 602,000 residents, Milwaukee is the 22nd largest city in the United States.

In total, Wisconsin has 5.8 million inhabitants and a population density of 33.02 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Swing state election polling of Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump in the US (October's 24 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.

Wisconsin, a particular state

It is one of the 50 states that make up the United States. Its capital is Madison (221,551 inhabitants) and the most populated city is Milwaukee. It is located in the Midwest region of the country. It is bordered on the north by Lake Superior and Michigan, on the east by Lake Michigan, on the south by Illinois and on the west by the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers that separate it from Iowa and Minnesota. It has 72 counties and was admitted to the union in May 1848. It was the thirtieth state in the country and was controlled by various tribes, European missionaries and traders, and later by the British. After the American War of Independence, control of the territory passed to the new nation, although the British continued to exercise effective power.

Why did the Republicans hold their National Convention in Milwaukee?

Milwaukee has always been one of the most Democratic cities in Wisconsin. Therefore, it attracted a lot of attention that it was the place chosen by the Republicans. However, the intention was clear: to gain weight and mark territory in one of the most strategic states in the 2024 Elections. Republicans believe that holding their convention in Milwaukee will energize their base. While the city itself is a Democratic stronghold, the suburbs are more politically manipulable and have become battlegrounds. Historically, these suburbs were invariably Republican, but since 2016, Democrats have made significant gains

States with the most electoral votes

The electors play a crucial role in U.S. elections, as it is the U.S. Electoral College that is responsible, through its representatives, for choosing the winner from among the candidates for president. Each state has a certain number of representatives based on its population, and these are elected through the votes of the presidential race. Wisconsin, with 10 electors, does not stand out as one of the states with the most representatives. Those with the largest number of electors are: California, with 54 representatives; Texas, with 40; Florida, with 30; New York, with 28; and Pennsylvania and Illinois with 19.

Who counts the votes in Wisconsin elections?

Poll workers are temporarily recruited to perform duties on Election Day, as well as the days leading up to it. They are responsible for managing polling places during elections. They are known by different titles, depending on the state or county. They may be called election judges, inspectors, election clerks or booth workers. Most of them are volunteers and must meet certain requirements. Some areas have had difficulty recruiting poll workers because of the possibility of death threats.

Abortion rights, one of the key issues

Tammy Baldwin voted, in 1997, against a bill that would have jailed doctors who performed late-term abortions. For her part, Hovde stated as early as 2012 that she was “totally” against abortion. Since then he has always said he has favored exceptions in cases of rape, incest and the life of the mother. He believes state voters should decide abortion policy by referendum.

Wisconsin has ten electors

In the U.S. electoral system, the winning candidate is not decided by adding up the total votes of the entire population, but rather, each state has a weight and importance in the elections. In each region, the votes of the electoral race are counted, and the winning candidate takes, without the possibility of a split, all the electors of the State, that is, all the representatives who will later vote to choose between Trump and Harris. The number of electors in each state is based on the size of the population, and in the case of Wisconsin, there are 10.

Who is Eric Hovde, the Republican candidate in Wisconsin.

Hovde, 60, is a banking magnate and real estate executive who is running for the Wisconsin Senate for the second time. He tried in 2012, when he finished behind Tommy Thompson in the primary. Hovde himself considered running against Baldwin in 2018, but backed out. Now he's back in the race.

He runs two West Coast-based companies: H Bancorp and its primary subsidiary, Sunwest Bank. His main goals are to rein in federal government spending, crack down on immigrant border crossings and overhaul the health care system with the goal of reducing cuts.

Who is Tammy Baldwin, the Democratic candidate in Wisconsin?

Baldwin, 62, will seek her third term in the Senate. In November 2012, she became the first openly gay person to win a Senate seat. Previously, from January 1999 to January 2013, she was a Member of the House of Representatives.

She was first elected to political office in 1986, when she was just 24 years old. Baldwin has been instrumental in and fought campaigning to preserve access to abortion, strengthen Wisconsin's manufacturing sector, reduce drug prices and support veterans.

A state that has been varying its vote in recent elections.

Wisconsin was one of the three states of the so-called “blue wall”, along with Michigan and Pennsylvania, that made Donald Trump cement much of his victory in 2016 by a narrow margin after almost thirty years being totally Democrat. Four years later, in 2020, Democrat Joe Biden won all three states back for the Democrats with a margin in Wisconsin of about 20,000 votes out of nearly 3.3 million cast.

Wisconsin Polls for US Election 2024: Trump vs. Harris

In 2020, Joe Biden won the electoral vote in Wisconsin by 49.5% against Donald Trump, who obtained 48.8% of the votes. The state of Wisconsin is considered one of the swing states, which may be key for Harris, who would win the victory over Trump in the latest polls: 47.3% for the Democrat against 46.5% for Donald Trump.

Maximum equality in a key state

Wisconsin is one of the most important states in U.S. Elections. The margin of victory was less than one percentage point in the 2000, 2004, 2016 and 2020 elections. Something similar is expected to happen in this year's elections. However, in Wisconsin the recounts are not automatic and it is very likely that one will have to wait until the end of the recount to know the winner.

Why is Wisconsin considered a swing state?

Wisconsin is one of the states where the vote has traditionally been most divided between Republicans and Democrats. Despite having only 10 representatives in the Electoral College, far removed from some other States with many more electors, Wisconsin is part of one of the essential groups to decide whether it will be Trump or Harris who will come out the winner of the Elections. This is precisely because it is one of the points of the country where there is not a very marked voting trend, therefore the party that wins in Wisconsin will add electoral votes that may be crucial for the final result.