Understanding the Electoral College's Role in the 2024 Presidential Race

The Electoral College system, not the popular vote, will determine the outcome of the contest between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on November 5.

The Electoral College allocates 538 votes across the 50 states and Washington D.C., with a candidate needing 270 votes to win the presidency.
Electoral votes are distributed based on each state's congressional representation, leading to disparities in vote representation among states.
Most states use a winner-take-all approach, making battleground states crucial for candidates seeking electoral victory.
A candidate can win the presidency without winning the popular vote, as seen in previous elections with George W. Bush and Donald Trump.
The Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 clarified the process of certifying election results to prevent disputes like those seen in the 2020 election.