Staff Reports
In a BIG primary coverage rewrite, Voters in 16 states and one U.S. territory are heading to the polls on Tuesday for what is set to be the biggest primary election night of the 2024 cycle. It’s going to be EPIC! The elections will basically decide who the candidates will be for both Republicans and Democrats, with about one-third of the delegates at stake on Super Tuesday night. There are 854 delegates up for grabs for Republican candidates former President Donald Trump and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley. Meanwhile, a whopping 1,420 delegates are in play for Democrats. Get your popcorn ready!
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President Joe Biden is leading his Democratic challengers, but he won’t quite meet the 1,215-delegate threshold needed to clinch his party’s nomination by the end of Super Tuesday. The earliest he can be named nominee is March 19, according to projections by the Associated Press. The top race to watch on Tuesday is the showdown between Trump and Haley as she tries to put a wrench in the former president’s plans for securing the GOP nomination. However, the earliest Trump could lock in the nomination is March 12, so it’s gonna be a nail-biter. Trump is all set to win most, if not all, states up for grabs on Tuesday, which could be a knockout punch to Haley’s long-shot bid.
All eyes will be on Haley after Super Tuesday to see if she’ll drop her campaign. Grab your binoculars because this is going to be a show. Now, let’s take a wild ride through the races to keep an eye on as polls begin to close at different times.
Iowa is up first, and President Joe Biden easily won the caucuses, leaving challengers Rep. Dean Phillips and Marianne Williamson in the dust. Only Democrats are voting in Iowa after Republicans did their thing last month. Iowa, the first-in-the-nation caucuses host, has been shaken up a bit. The Associated Press called the race in Biden’s favor, and he’s leading with 90.9%. But wait, some Democratic voters opted for the “uncommitted” option to protest Biden’s policies regarding the Israel war. Interesting move!
Next up is Vermont, where both Democrats and Republicans will cast their ballots. Turnout could favor Haley if Democrats and independents choose to boost her bid against Trump. It’s gonna be tight!
Virginia is a true battleground, with both Democrats and Republicans heading to the polls. Virginia doesn’t have party registration, meaning Democratic voters could opt to vote in the GOP primary instead. Haley’s best performances have come in areas where Democrats have voted for her in the Republican primary, so she’s got a shot here. Virginia could be her key to a strong performance nationwide on Super Tuesday.
The wild ride continues in North Carolina, with both Democrats and Republicans voting. There’s a lot more than just the presidential race at stake here. The governor’s race is a big one to watch, and the congressional primaries will be juicy. This will be a spicy showdown!
Alabama is next, where both Democrats and Republicans will cast their ballots in the primary. With all House races up for grabs, the state is ready to rumble. Expect some intense competition here!
Next, let’s take a swing through Maine, where both Democrats and Republicans will cast their ballots. Maine will be experimenting with ranked choice voting in its primary election this year, which could shake things up. It’s a wild card and could give Haley an opening.
Massachusetts is ready to make some noise, with both Democrats and Republicans casting their ballots. Trump could win big here with a winner-takes-all system in place. Hold onto your hats, folks!
In Oklahoma, both Democrats and Republicans are on the ballot. It’s expected to be a straightforward primary night, but you never know what surprises could pop up. Let’s keep our eyes peeled!
Tennessee is ready for action, with both Democrats and Republicans casting their ballots. Trump is expected to pick up Tennessee’s delegates easily, but there’s a twist. Registered voters are permitted to cast their ballots in either primary, which could give a slight boost to Haley. Intriguing!
Now let’s mosey on over to the Texas primary, where both Democrats and Republicans will cast their ballots. The Senate primary race is what everyone’s talking about, and it’s gonna be a wild ride. Plus, All other House primaries are being held, including those to fill open seats. It’s gonna be fast and furious!
Arkansas is revving up the engines, with both Democrats and Republicans casting their ballots. The primary elections for Arkansas’s four congressional seats are on the ballot, and it’s gonna be a showdown.
Next, we head to Colorado, where both Democrats and Republicans will cast their ballots. Trump secured a major win here, but there’s a twist after a ruling regarding his ballot status. It’s gonna be an interesting one!
Minnesota is up next, with both Democrats and Republicans casting their ballots. This is the home state of Democratic candidate Dean Phillips, and a loss here could spell trouble for him. Big decisions are being made here!
Utah is ready for some caucus chaos, with both Democrats and Republicans hitting the polls. A mass text mix-up is adding some spice to the caucuses. It’s gonna be a bumpy ride!
Last but not least, we head to California, where both Democrats and Republicans are voting. It’s a HUGE showdown with a lion’s share of the delegates up for grabs. Plus, the Senate primary race to replace the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein is heating up. The excitement is off the charts!
In Alaska, only Republicans are casting their ballots in the caucuses. Sen. Lisa Murkowski’s endorsement is providing a boost to Haley, and the candidates are fighting tooth and nail for those delegates.
What a wild ride! Super Tuesday is packed with thrills and spills as the candidates battle it out for those precious delegates. Buckle up, because it’s going to be a nail-biting rollercoaster of a night!
