Harris’ loss and Trump’s surprising comeback in the 2024 election; Factors that affected voters | N18G

Kamala Harris gave a concession speech on November 6, 2024, following her loss to Republican Donald Trump in the presidential race. While acknowledging the nation’s sense of uncertainty, he called for optimism and faith. Harris had become the Democratic nominee after Joe Biden stepped aside, but despite bringing enthusiasm and fundraising to the campaign, she struggled to address voters’ concerns about the economy and immigration. Trump’s improved performance in key battleground states, along with a sense of nostalgia for the pre-COVID economy, contributed to his defeat. Harris also faced challenges with limited time, as she only had 100 days to mount a national campaign. Political expert Andra Gillespie highlighted Harris’ relative lack of recognition compared to Trump and the difficulty in distancing herself from the unpopular Biden administration. Future research can explore whether gender stereotypes and sexism influenced the outcome of the election, particularly how voters perceived Harris.