Georgia voters are gearing up to play a pivotal role in the upcoming presidential election on November 5th, despite ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. Both Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump have visited the state in recent weeks to survey the damage and meet with affected residents and officials. The impact of the hurricane on the election and voting infrastructure remains uncertain.
Georgia remains a key battleground state after Biden became the first Democrat to win there since 1992 in the 2020 election. Trump’s attempts to overturn the results are a focal point in a criminal case in Fulton County. While the governor and U.S. senators are not up for election, all state legislature seats are on the ballot.
The state’s voting patterns, particularly in more populous Atlanta counties, will likely influence the outcome. Republican support is stronger in rural areas, while Democrats tend to perform well in urban centers. The AP is closely monitoring the election process and will only declare a winner when all scenarios have been considered.
Georgia’s voter registration numbers are high, and past elections have seen significant turnout. The state allows early and mail voting, which may impact initial results reported on election night. Georgia law requires a recount for races with a margin of 0.5% or less. The AP will continue to cover any new developments, including candidate concessions or victory declarations.
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