New York (Web Desk/Agencies): With only a week remaining until the pivotal US presidential election, both the Democratic and Republican candidates are ramping up their final campaign efforts, encouraging their supporters to cast their votes on November 5.
The race has already seen more than 41 million Americans participate in early voting, signaling a heightened sense of urgency and competition.
President Joe Biden is expected to cast his vote on election day, reinforcing the administration’s active involvement in the electoral process.
Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is directing her campaign towards crucial battleground states, particularly Michigan, where she is encountering significant opposition from Arab American communities dissatisfied with US support for Israel.
In addition, Harris has been actively engaging with voters in Pennsylvania, canvassing neighborhoods and connecting with local groups to galvanize support.
On the Republican front, former President Donald Trump is making his way to Georgia, where he plans to address a gathering of pastors and faith leaders before holding a rally.
Recently, he drew a sizable crowd at New York's Madison Square Garden, where his speech was marked by provocative commentary on immigration, featuring remarks that stirred controversy among Latino communities.
Both candidates are making concerted efforts to invigorate their voter bases.
Trump is focusing particularly on energizing evangelical voters, while Harris is positioning abortion rights as a cornerstone of her campaign narrative. He has sought to paint Harris in a negative light, labeling her as "radical" and making exaggerated claims about her stance on reproductive rights.
The electoral landscape in swing states like Georgia and Michigan is critical, with Harris attempting to connect with moderate Republicans and women voters.
However, her stance on Israel amidst ongoing civilian casualties in Gaza presents challenges, particularly in regions with substantial Muslim and Arab American populations.
This complex situation could hinder her support in Michigan, where some voters have expressed their unwillingness to back the Democratic ticket.
As both candidates make their final appeals to the electorate, the outcome of the election remains highly uncertain, hinging on their ability to mobilise their respective bases and navigate the multifaceted issues at play.
