Early Voting Begins Nationwide for 2024 Election

Voting activity in the U.S. is ramping up as absentee ballots are mailed out in states like Wisconsin and North Carolina, while early voting begins in Illinois. In Wisconsin, 4,700 absentee ballot requests have been made in West Allis, with ballots set to be sent out amid legal uncertainties surrounding Robert Kennedy Jr.'s candidacy. Meanwhile, Illinois will start early voting next week, allowing registered voters to cast their ballots 40 days prior to the general election. North Carolina has also faced delays due to legal challenges but is now set to send out absentee ballots for military and overseas voters. The shift to extended voting periods is changing campaign dynamics, requiring candidates to maintain engagement over a longer timeframe. This trend of early voting is expected to continue growing, offering voters greater flexibility but also presenting new challenges for campaigns.