Early Voting Sees Record Turnout in Ohio

Early voting is underway in both Tennessee and Ohio, with significant participation reported. In Tennessee, 820,587 voters have cast their ballots early, reflecting a 9.91% decrease from 2020, but an increase from 2016. In Ohio, over 875,000 residents have voted early, with an average of 2,000 voters daily visiting Board of Elections offices. Tennessee's early voting is highlighted by a 31.5% increase in Dekalb County, while Shelby County saw a 37.32% decrease. In the political landscape, Tennessee voters are deciding on U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn's re-election against Gloria Johnson, while Donald Trump leads Kamala Harris in polls. Ohio's early voting enthusiasm is marked by voters seeking to avoid lines and manage their schedules ahead of Election Day.