Record Early Voting Reported in Battleground States

Early voting in Georgia and other battleground states has surged, with nearly 4 million ballots expected to be cast before Election Day, leading officials to predict polling places could see significantly reduced turnout on the actual day of voting. This year's early voting has shattered previous records, reflecting a shift in Republican attitudes towards early voting, likely influenced by former President Trump's recent encouragement of early ballots. As of now, approximately 64 million people have voted early, which is over one-third of the total votes cast in 2020. Voter turnout has been diverse, with multilingual signs at polling places to accommodate various communities. The Georgia secretary of state's office estimates that around 75% of votes will be cast before Election Day. This trend suggests a potential decrease in polarization between party affiliations among early voters compared to those voting on Election Day.