U.S. Early Voting Trends and Key Issues Emerge

With just over a week until the 2024 U.S. presidential election, early voting has seen a significant turnout, with over 40 million Americans casting their votes. Early voting turnout is particularly high in states like Wisconsin, where more than 380,000 ballots were cast in the first four days. The demographic of early voters skews towards older individuals, with those aged 65 and above making up 44% of early voters. In states where party registration is available, approximately 40% of early voters are Democrats, 36% Republicans, and 23% are independents or minor party affiliates. Key issues driving voters in this election include inflation and immigration, as noted by voters in places like Fairfax County and Long Island. Both Trump and Harris supporters are actively engaging with voters outside polling stations, emphasizing the close nature of this election.