Kamala Harris Underperforms in Key Michigan Precincts

Vice President Kamala Harris underperformed in key demographics and precincts during the 2024 election, notably at Michigan State University where she received only 74.52% of votes compared to President Biden's 78.19% in 2020, and significantly lower than Governor Whitmer's 86.33% in 2022. Despite a star-studded campaign finale in Pennsylvania, her campaign has been seen as the underdog, reminiscent of Hillary Clinton's 2016 defeat despite winning the popular vote. Polls indicate that Harris is trailing Biden's 2020 support among black voters, particularly black men in Georgia, where she is approximately 13 points behind. Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney noted that Harris might win Virginia but is still underperforming relative to her party's expectations. As Harris campaigned across battleground states, she attempted to rally support with high-profile endorsements and events, but the election results suggest challenges in retaining the coalition that benefited Democrats in previous elections. Overall, Harris's campaign reflects a struggle to replicate the success of her predecessors in critical voter demographics and states.