Harris’ loss and Trump’s stunning comeback in the 2024 election; Factors that affected voters | N18G

Kamala Harris gave a concession speech on November 6, 2024, following her loss to Republican Donald Trump in the presidential race. While acknowledging the nation’s sense of uncertainty, she called for optimism and faith. Harris became the Democratic nominee after Joe Biden withdrew, but despite bringing excitement and fundraising to the campaign, she has struggled to address voters’ concerns about the economy and immigration. Trump’s improved performance in key battleground states, along with a sense of nostalgia for the pre-COVID economy, contributed to her defeat. Harris also faced time-limited challenges, having only 100 days to mount a national campaign. Political pundit Andra Gillespie noted Harris’ relative lack of recognition compared to Trump and the difficulties of moving away from the unpopular Biden administration. Future research could explore whether gender stereotypes and sexism played a role in the outcome of the election, specifically how voters perceived Harris.