CNN —
The 2024 presidential race is heating up, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump gearing up for a critical debate. As ballots in key swing states begin to be mailed out, both campaigns are intensifying their efforts in battleground territories.
With a focus on important states, Harris and Trump are strategizing their campaign approaches. Early voting is set to start soon, with the first ballots to be cast in North Carolina. Harris is expanding her reach, particularly in the Sun Belt region, while Trump is concentrating on the Upper Midwest states.
As the race tightens, both candidates are preparing for a pivotal debate on September 10. The outcome of this debate could prove to be crucial in shaping the 2024 election. Polls indicate a close competition between Harris and Trump, with both candidates vying for support across various demographics.
Amid policy discussions and campaign promises, the stage is set for a showdown between the two contenders as the race for the White House enters a critical phase.
CNN’s Daniel Strauss, Steve Contorno, Aaron Pellish, Ali Main, Ebony Davis, Priscilla Alvarez and Kit Maher contributed to this report.