States such as Illinois, North Dakota, Florida, and Michigan all started Early voting The process for the 2024 elections continues on Thursday.
Here’s a complete breakdown of the elections in each state and how to vote.
Michigan is one of the most competitive states this cycle
Michigan shocked the nation in 2016 when it backed former President Trump by 0.23 points, or just 10,704 votes.
Since then, the state has worked for Democrats, including President Biden’s nearly 3-point win, the election and re-election of Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and a three-way victory for state Gov. Jay Inslee in the last midterm elections.
Still, this will be a competitive race. Recent high-quality polls have Harris leading by 2 to 5 points; the margin of error in each case is within 5 points.
Democrats do well in the southeastern part of the state, and Biden was able to win in 2020 by bringing out black voters and making gains in the Detroit metro area. Flipping Kent County, home to Grand Rapids and a representative mix of urban, suburban and rural votes, was also key to his victory. Trump will need to take it back to win statewide in 2024.
Michigan’s population grew by 2% over the past decade, with the growth concentrated in the Grand Rapids area. Since then, the state has seen a decline, especially in Detroit.
The Great Lakes state will also vote for a new senator after Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow decided not to run for re-election this year. House Representative Elissa Slotkin is hoping to keep the seat in Democratic hands and has an edge in the competitive race. She faces GOP candidate and former Representative Mike Rogers.
Both presidential And management committee Both of these castes are placed in the Lean D category in the Fox News Power Rankings.
Key downballot races in today’s early voting states
Among the states where early voting begins today are four competitive U.S. House elections in Illinois and Michigan:
- Michigan’s 7th district: Slotkin is vacating this south central Michigan district, which she won by a margin of 5.4 points in the midterm elections. This year, it’s a battle between two former state senators; Democrat Curtis Hertel and Republican Tom Barrett. The race is a toss-up Fox News Power Rankings,
- Michigan’s 8th district: Next door, the 8th District also has no incumbent. Rep. Dan Kildee is retiring after 12 years in the House, making this a race between Democratic state Sen. Kristen MacDonald Rivet and Republican businessman Paul Jung. The seat includes Flint and the Tri-Cities area, so winning the working-class vote will be key. This one is also a toss-up Power Rankings,
- Michigan’s 10th districtRepublican incumbent Rep. John James has an edge in the 10th District; he faces Democrat Carl Marlinga, a former judge and prosecutor. The district includes southern Macomb County and Rochester. Maintaining the outer suburban vote there will be key to a GOP victory. It’s a Lean R Race.
- Illinois’s 17th district: In northwestern Illinois, Democratic Rep. Eric Sorensen won the seat by a four-point margin in 2022 and is running for a second term. This time he faces Republican Judge Joe McGraw. Sorensen has an edge in the Quad Cities-area district. The race is ranked Lean D On power rankings.
How to vote in Illinois?
This is a guide to registration and early voting. For detailed and up-to-date information on voter eligibility, procedures and deadlines, please visit here vote.gov and election website for Illinois.
vote by mail
Absentee voting began in Illinois on Thursday. Applicants do not need to provide an excuse to receive a ballot. The state must receive the ballot application by October 31, and that ballot must be submitted to state officials by November 5.
Early in-person voting
In-person voting also began in Illinois on Thursday, and will continue through Nov. 5.
Voter Registration
Illinois residents can register to vote online until Oct. 20. They can register by mail until Oct. 8, and they can register in person any time during early voting or on Election Day.
How to vote in North Dakota?
This is a guide to registration and early voting. For detailed and up-to-date information on voter eligibility, procedures and deadlines, please visit here vote.gov and election website for North Dakota.
vote by mail
Absentee voting began in North Dakota on Thursday. Applicants do not need to provide an excuse to receive a ballot. The state must receive the ballot application by November 4, and that ballot must be delivered to state officials by November 4.
Early in-person voting
In-person voting began in some North Dakota counties on Thursday. Others started later or had no voting at all. Check State Website For more information.
Voter Registration
All eligible citizens can vote in North Dakota elections without pre-registration.
Early voting began in four states on Thursday.
How to vote in Florida?
This is a guide to registration and early voting. For detailed and up-to-date information on voter eligibility, procedures and deadlines, please visit here vote.gov and election website For Florida.
vote by mail
Absentee voting began in Florida on Thursday. Applicants do not need to provide an excuse to receive a ballot. The state must receive the ballot application by October 24, and that ballot must be delivered to state officials by November 5.
Early in-person voting
In-person voting start dates in Florida vary by county. Check State Website For more information.
Voter Registration
Florida residents can register to vote online, in person, or by mail until October 7.
How to vote in Michigan?
This is a guide to registration and early voting. For detailed and up-to-date information on voter eligibility, procedures and deadlines, please visit here vote.gov and election website for Michigan.
vote by mail
Absentee voting began in Michigan on Thursday. Applicants do not need to provide an excuse to receive a ballot. The state must receive the ballot application by November 1, and that ballot must be delivered to state officials by November 5.
Early in-person voting
In-person voting start dates vary by county in Michigan. Check State Website For more information.
Voter Registration
Michigan residents can register to vote online or by mail until Oct. 21. They can also register in person any time during early voting or on Election Day.
