Trump's campaign believes internal surveys indicate both states are in play, while Biden's campaign sees an opportunity in North Carolina.
Former President Donald Trump's campaign is confident they can sweep the 2024 election, including victories in traditionally Democratic states like Minnesota and Virginia. This optimism stems from internal surveys presented at a closed-door Republican National Committee retreat, which show Trump narrowly leading President Biden in both states.
Trump's campaign advisers, Susie Wiles, Chris LaCivita, and Tony Fabrizio, highlighted these surveys, emphasizing that "Minnesota & Virginia are clearly in play." They believe Trump has the potential to flip both states in his favor, thereby securing key electoral votes.
Trump Eyes Virginia and Minnesota as Battlegrounds in 2024
Virginia, in particular, is a target for Trump's campaign. The state has voted for Democratic presidential candidates in every election since 1964, but a recent Fox News poll indicates a close race between Biden and Trump, with both candidates receiving 48% support in a head-to-head matchup.
Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin has also expressed his belief that Virginia is in play, stating that "Virginia looks like it's in play and that's pretty exciting." Youngkin will join Trump at a campaign rally next week, fueling speculation about his potential as a running mate.
Trump Eyes Virginia and Minnesota as Battlegrounds in 2024
Biden, on the other hand, is focusing on North Carolina, a state he lost by a narrow margin in 2020. The president has ramped up his campaign efforts in the state, visiting four times this year and running ads on television. Biden's campaign sees an opportunity in North Carolina, given the large number of new residents who have moved to the state since the 2020 election.
Political experts like Michael Bitzer, chair of the politics department at Catawba College, believe that Biden's campaign can be successful in North Carolina if they invest in ground operations to increase voter turnout. However, they also acknowledge that registered Republicans have a higher turnout rate than registered Democrats, which could pose a challenge for Biden.
Trump Eyes Virginia and Minnesota as Battlegrounds in 2024
As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, both Trump and Biden are engaging in aggressive campaigning, with both sides expressing confidence in their chances of victory. The outcome of the election remains uncertain, but the latest polling and campaign strategies suggest a competitive race in several key battleground states.
