US election like no other enters nail-biting final month

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are entering the final stretch of the highly dramatic 2024 U.S. presidential election, with both warning that the outcome will have a profound impact on the nation. The race has been filled with unexpected twists, including Harris replacing Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee and Trump surviving two assassination attempts, aiming for a White House comeback.

With the election just one month away, polls show the two candidates running neck and neck. Trump, 78, has hinted at potential unrest if he loses, referencing the chaos that followed the 2020 election. Meanwhile, the global community is closely watching, with critical issues like the Middle East's instability and Ukraine’s war with Russia hanging on U.S. leadership.

In these final weeks, Harris and Trump, along with their respective running mates—Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for the Democrats and Ohio Senator J.D. Vance for the Republicans—will focus on swing states such as Arizona, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, where the outcome will likely be decided.

Harris, with her slogan "We're Not Going Back," is campaigning to end divisive politics, emphasizing issues like abortion rights and economic opportunities. She has broken barriers as the first female, Black, and South Asian vice president, though many voters still feel unfamiliar with her.

Trump, on the other hand, remains polarizing. Despite his status as a convicted felon, his base embraces his aggressive rhetoric and his promise to "Make America Great Again," with a focus on immigration. He frames Harris as "Comrade Kamala" and pledges to tackle economic challenges and target his political enemies.

The race was shaken when Biden, after a disastrous debate against Trump, dropped out, passing the torch to Harris. This move quickly closed the polling gap between Harris and Trump. Despite Trump’s resilience, including surviving a shooting at a Pennsylvania rally, Harris has energized her campaign, drawing large crowds and significant funding.

However, Harris still sees herself as the underdog, and polls suggest the election will be a tight contest. Legal challenges or contested vote counts could delay the final result, potentially stretching the election uncertainty into January.