Joe Biden and Donald Trump won their Michigan primaries, signaling strong support within their parties, as CNN projects.
Trump led with 68% of votes, leaving Nikki Haley with 26%. Biden, facing minor opposition, is likely to be the Democratic nominee.
His stance on the Gaza Strip caused some to protest the vote, but he still got 81% support.
Michigan’s unpredictable politics make it key for presidential hopefuls. Trump’s 2016 win there was crucial, but Biden reclaimed it in 2020, altering the race’s outcome.
For Republicans, this primary determined 16 out of 55 delegates. The party will decide on the remaining 39 at a March 2 convention.
Trump’s victory here adds to his series of primary wins, setting the stage for upcoming contests in Missouri and Idaho.
Primaries and caucuses across states kickstart the U.S. election, selecting nominees for the November 5 general election.
Each state’s rules vary, using either traditional ballots or caucuses for this purpose. The focus in U.S. elections is on delegate majorities, not the popular vote.
Super Tuesday, when 16 states and one territory vote, is a critical day in the primaries, ending on June 8 with votes in Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Voting is a right, not a duty, in the U.S., reflecting the voluntary nature of participation.
Biden and Trump Secure Michigan Primary Wins
With 538 delegates, the Electoral College elects the U.S. President and Vice President. Winning requires at least 270 electoral votes.
Election night projections precede the Electoral College’s official December vote. Certification happens on January 6, 2025, leading to the January 20 inauguration.
This process underscores the indirect method of electing national leaders, emphasizing the importance of each state’s delegate allocation in shaping the election’s outcome.