In the state of Nebraska, President Trump is facing a tough battle to secure their five electoral votes. Despite winning the state by a large margin in the 2016 election, recent polls show that the race between Trump and Biden is much closer this time around.
Nebraska is one of two states that does not follow the winner-takes-all system when it comes to electoral votes. Instead, the state awards one vote to the winner of each congressional district, and the remaining two votes go to the overall winner of the state.
In 2016, Trump won all of Nebraska’s electoral votes, including one from the second congressional district, which includes Omaha and its suburbs. This year, however, polls indicate that the second district is up for grabs, with Biden having a slight edge over Trump.
The competitiveness of the race in Nebraska reflects the larger national trend, with Biden gaining ground in traditionally red states. Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and his overall performance as president are key issues for voters in Nebraska and across the country.
With the election quickly approaching, both campaigns are ramping up their efforts in Nebraska, hoping to secure those crucial five electoral votes. The outcome in the state could have significant implications for the overall result of the election.