Biden and Trump Expected to Finalize Nominations on Tuesday

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are on track to secure their parties’ nominations for president after Tuesday’s primary voting, solidifying their positions as the presumptive nominees for the White House race ahead, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Both candidates are expected to reach the necessary delegates to exceed the nomination thresholds, a widely anticipated outcome despite concerns about their advanced age.

Democrats will hold primaries in Georgia, Mississippi, and Washington state, as well as in the Northern Mariana Islands and among U.S. citizens living abroad. Meanwhile, Republicans will have contests in Georgia, Hawaii, Mississippi, and Washington state.

The primary in Georgia will be closely watched as a critical battleground state with a narrow margin in the 2020 election, providing insights into the candidates’ appeal among key voter groups.

With Trump becoming the Republican Party’s presumptive nominee, they are set to establish a joint fundraising committee to narrow the fundraising gap with Democrats. Biden and the Democratic National Committee already have such an arrangement to allocate resources to key swing states.

The impending nominations of Biden and Trump set the stage for a historic rematch, the first since 1956. Voters face a stark choice between contrasting agendas on critical issues like the economy, foreign policy, abortion, and immigration. However, concerns remain about Trump’s willingness to challenge election results if defeated, given his allegations of electoral fraud.

Both candidates face challenges within their parties; Biden must address questions about his age and energize liberal and younger voters, while Trump aims to appeal to college-educated and suburban voters while facing legal challenges related to his presidency.

The campaign is expected to be marked by sharp rhetoric and negativity, with personal attacks likely to be prevalent. Analysts anticipate a focus on criticism rather than accomplishments, shaping a highly contentious electoral battle.

Following the primary, Trump’s campaign will shift focus to the general election, while Biden concentrates on key swing states crucial for victory. Battleground states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Georgia, North Carolina, Nevada, and Arizona will play a decisive role.

Both candidates are actively campaigning in pivotal areas, with Biden targeting states crucial for Democratic turnout post-State of the Union. The influence of demographic shifts and voter realignment in suburban regions like Atlanta and Milwaukee will be closely monitored.

Republicans face challenges in winning over suburban and college-educated voters despite making inroads with certain groups like Latinos and some Black voters. The outcome of the election will depend significantly on swing states and demographic trends.