Election Day 2024 is 100 days away

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - There’s 100 days until Election Day and this historic race for the White House hasn’t even hit the home stretch.

The election began as a rematch of 2020 – Joe Biden v. Donald Trump. But after many twists and turns there’s a new ticket and ever-changing political landscape.

“This is probably one of the most interesting election cycles that we’ve seen probably since 84,” Rob Burgess, GOP Strategist & CEO of Connector, Inc. said.

Former President Donald Trump was officially nominated in Milwaukee at the Republican Convention, days after his failed assignation attempt. Trump picked Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate as the two look to win back the White House in November.

Trump’s platform focuses on a strong southern border, safer streets and less inflation.

“A wealthier America, a better America and greater America to the American people,” Burgess said.

On July 21st, President Joe Biden passed the political torch to his Vice President Kamala Harris. Fresh off an endorsement by former President Barack Obama, she’s quickly consolidated support while sticking with the Biden-Harris agenda.

Her platform focuses on women’s reproductive rights, strong economic numbers and the preservation of democracy are pillars of her platform.

“She brings a force and focus to the campaign in a different rhetorical style that President Biden brings,” George Washington University Professor Peter Loge said.

Harris is answering tough questions about her role on securing the Southern border. Despite good economic numbers, American’s aren’t feeling the relief.

“People don’t experience the economy,” Loge said. “They buy gas and groceries. And gas and groceries cost more now than they did even five years ago.”

For Republicans, now Donald Trump is the oldest presidential candidate ever and his rhetoric is perceived as extreme.

“A lot of what he says really activates some people,” Loge said. “It also makes people uncomfortable.”

Trump & Vance both struggle to connect with women voters.

“I don’t think it’s unable to be overcome, “Burgess said. “Suburban women always play a key role in elections.”

No debates between the two candidates are scheduled yet. But the gloves are already coming off as the two candidates fight for the Oval Office over the course of the next 100 days.