US Presidential Primaries 2024: Biden and Trump Sweep Four States
US President Joe Biden and his Republican rival Donald Trump emerged victorious in the presidential primaries held in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin.
Leaders Secure Nominations
According to preliminary results, both leaders have secured enough delegates to win their party’s nominations for the 2024 US Presidential Elections.
Vote for ‘Uncommitted’
In Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin, voters had the option to choose “uncommitted” to express their discontent with Biden’s stance on Israel’s conflict in Gaza. In New York, activists encouraged leaving the ballot blank as a message to President Biden.
Primary Results
- 11.5% in Connecticut and 14.9% in Rhode Island voted ‘uncommitted’ in the Democratic Party primaries.
- In Wisconsin, 9.6% opted for the ‘uninstructed delegation’.
- For the Republican primaries, uncommitted votes stood at 2.2% in Wisconsin, 2% in Rhode Island, and 4.8% in Connecticut.
Focus on Women Voters
As the 2024 general elections approach, Biden and Trump are targeting women’s issues. Biden emphasizes abortion rights, aiming to make Roe v Wade the law of the land again. Meanwhile, Trump highlights his appeal to suburban housewives, emphasizing safety.
