2024 Presidential Election: Key Facts and Dates to Know

Primary Elections and Caucuses

What are they and why are they important?

Each of the 50 US States, the District of Columbia, and territories of the United States holds either primary elections or caucuses to help nominate individual candidates to represent each party in the presidential election.

Primary election schedule

In some states, presidential primaries are conducted on one date, while primaries for other offices are conducted later in the year. To stay updated on the latest election news, you can check Politico's coverage of 2024 primary races for President.

Important Dates

Track key dates

To stay informed about the upcoming election, it's helpful to be aware of important calendar dates. These dates include primaries, caucuses, conventions, and other key events. You can find a comprehensive list of calendar dates on 270towin.

Kamala Harris' Running Mate

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota as her running mate. Walz brings to the ticket a Midwestern appeal and a strong track record of leadership in his home state.