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Last updated: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 9:43AM GMT
Race for the White House 2024
Early Wednesday morning, Trump secured enough Electoral College votes to set himself up for a second presidency, including by flipping the key swing states of Georgia, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.

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It's no secret that North Carolina is one of several key battleground states. That's not lost on the presidential candidates, who along with their surrogates have been constant presences in the state for months leading up to the 2024 general election.

Democrats think they can flip North Carolina for the first time since 2008. Republicans are out to deliver the state for Trump yet again.

In the updates below, you'll find the latest information on when the major party candidates plan campaign stops in the state during these final few days counting down to Nov. 5, Election Day. You'll also find other relevant updates, quick hits and links for statewide and local races.

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Oct 20, 2024, 11:19 AM GMT

Bill Clinton visits eastern NC campaigning for Harris-Walz ticket

Former President Bill Clinton was in eastern North Carolina Saturday campaigning for VP Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz.

Over 100 people gathered at the Pitt County Democratic Headquarters to hear Clinton speak. He discussed some policies, including Harris' healthcare and economy stances.

Pitt County resident Franklin Ward said it's important for people his age to show support and vote.

Over 100 people gathered at the Pitt County Democratic Headquarters to hear the former President speak.

"This is our future," Ward said. "At the end of the day, we will be inheriting the future of our country. This is why I think everybody my age should get involved with the cause...to not only understand who you're voting for, why you're voting for them, but what they stand for."

Sunday, Clinton will be in Raleigh to lead an early vote block party with the North Carolina Democratic Party.

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Oct 20, 2024, 12:17 AM GMT

Trump to hold rally on Tuesday in Greensboro

Former President Donald Trump is set to hold a rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Doors will open at the Greensboro Coliseum on W. Gate City Blvd. at 3 p.m., and Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks at 7 p.m.

The rally will come a day after Trump stops in Greenville on Monday, Oct. 21.

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Oct 19, 2024, 5:28 PM GMT

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff to stop in NC next week

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff will be in the Triangle Tuesday to encourage North Carolinians to vote early, according to the Harris-Walz campaign.

He will participate "in hurricane relief efforts and deliver remarks at a Get Out The Vote event."

The specific location and time have not been released yet.

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Oct 19, 2024, 5:23 PM GMT

How North Carolina officials work to ensure safety and security of voters and elections

North Carolina State Board of Elections said officials across the state work to ensure the safety and security of all voters and the election process.

Several processes are in place to secure the state's elections, including voting equipment testing and the investigations division.

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