Breaking: Over 82 Million Votes Cast! Harris and Trump Make Last-Minute Appeals to America
Five people were arrested on alleged weapons charges during a traffic stop in Sullivan County. The incident happened at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, on Route 17K in the town of Bloomingburg.
Trooper Steven Nevel reported that troopers noticed a 2017 GMC Yukon traveling westbound on 17K, violating several vehicle and traffic laws.
With help from the Wallkill Police Department in Orange County, troopers pulled the vehicle over. They identified the driver as 48-year-old Albert Blowers from Rensselaer. While talking to Blowers, troopers found probable cause to search the vehicle and asked all five people to step out of the SUV.
During the search, officers discovered several illegal weapons. All five individuals were taken into custody and charged with various weapons offenses. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be released soon.
In other news, the 2024 presidential race reached its climax as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump engaged in a heated battle for Pennsylvania on Monday. Both candidates made their final appeals to voters in a state that could decide the next president.
Kamala Harris wrapped up her day in Philadelphia at the famous steps of the art museum known from the movie “Rocky.”
She told the cheering crowd, “The momentum is on our side.” Earlier, she visited Allentown, Scranton, and Pittsburgh. She also stopped in Reading to meet voters at a Puerto Rican restaurant and even went door-to-door with campaign volunteers.
“It’s the day before the election, and I just wanted to come by and say I hope to earn your vote,” Harris told one woman who had already voted for the Democratic ticket.
Harris focused on messages of hope and unity, highlighting plans for better healthcare, education, and economic recovery.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump started his day in North Carolina and ended it in Michigan, making stops in Reading and Pittsburgh along the way.
He delivered fiery speeches at each location, mixing claims about voter fraud with warnings about crime and promises to “revitalize” America.
“With your vote tomorrow, we can fix every single problem our country faces and lead America—and the whole world—to new heights of glory,” Trump told his supporters. He criticized Harris’s policies and urged his followers to show up in large numbers at the polls.
Trump’s running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance, held a rally in Atlanta. Echoing Trump’s aggressive tone, Vance declared, “We are going to take out the trash in Washington, D.C., and the trash’s name is Kamala Harris.” The Republican campaign focused on issues like law and order, immigration, and boosting the economy.
While Harris aimed for a positive message and avoided mentioning Trump by name, Trump did not hold back in attacking his opponent. The sharp differences between their campaigns highlighted the deep divisions in the country.
As of Sunday, more than 82 million Americans had already cast their votes, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab, which tracks early and mail-in voting across the United States. The high number of early voters showed strong public interest in the election and its key issues.
Election officials nationwide reported that they were ready to handle the expected large turnout on Election Day. Extra security measures were in place to ensure a safe and fair voting process.
Both campaigns deployed thousands of volunteers to encourage people to vote and to help supporters find their polling places.
Polls showed a tight race in important swing states, with Pennsylvania being one of the most critical. Experts suggested that Pennsylvania’s 20 electoral votes could be the deciding factor in the election. Voters in the state mentioned the economy, healthcare, and national unity as the top issues influencing their choices.
People around the world were also watching the U.S. election closely, understanding its impact on global affairs. International leaders expressed hopes for a peaceful and smooth outcome, no matter who wins.
In the final hours before the polls opened, both campaigns made last-minute pushes on social media, television, and radio. Ads flooded the airwaves, and candidates held virtual events to reach as many voters as possible.
As the nation awaited the results, feelings of excitement and tension filled the air. Citizens were encouraged to exercise their right to vote and make their voices heard. The outcome of this election could shape the direction of the country for years to come.