Donald Trump secured a decisive victory in 2024, sweeping all swing states and defeating Kamala Harris by substantial margins. Polls had predicted a close race, but Harris underperformed even Biden’s 2020 results. Her campaign, rushed and marred by shifting policies, struggled to resonate with voters, particularly in swing states. Mainstream media’s attacks on Trump only fueled his alternative media rise, appealing to minority voters disillusioned with Democrats. Trump’s clear policy stances and minority outreach contrasted sharply with Harris’s unclear positions, leaving her vulnerable. The race highlighted persistent societal divides, with Harris’s identity perceived as a barrier for some voters.