More Than 300,000 Montanans Have Already Voted in 2024 Election
Turnout Soars As Early Voting Continues
HELENA, Mont. — More than 300,000 Montanans have already cast their ballots in the 2024 election, according to the Secretary of State's Office. That's more than double the number of people who had voted at this point in the 2020 election.
Early Voting Surges
Early voting began in Montana on Oct. 17, and it has been met with strong turnout. As of Monday, Oct. 24, more than 300,000 Montanans had voted, either in person or by mail. That's up from the 150,000 people who had voted at this point in the 2020 election.
The surge in early voting is likely due to a number of factors, including the increased availability of mail-in voting and the growing popularity of early voting in general. In 2020, more than half of all votes were cast before Election Day.
Tight Races Expected
The 2024 election is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent history. The race for governor is particularly close, with incumbent Republican Greg Gianforte facing a challenge from Democratic challenger Mike Cooney.
Other races to watch include the races for U.S. Senate and the Montana Legislature. Democrats are hoping to gain control of the state Senate, while Republicans are hoping to maintain their majority.
Get Out the Vote
With the election just over two weeks away, both parties are urging their supporters to get out and vote. Early voting is a great way to make sure your voice is heard, and it's more convenient than ever to cast your ballot.
If you haven't already voted, please make a plan to do so before Election Day on Nov. 8. Your vote is important, and it can make a difference.
Key Points
- More than 300,000 Montanans have already voted in the 2024 election.
- Early voting began in Montana on Oct. 17, and it has been met with strong turnout.
- The 2024 election is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent history.
- Both parties are urging their supporters to get out and vote.
- Early voting is a great way to make sure your voice is heard, and it's more convenient than ever to cast your ballot.
