2020 Election Competitive States

This isn’t a popularity contest™

This electoral map shows those states decided by 10% or less in popular vote in the 2020 election. Use it as a starting point to create and share your 2024 presidential election forecast.

14 states, along with one district in each of Maine and Nebraska met this criteria. This is down from 17 states in 2016 as Colorado, New Mexico and Virginia exited the list. ME-2, decided by just over 10% in 2016, was added.

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Headlines

Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell to Retire at End of Term

February 20, 2025

Currently second in seniority to Chuck Grassley, the 83 year old Republican will not seek an 8th term

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February 15, 2025

Two vacancies in the Senate of each state will be filled Saturday

Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith Not Seeking Reelection in 2026

February 13, 2025

She becomes the second Democratic Senator to retire this cycle

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February 7, 2025

The midterm election is shaping up to be another closely-contested battle for control of the chamber

Overview and Live Results: Florida Special Congressional Primaries

January 28, 2025

The Republican nominees that emerge will be heavily favored in special elections to be held on April 1