US elections: Kamala Harris, Donald Trump make final pitch to voters as historic campaigns draw to a close

Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump spent the final full day of campaigning in critical swing states. Harris focused on Pennsylvania, while Trump held rallies in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Michigan, making a final push for support. (Image credit: AP)

As of Monday, more than 78 million Americans had cast their votes, according to the University of Florida's Election Lab. This includes early and mail-in voting, reflecting the high level of early engagement in the 2024 presidential election. (Image credit: Reuters)

Vice President Harris spent her day holding five rallies in Pennsylvania, with her final rally scheduled late in Philadelphia. Pennsylvania is considered one of the most crucial battleground states, along with Michigan, for the outcome of the election. (Image credit: AP)

Donald Trump held rallies in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Michigan on the final day of campaigning. Michigan, a key state from 2016, was particularly significant, as Trump aimed to secure it again after it flipped to Biden in 2020. (Image credit: AP)

In her campaign speeches, Kamala Harris did not directly name Donald Trump for the second consecutive day. Her focus remained on rallying support and promoting her vision for America, emphasizing unity and collective strength. (Image credit: Reuters)

Donald Trump encouraged his supporters to vote, framing the upcoming election as a historic event. He used the phrase "Make America Great Again" to emphasize his campaign's central message and urged turnout for a decisive victory. (Image credit: AP)

According to a recent ABC News/Ipsos poll, Harris was slightly ahead nationally, but Trump held a lead in some key battleground states. The race was deadlocked in Pennsylvania, highlighting the significance of swing states in the election's outcome.

Kamala Harris framed the election as a fight to protect fundamental freedoms, constitutional values, and women’s rights. Her campaign message emphasized safeguarding the nation's democracy and ensuring equal rights for all citizens. (Image credit: Reuters)

Donald Trump highlighted his vision for rebuilding the US economy and addressing illegal immigration. His campaign centered on promises to restore economic growth and strengthen national security, aiming to appeal to working-class voters. (Image credit: AP)

With Election Day just around the corner, both campaigns exuded confidence. Trump told supporters in North Carolina that the race was "ours to win," while Harris emphasized a "new generation of leadership" and expressed certainty of victory in the election.