Bbc news america election so far
Here's a summary of the key developments in the 2020 United States presidential election so far, based on BBC News reporting:
Primaries and Caucuses:
- The Democratic Party has held a series of primaries and caucuses to select its nominee. Joe Biden has emerged as the front-runner, winning 1,934 delegates to Bernie Sanders' 1,036.
- The Republican Party has also held primaries and caucuses, with incumbent President Donald Trump winning all of them.
Key Dates:
- March 3: Super Tuesday, when 14 states held primaries and caucuses. Joe Biden won 10 states, while Bernie Sanders won 4.
- March 10: Joe Biden won the Michigan and Washington primaries, while Bernie Sanders won the Kansas and Maine caucuses.
- March 17: Joe Biden won the Arizona and Florida primaries, while Bernie Sanders won the Hawaii caucuses.
- March 24: Joe Biden won the Illinois and Ohio primaries, while Bernie Sanders won the Alaska caucuses.
- April 28: Joe Biden won the Indiana and Maryland primaries, while Bernie Sanders won the Nebraska and West Virginia primaries.
- May 19: Joe Biden won the Georgia and Kentucky primaries, while Bernie Sanders won the Oregon primary.
Key Issues:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has dominated the election campaign, with both parties focusing on their responses to the crisis.
- Economic issues, such as unemployment and trade, have also been prominent.
- Healthcare, including the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and Medicare, has been a key issue.
- Climate change and environmental policy have also been major topics.
Key Contenders:
- Democratic Party:
- Joe Biden: Former Vice President under Barack Obama, won the nomination.
- Bernie Sanders: Senator from Vermont, runner-up in the nomination contest.
- Elizabeth Warren: Senator from Massachusetts, dropped out of the race in March.
- Michael Bloomberg: Former Mayor of New York City, dropped out of the race in March.
- Republican Party:
- Donald Trump: Incumbent President, won the nomination.
Upcoming Events:
- The Democratic National Convention is scheduled for August 17-20 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- The Republican National Convention is scheduled for August 24-27 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- The general election is scheduled for November 3.
Please note that this summary is based on BBC News reporting and may not be exhaustive or up-to-date.