The Economist’s forecast model suggests that the state—with its 19 electoral-college votes, the most of any swing state—is the tipping-point in 27% of the model’s updated simulations, meaning it decides the election more often than any other state.

Factors like demographics and turnout in this group of counties could play critical roles in the outcome of this year’s race for the White House.

The countdown to the 2024 Presidental Election is approaching and before you get ready to vote, here are some key factors to know.

Pennsylvania has been projected to be the most important battleground state for the US presidential election of 2024. Due to its significant influence and track record of determining election outcomes,