WASHINGTON (Reuters) – On Super Tuesday, 14 states, one U.S. territory and Democrats living abroad will vote in contests to pick the party’s challenger to President Donald Trump in November.
“I Voted” stickers in various languages are seen in a basket at an early voting site at The California Museum in Sacramento, California, U.S., March 2, 2020. REUTERS/Gabriela Bhaskar
Here is a quick look at what is happening on the ground.
CALIFORNIA
Delegate count: 415
The polls close at 11 p.m. EST (0400 GMT Wednesday).
California will be one of the most closely watched states on Tuesday. Senator Bernie Sanders will look to drive up big margins and amass an unsurmountable lead in delegates. Vice President Joe Biden will try to remain close enough to prevent a blowout.
TEXAS
Delegate count: 228
The polls close at 8 p.m. EST (0100 GMT Wednesday).
Biden is banking on a late surge in Texas, where his campaign has invested most heavily for Super Tuesday. The state’s more moderate electorate could boost Biden, although fellow moderate Mike Bloomberg has tried to cut into his advantage there.
NORTH CAROLINA
Delegate count: 110
The polls close at 7: 30 p.m. EST (0030 GMT Wednesday).
Biden’s big win in South Carolina was fueled by his overwhelming advantage among black voters. He is hoping to continue to ride support from minority voters to a victory in this delegate-rich neighboring state.
VIRGINIA
Delegate count: 99
The polls close at 7 p.m. EST (0000 GMT).
Virginia has been trending more liberal in recent elections. Bloomberg has invested heavily there, flooding televis