Early voting surges in battleground states, Democrats lead GOP

• Early voting in North Carolina has increased by 37% compared to 2022.
• Voter turnout in several battleground states is higher than in the last midterm election.
• Democrats are leading in early voting numbers in these states.
• An Associated Press analysis shows increased voter turnout in states that could decide Senate control.
• The surge in early voting gives Democrats hope for a turnout advantage in November.