Negotiating the 2024 election, it has become patently clear that the institution of U.S. elections has undergone a transformative shift, one from which it may never reclaim its sense of normalcy. At the epicenter of this shift are two of the most intense partisan political figures of modern-day America - former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. As the election looms, Kamala Harris is riding on the crest of a surge in popularity that is largely attributed to an enthusiasm rooted in vibes-based appeal. Conversely, Trump's electoral journey, riddled on the one hand with fanatical support and on the other with fervent opposition, has been further complicated by the emergence of new information that purportedly paints him in a bad light. The magnitude of their personalities and the polarizing politics they represent has the potential to change the traditional landscape of U.S. elections, and consequently, American democracy. While Kamala Harris, the first woman of color to hold the vice-presidential office, stands on a platform that resonates with the liberal and diverse pockets of America, Donald Trump, a brand in himself, continues to hold sway over a significant part of the U.S. populace with his unconventional and sometimes brash approach to politics and governance. The polls, however, have remained comparatively untouched, a fact that underscores the peculiar dynamics of this forthcoming election. Neither Harris's wave of popularity nor the damaging information against Trump seem to have swung the pendulum in any decisive direction as yet. This could be indicative of the deeply entrenched partisan lines within the American electorate, with each camp holding steadfast to its loyalties and biases. Validating this theory is the fact that elections remain close no matter what each candidate throws into the ring. Despite scandals, polarizing policies, and the wildly divergent visions each candidate represents, the loyalty of their respective bases remains largely unshaken. As we march towards the 2024 election, one thing remains clear - whether it's Donald Trump or Kamala Harris who emerges victorious, the trajectory of U.S. elections has been forever altered. It's a future where the battle lines are drawn not just based on policy differences but also on personal brands, diversifying demographics, and the willingness, or lack thereof, of the electorate to cross their partisan divides. This new normal promises to make each election increasingly nuanced, complex, and unlike any other in American history. Finally, the excerpt neglects to mention Jack Smith, and without more context or information on his involvement or role in the 2024 elections or his relations with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, it is not possible to elaborate further on his relevance within this story.