In a bold prediction that’s making waves, former Bill Clinton campaign adviser Dick Morris says Donald Trump is on course for an “absolute wipeout” victory in the 2024 presidential election, with Trump potentially securing a decisive electoral landslide against Kamala Harris.
A Landslide in the Making
During a recent appearance on “The Jeff Katz Show,” Morris laid out his bold forecast. “I think Trump is going to win, and I don’t think it’s going to be that close. I think he’ll win the popular vote narrowly, but that will translate into an electoral landslide,” Morris told Katz, emphasizing that Trump’s victory could replicate or even surpass his performance in 2016, when he defeated Hillary Clinton despite her narrow edge in the popular vote.
The seasoned strategist believes Trump is on track to secure critical swing states, saying, “I think Trump is going to carry all of the swing states, with the possible exception of Wisconsin.” Morris’s prediction highlights key battlegrounds, including Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, as likely wins for Trump.
More Than Just a Victory?
According to Morris, the path to 2024 isn’t just about winning the presidency; it’s about setting the stage for a commanding Republican sweep. Katz, sharing his own insights, suggested that Virginia might surprise everyone by flipping Republican. Morris agreed, adding that states like Virginia and possibly even Minnesota could go to Trump. “With those kinds of numbers, I think Trump is going to win about 360 electoral votes, and Harris is going to win about 100 electoral votes. So it’ll be an absolute wipeout,” Morris stated.
In a Senate prediction, Morris suggested a strong performance down the ballot. When Katz inquired if Trump’s success would extend to securing a Republican majority in Congress,
Morris confidently noted, “I think he’ll clearly keep the House and probably add five or 10 seats to the margin.”
For the Senate, he highlighted opportunities in critical races across West Virginia, Montana, and Ohio, emphasizing that Trump’s performance could carry Republican victories in these states.
Senate Race Dynamics
Further breaking down Senate projections, Morris addressed polling trends in Michigan and Wisconsin, describing them as “very positive” for Trump. However, he cautioned, “I’m not sure he’ll win those states. He’ll come very close, and he may well win them,” showing a hint of caution as he discussed those key states.
With many Senate races, Morris observed a common trend: Democratic incumbents polling under 50%. “It’s important to understand that in a Senate race, that if your opponent is under 50%, which most of these incumbents are, the undecided usually breaks against,” Morris said. He likened the situation to a marriage on the rocks: “If you’re undecided, it’s like saying you can’t be married to the same woman next year.” This, he argues, signals dissatisfaction with current Democratic leaders in those races, adding that Republicans could gain five to six seats if the undecided vote swings in their favor.
Why It All Comes Down to Trump
For Morris, the key takeaway is that if Trump wins, the Republican Party has the control it needs, even if they don’t win every contested Senate seat. As he explained, “The point is that if Trump wins, we’ve got control even if we don’t pick up another seat, even if we lose West Virginia.” Notably, he pointed to Sen. JD Vance (Ohio), Trump’s vice-presidential pick, as an automatic Republican vote in the Senate.
Addressing criticism of Trump’s persona, Morris dismissed Harris’s portrayal of Trump as an “elite billionaire,” saying, “Trump looks great.” Morris maintains that this framing attempt falls flat and won’t deter voters from supporting Trump in the polls.
As the 2024 race heats up, Morris’s confidence in Trump’s chances paints a vivid picture of what Republicans might hope to achieve. With predictions of an “absolute wipeout” ringing in political circles, all eyes will be on these swing states as the nation waits for November 2024.
