The Electoral College is a body of electors established by the United States Constitution, constituted every four years for the sole purpose of electing the president and vice president of the United States. Each state is allocated a number of electors based on its total number of members in Congress (House of Representatives and Senate). The candidate who receives a majority of electoral votes (at least 270 out of 538) wins the presidency. The system has been criticized for its potential to elect a president who did not win the popular vote, as occurred in 2000 and 2016. Supporters argue that it balances the power of more populous states and ensures representation for all regions of the country.
What is the minimum number of electoral votes needed to win the presidency?
Which of the following is NOT a criticism of the Electoral College system?
How are the number of electors for each state determined?