The exact number of people who voted in the presidential election is not yet known, but it is estimated that over 150 million people cast their ballots.
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This year's presidential election saw a record number of Americans make their voices heard through the ballot box. According to the United States Election Project, an estimated 159 million people voted in the 2020 election. That represents a 66.5% voter turnout rate, the highest since 1900.
The surge in turnout was fueled by several factors, including record levels of early voting and mail-in ballots due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The election also saw a burst of enthusiasm among young voters, with the turnout rate among 18 to 29-year-olds hitting its highest level since 1972.
The high voter turnout is a testament to the importance of our democracy and the power of citizens to shape the future of our country. It also serves as a reminder that every vote counts - and that inaction could have serious consequences.