As the US approaches the end of 2023, familiar challenges surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and its related restrictions are once again coming to the forefront of the American public discourse.

The US city of Milwaukee last week hosted the opening Republican presidential primary debate, with coverage attracting more than 11 million viewers.

As the 2024 US presidential race is on the horizon, the Democratic National Committee finds itself facing a critical decision: Who will be its standard-bearer in the next election?