The Election 2000 was a significant presidential election in the United States, primarily contested between George W. Bush, the Republican candidate, and Al Gore, the Democratic candidate. The election was notable for its close results, with the outcome hinging on the state of Florida, where Bush won by a very narrow margin. The election led to a controversial Supreme Court case, Bush v. Gore, which ultimately decided the election in favor of Bush. The court's ruling effectively ended a recount of votes in Florida, solidifying Bush's presidency despite losing the nationwide popular vote to Gore.