Election 2024 Live Updates: Voters Head to the Polls for Trump vs. Harris
What to Know on Election Day
As millions of Americans head to the polls today, they are poised to make a historic decision between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. The outcome of this election could lead to either the first woman being elected president or the second president in U.S. history to serve nonconsecutive terms.
The 2024 election has already seen a significant surge in early and mail-in voting, with nearly 80 million ballots cast prior to Election Day. Both candidates campaigned vigorously late into Monday evening, making a final push to rally their supporters.
Recent polling from NBC News indicates a closely contested race, characterized by a significant gender gap that could influence voter turnout and preferences. Meanwhile, Trump and his allies have been vocal in expressing doubts about the integrity of the election, promoting false or misleading claims about voter fraud reminiscent of the narratives that surfaced during the 2020 election.
In addition to the presidential race, control of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and numerous key state offices is up for grabs, along with several important ballot measures that could affect local and national policy.
Focus on Arizona
In Arizona, where the stakes are particularly high, voters in Maricopa County can expect long lines at polling stations. The county's voters will face a challenging two-page, double-sided ballot that includes 79 different contests, the number of which varies by legislative district. Additionally, Arizonans will consider 13 statewide ballot measures alongside races for the White House, Senate, House, and state legislative seats.
NBC News will provide live updates and continuous coverage of the election, featuring reports from correspondents stationed across the country. As Election Day unfolds, all eyes will be on the battleground states, particularly Arizona, which is expected to play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the election.
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