All articles tagged with #electionresults
Originally Published 4 months ago — by WHNT.com
Municipal elections were held across several cities in North Alabama on August 26, 2025, including races for mayor, city council, and school boards in cities like Albertville, Athens, and Florence, with results being actively tracked and reported.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A hard-right candidate has emerged victorious in the first round of Romania's presidential election, signaling a potential shift in the country's political landscape. The win highlights the growing influence of right-wing politics in Romania, as voters express dissatisfaction with the current political establishment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
The U.S. House of Representatives is facing a potential razor-thin Republican majority as five House races remain uncalled, with Democrats having a chance to flip key seats in California. Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Matt Gaetz for attorney general is controversial due to Gaetz's legal issues and potential Senate opposition. Additionally, Speaker Mike Johnson has banned transgender women from using women's bathrooms in the House, sparking debate on Transgender Day of Remembrance. Trump also announced Matthew Whitaker as the U.S. ambassador to NATO.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory highlighted significant voter shifts, particularly among Latino and urban voters, which could reshape the American political landscape. Trump made notable gains with Latino voters, especially in Florida and Texas, and improved his standing in urban areas like Detroit and Philadelphia. These shifts pose challenges for the Democratic Party, which saw its coalition fracture, struggling to maintain support in suburbs and rural areas. The results suggest a potential realignment in U.S. politics, with implications for future elections.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Democrat Ruben Gallego has won the Arizona Senate race against Republican Kari Lake, securing 49.7% of the vote compared to Lake's 48.2%, with 88% of votes counted. Gallego, a Phoenix-area congressman, will take over the seat vacated by Kyrsten Sinema. The race was marked by endorsements from key figures and focused on issues like border security, inflation, and abortion rights. Lake, a Trump ally, had strong support from former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, while Gallego was backed by the Arizona Police Association.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Democratic Senator Bob Casey has not conceded the Pennsylvania Senate race to Republican Dave McCormick, despite trailing by over 36,000 votes. Casey is relying on outstanding provisional and military ballots from Philadelphia, a strategy deemed unlikely to succeed by political insiders. McCormick's campaign has sued to ensure fair vote counting, while Casey continues to solicit donations and maintain hope for a turnaround. The race remains within the margin for an automatic recount, though major outlets have called it for McCormick.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
In a surprising 2024 election outcome, Donald Trump not only secured a significant Electoral College victory but is also on track to win the popular vote, marking a historic shift in voter demographics. Key factors in Trump's win included economic dissatisfaction, increased support from white voters, and a notable gender divide, with Trump gaining substantial backing from Latino and younger male voters. Despite higher female voter turnout, Kamala Harris struggled to offset Trump's gains. The election highlighted ongoing challenges for Democrats, particularly in appealing to working-class voters, as they face a period of introspection to regain lost ground.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
As the U.S. heads into Election Night, the speed of determining the presidential winner will depend on how quickly ballots are counted and the closeness of the race. While ballot counting is expected to be faster than in 2020 due to fewer mail-in ballots and improved laws in states like Michigan, close margins could delay projections. Key swing states like Arizona, Georgia, and Nevada have varying timelines for reporting results, with some states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin lacking preprocessing capabilities, potentially slowing their counts. Overall, results may be known sooner than in 2020, but patience is advised.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Axios
The 2024 U.S. presidential election between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is in a dead heat, with polls closed in key battleground states like Nevada, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. The outcome, which could reshape the federal government depending on which party controls Congress, remains undecided due to varying ballot-counting rules and a high volume of absentee ballots. Both campaigns have prepared legal teams for potential post-election challenges, echoing concerns from the 2020 election. Harris aims to make history as the first woman of Black and South Asian descent to win the presidency, while Trump seeks a return to the White House amid a contentious political climate.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NewsNation Now
NewsNation is offering comprehensive real-time election coverage for the 2024 elections, including the presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, key Senate and House races, and various state ballot initiatives. Results, powered by Decision Desk HQ, can be tracked on NewsNationNow.com and the NewsNation app, providing state-by-state insights and expert analysis on the implications of the outcomes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The New York Times has updated its terms of service and privacy policy, urging users to review these changes. This update coincides with the release of election results and the use of the Times' election needle, a tool for analyzing voting data. Users are reminded that by continuing to use the service, they agree to the new terms.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Detroit Free Press
Most polling locations in Michigan closed at 8 p.m. Eastern Time for the state's presidential primary election, with some locations in the Upper Peninsula closing an hour later. Results for the Democratic and Republican presidential primaries, as well as local issues, are being tallied. Republican voters chose between Donald Trump and Nikki Haley, while Joe Biden faced minimal opposition in the Democratic primary. Michigan voters also had the option to vote "uncommitted" in the Democratic primary, with delegates potentially being awarded based on the results. Real-time election results can be found on Freep.com.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has been declared the winner of the recent election with over 70% of the vote amid opposition claims of voting irregularities and demands for a rerun. The election was marred by logistical issues, and the validity of the results has been questioned by opposition candidates and civil society groups. The second and third place candidates, Moise Katumbi and Martin Fayulu, received 18% and 5% of the vote, respectively. The final results are pending confirmation by the constitutional court, with the inauguration scheduled for the end of January. Meanwhile, incidents of violence and protests have been reported, reflecting the country's history of disputed elections and lack of confidence in its institutions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected as the president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid allegations of election fraud by opposition candidates. The election commission announced Tshisekedi's victory with 73.34% of the vote, but opposition leaders have rejected the results, calling the elections a sham and urging supporters to protest. They demand new elections with a revised electoral body, while the government has dismissed the idea of a rerun.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Preliminary results from the Democratic Republic of Congo's election indicate President Félix Tshisekedi is poised for a second term with a substantial lead, amidst opposition claims of vote rigging and widespread logistical issues. Despite the reported problems, such as late-opening polling stations and malfunctioning voting machines, election officials maintain the results reflect the people's will. The opposition has expressed skepticism about the integrity of the process, and it remains uncertain if they will legally contest the results. The final results are expected soon, with the Constitutional Court set to announce them officially by January 10, 2024.