Donald Trump is on the verge of a political comeback, potentially becoming the 47th President of the United States, as he secures key swing states like Georgia and North Carolina. With Pennsylvania leaning towards Trump, the Democrats' 'blue wall' appears to be crumbling. Kamala Harris, trailing in crucial states, plans to address her supporters the following day. Meanwhile, Republicans are set to take control of the Senate, flipping seats in Ohio and West Virginia.
In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Donald Trump has secured victories in North Carolina and Georgia, and is leading in other key swing states, giving him a significant advantage over Kamala Harris. Trump has 246 electoral votes compared to Harris' 210, with 270 needed to win. The Republicans are projected to regain control of the Senate, with key wins in Ohio and West Virginia. Harris' campaign remains hopeful about the 'blue wall' states of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, but Trump currently leads in these areas. Meanwhile, referendums on abortion rights have passed in several states, while failing in Florida.
POLITICO provides an hour-by-hour guide to watching the upcoming presidential election results, highlighting key times when polls close in various states and what to expect in terms of early voting trends and exit polls. The guide emphasizes the importance of swing states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, and discusses potential outcomes for Senate control. The article notes that while the 2020 election took days to declare a winner, this year's results may be quicker, though some states like Nevada may still take time to finalize.
