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2024 US Election: An Hour-by-Hour Guide
The 2024 US Presidential election is expected to be close, with key battleground states and control of Congress at stake. An hour-by-hour guide to Election Night is provided.
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- When will the 2024 US Presidential election take place?
- The 2024 US Presidential election will be held on Tuesday, with Kamala Harris and Donald Trump as the main candidates. The race has been close, and the results will determine not only the presidency but also control of Congress.
- What is the schedule of poll closures on election night?
- Polls will close in various states at different times throughout the day, starting in eastern Kentucky and Indiana at 6pm ET and ending in Hawaii and most of Alaska at 12am ET. Early results from states like Georgia and Florida will offer initial clues about the outcome.
- What is at stake besides the presidency in this election?
- Control of the Senate is also at stake, with competitive races in states such as Ohio, West Virginia, and Montana. The results in these states could shift the balance of power in the Senate.
- Which states are considered key battleground states in this election?
- Key battleground states to watch include Georgia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The outcome in these states will likely be decisive in determining the winner of the presidential race.
- How long might it take to determine a final winner of the presidential race?
- The outcome of the election is expected to be close, and it may take some time for a final winner to be declared, potentially even days after the polls close, similar to the 2020 election.