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US Election Live Blog: Harris vs. Trump
A live blog providing updates on the US presidential election results, highlighting key states and discussing the timeline for determining the winner.
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- How long will it take to determine the winner?
- It's difficult to say definitively, as it depends on several factors. It could take days. Early results may show a Trump lead due to faster counting in rural areas, but this could shift as urban counts come in.
- When can we expect to know who won the election?
- A winner could be declared tonight, but it could also take days. Early wins will likely be in states with clear political leanings (Republican), but as counting continues, the picture may change.
- Which states are particularly important to watch?
- Georgia and North Carolina are key states to watch early on, as their mail-in ballots have already been counted. Results from these states will indicate which candidate is likely to win the presidency. Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin may take longer to report results.
- What are some of the challenges in predicting and determining election results?
- The article emphasizes that the timeline for declaring a winner is uncertain, and that early leads might be misleading. It highlights the importance of key swing states and the different vote counting methods in different states.
- What can we expect tonight regarding the closing of polls and initial vote counts?
- The first polls close at 1:00 AM Dutch time in six states, which have a total of 60 electors and predominantly Republican votes. Counting begins half an hour later in three more states (37 electors), with North Carolina being a potential swing state.