As Election Day nears, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making their final appeals in key swing states, with polls indicating a tight race. On November 5, 2024, Americans will either elect Harris as the first woman president or grant Trump an unprecedented comeback that could have global ramifications.
The election results, including the closely-watched Trump vs. Harris contest, will begin to be announced on Tuesday, November 5, with initial outcomes expected shortly after the first polls close at 6 pm (4:30 am IST on Wednesday). The winner will officially take office on January 20, 2025, for a four-year term. In addition to the presidential race, voters will also decide on Congressional seats for both the House of Representatives and the Senate.