As the 2024 United States Presidential Election approaches its climax, attention is hugely focused on the pivotal swing states that can decide the fate of the nation. With just a few days to go before voters head to the polls on November 5 and US Election Result Date, the latest trend shows a spike in favor of former President Donald Trump. An AtlasIntel poll suggests that Trump has approximately 49% of likely voters’ support, leading Democratic nominee Kamala Harris by 1.8% in this critical race. The results of this election may depend on these key swing states, so it’s important to understand what’s happening there right now.
US Election Result Date and time
The 2024 US election result date will be declared after November 5 polling day and counting will take place after the polling closes on Tuesday. Polling in the US will start on November 5 between 7 am and 9 am local time. As the country has multiple time zones, this roughly falls between 5.30 pm and 7.30 pm in India. Polling will end in the US between 7 pm and 11 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on November 5, which falls between 5.30 am and 9.30 am in India on Wednesday, November 6. Voting in battleground states will also close around the same time. The seven states are Pennsylvania, Nevada, North Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan and Wisconsin.
Reports suggest that all the battleground States will be able to declare results around 7:00 p.m. EST. Among the seven, Georgia may announce results around 8:00 p.m. EST which according to Indian time is on November 6, around 6:30 a.m. Meanwhile, North Carolina and Nevada may reveal the report by midnight on November 5, which again in India falls on November 6, around 10.30 am.
Trend in seven critical swing states
The latest surveys reveal a strong Republican presence in all seven critical swing states. In Arizona, Trump enjoys a notable lead of 51.9% to Harris’s 45.1%, while in Nevada, he commands 51.4% to Harris’s 45.9%. North Carolina mirrors this trend, with Trump securing 50.4% of the vote. These figures highlight the volatile nature of swing states, which have the power to sway the election outcome dramatically.
Voters will have the opportunity to voice their choice during the voting that could redefine the nation’s political landscape. As millions prepare to cast their ballots, election officials anticipate a high turnout, reflecting the heightened stakes of this election. At this point every vote counts which is why the timing of the results could vary, particularly in key swing states where outcomes may change the game completely. Given the history of tight races, the nation may find itself waiting for definitive results, especially if the electoral margins remain razor-thin.
Popular vote or Presidency
With the stakes so high, analysts note that the election process is fraught with complexities. The electoral college system, which allocates votes based on state populations rather than a simple national popular vote, adds another layer of suspense. Which means even if the candidate wins the popular vote, they may still lose the Presidency. Typically, candidates admit defeat when the results are clear, but Trump has denied to accept his loss in the last election has raised concerns that he might challenge the results if he loses again. As the country waits for election night, everyone is watching the key swing states and the impact they will have on the final outcome.
