Global National: Nov. 5, 2024 | Trump or Harris? Vote counting begins as polls close in US election

Global National: Nov. 5, 2024 | Trump or Harris? Vote counting begins as polls close in US election

As the polls close in the United States and the votes are being counted, the nation waits with bated breath to see if Donald Trump will secure a second term as president, or if Kamala Harris will make history as the first woman to hold the highest office in the country. Global National is providing comprehensive coverage of the election night, with reporters stationed at the campaign headquarters of both candidates – Harris at Howard University in Washington, D.C., and Trump in Palm Beach, Florida.

Neetu Garcha will be reporting live from Washington, while Jeff Semple will be giving updates from Florida. Mike Armstrong is speaking to voters in Pennsylvania, a crucial state for both candidates, while Sean O’Shea is talking to residents in Michigan, where Democratic support is strong.

The outcome of the election will ultimately be determined by the electoral college, with 538 votes up for grabs and 270 needed to win. With seven swing states in play, the race is tight and every vote counts. Eric Sorensen will be breaking down the numbers and analyzing the battleground states throughout the night.

As the world watches and waits for the results of the election, there is a sense of anticipation and uncertainty about what the future holds for the United States. Looking to the past, we can learn from how former presidents navigated times of division and crisis, and how the country’s foundation has kept it united through tumultuous times. Watch Dawna Friesen’s special report for more insight into the historical context of American politics.

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