In the 2024 presidential election, some states were expected to lean heavily toward one candidate or another. While, based on historical trends, it was assumed that Kamala Harris could count on a win in New York, Donald Trump secured Tennessee. However, in several so-called "swing states," the vote count — and, by extension, all of its Electoral College votes — is incredibly close. These states could lean either Democratic or Republican, and each outcome could have a crucial impact on the presidential race. Here are the seven swing states whose results will be closely watched.
Arizona
Electoral votes: 11
When are results expected? Most polls in the state closed at 10 p.m. ET, but nine precincts received a two-hour extension as a result of "malfunctioning equipment and a lack of printed ballots," according to the Associated Press.
Key races: Democrat Ruben Gallego and Republican Kari Lake are going head to head in the U.S. Senate race, while an abortion measure is also on the ballot.
Georgia
Electoral votes: 16
When are results expected? Polls closed at 7 p.m. ET, and 80% of the votes have been tallied so far.
Key races: The state has several down-ballot races in the House and Senate, with five candidates from Gen Z.
Michigan
Electoral votes: 15
When are results expected? More than half of Michigan's counties had not reported votes two hours after polls closed, according to AP.
Key races: The state has a key down-ballot race between Rep. Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, and former Rep. Mike Rogers, a Republican.
Nevada
Electoral votes: 6
When are results expected? While polls have closed, the state reportedly does not release updates until the last person in line has voted.
Key races: A key race in the Western state is between Sen. Jacky Rosen, a Democrat, and Sam Brown, a Republican.
North Carolina
Electoral votes: 16
When are results expected? Trump has been named the winner by the Associated Press.
Key races: Democrat Josh Stein won the gubernatorial race in the state, replacing Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, whose term was limited.
Pennsylvania
Electoral votes: 19
When are results expected? Polls have closed in the state, with just under half of the votes still needing to be counted.
Key races: The state is eyeing a down-ballot race between Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican candidate Dave McCormick.
Wisconsin
Electoral votes: 10
When are results expected? Polls have closed in the state, but more than half of the ballots still need to be counted.
Key races: A key down-ballot race in the state is between Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican candidate Eric Hovde.