New York, Nov 06, (V7N) - Americans are casting their ballots today in a pivotal Election Day, with voting underway across the country in what has become a highly anticipated and tight presidential race. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are battling it out for the White House, each presenting their plans on key issues like inflation, the economy, abortion rights, and immigration.

As the polls close, results will start to trickle in, although it may take hours, or even days, before a winner is projected. Early votes are already being counted, and in some states, it’s expected that results could come in quickly. However, in many battleground states, the outcome may not be clear until all votes are counted.

Key Issues Driving the Race

Both candidates have spent months engaging voters on the most pressing issues of the day:

The Economy: Inflation and the cost of living have been top concerns for voters. Trump has criticized Harris’s handling of the economy and promises to bring down inflation through tax cuts and deregulation. Harris, on the other hand, has highlighted the progress made under the Biden administration and promises to continue policies aimed at helping working-class Americans.

The Southern Border: Immigration has remained a hot-button issue. Trump continues to advocate for stronger border security and a crackdown on illegal immigration, while Harris defends the Biden administration's approach, which includes addressing root causes of migration and reforming immigration laws.

Abortion Rights: The Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has made abortion rights a key issue in the race. Trump has expressed support for restricting abortion access, while Harris has championed reproductive rights, emphasizing the need for federal protection.

Other Issues: Other topics like healthcare, climate change, and national security are also being debated. Both candidates are fighting for the votes of a divided electorate, with Trump drawing strong support from conservative and rural voters, while Harris is relying on more liberal, urban, and minority communities.

What to Expect Tonight

As the first votes are counted, results are expected to come in gradually throughout the evening. States with early reporting and less competitive races, like Kentucky and Vermont, may have their results called quickly, just as they did in the 2020 election. In more competitive battleground states, such as Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Georgia, the results may take longer to determine, especially as absentee and mail-in ballots are tallied.

While the final winner may not be known tonight, the race is expected to remain tight. The outcome could depend on voter turnout in key swing states, and any shift in voter sentiment between now and the final count could have a major impact on the result.

The Road Ahead

This election is expected to be one of the most closely watched in U.S. history, and even though it’s too early to predict the outcome, Election Day is already a historic moment. Americans across the country are making their voices heard, and the results of this race will shape the future direction of the country.

Stay tuned for more updates throughout the night as results come in, and remember that the final tally could take days to fully determine.

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