States we’re looking at and the times their polls close (ET):

• Arizona 9 p.m – 11 electoral votes
• Georgia 7:00 PM– 16 electoral votes
• Michigan 9:00 PM* – 15 electoral votes
• Nebraska 9 p.m – 5 electoral votes
• Nevada 10 p.m – 6 electoral votes
• North Carolina 7:30 PM – 16 electoral votes
• Pennsylvania 8 p.m – 19 electoral votes
• Wisconsin 9 p.m – 10 electoral votes

Election Day 2024 has arrived. And eyes are on eight crucial “battleground states” that could determine the results: Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

These states, which are known for using both Blue and Red, earning them the name swing states, were crucial in determining the 2016 and 2020 election results. Experts expect this to be no different in 2024.

Both Republican candidate President Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris have campaigned extensively in these battleground states in hopes of securing the required 270 electoral votes for victory.

This evening, Fortune will report on updates to decisions in these key states and provide live coverage after the polls close. Here’s a look at the states to watch, when their polls close, and our latest updates on vote counts:

Arizona, polls close at 9:00 PM ET

Electoral votes: 11

Why it’s important: Arizona was a surprise victory for Biden in 2020, marking only the second time in nearly 70 years that a Democratic candidate has won the state.

Current poll: Trump currently leads Harris in Arizona by just over 2 points, according to FiveThirtyEight polling

Timing of results: Arizona will wait until all precincts have reported or an hour after polls close before releasing results. In 2020, results first appeared around 10:02 PM ET.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.

Georgia, polls close at 7:00 PM ET

Electoral votes: 16

Why it mattersGeorgia, a key state in both 2016 and 2020, chose Biden in 2020 by a narrow margin. The state has since been embroiled in legal battles, with Trump facing continued legal challenges over his attempts to overturn the previous results.

Current poll: According to FiveThirtyEight polling, Trump and Harris are neck-and-neck in Georgia, with a 1.5-point lead.

Timing of results: The first results could appear shortly after polls close, as seen in 2020 when the first data was reported at 7:20 PM ET.

LAST UPDATEResults are starting to come in as polls close in Georgia, and while it will be some time before the full results are counted, the AP’s initial reporting has Trump in the lead. At the time of this publication at 7:40 PM ET, only 9% of districts were reporting. Georgia faced hoax bomb threats on Tuesday, and some polling stations extended hours to account for the disruption.
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Michigan, polls close at 9:00 PM ET*

Electoral votes: 15

Why it mattersMichigan, a traditional Democratic stronghold, switched to Trump in 2016 but returned to the Democratic column in 2020. This “blue wall” state remains critical to any winning strategy. GOP strategist Frank Luntz says he’s looking directly at the city of Dearborn, Michigan, as a sign of whether Trump will win. He said an “incredibly high turnout” would be “good news for Harris,” indicating she will win the state. Otherwise, Trump will likely take Michigan.

Current poll: According to polling by FiveThirtyEight, Harris leads Trump in the state by barely one point.

Timing of results: Most polls close at 9:00 PM ET, although some precincts report an hour earlier. In 2020, the AP called Michigan for Biden the next day at 5:58 PM ET.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.

*Some parts of Michigan will report earlier, at 8 p.m

Nebraska, polls close at 9:00 PM ET

Electoral votes: 5

Why it matters: Although traditionally conservative, Nebraska distributes its electoral votes by district. This split allows for the possibility of a single electoral vote if a district leans Democratic. The so-called “blue dot,” the second congressional district that includes Omaha, could give Harris a single electoral vote.

Current poll: According to FiveThirtyEight polling, Trump leads Harris statewide, but specifically in the “blue dot” area, Harris leads by 7 points.

Timing of results: Early returns should appear shortly after 9:00 PM ET.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.

Nevada, polls close at 10pm ET

Electoral votes: 6

Why it matters: Nevada is known for its reliability as a bellwether and has a history of predicting presidential outcomes. Both campaigns have made significant efforts to influence voters in this small but influential state.

Current poll: According to FiveThirtyEight polling, Harris and Trump are tied in the state, each with 47 percent of the vote.

Timing of results: In 2020, Nevada results were delayed to ensure everyone in line could vote. The first data usually appears around 11:00 PM ET.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.

North Carolina, polls close at 7:30 PM ET

Electoral votes: 16

Why it matters: North Carolina has always been a close race, with Trump winning by a narrow margin in 2020. It’s a critical situation for Republicans, and the early results will set the tone for tonight.

Current poll: Trump currently has a one-point lead over Harris in the state, according to FiveThirtyEight polling.

Timing of results: The first results usually appear within minutes of the polls closing, with full results expected within a few days if the race is close.

LAST UPDATE: Polls just closed in North Carolina and live updates are expected soon.
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Pennsylvania, polls close at 8:00 PM ET

Electoral votes: 19

Why it’s important: As part of the “blue wall,” Pennsylvania has a significant number of electoral votes and has been critical in the last few elections. Biden won here in 2020 by about 80,000 votes, but Trump won the state in 2016. According to NBC, both Trump and Harris have spent more money in Pennsylvania than any other state, and both have made numerous campaign stops there, including Trump’s viral McDonald’s action. -by moment.

Current poll: According to FiveThirtyEight polling, Trump and Harris are split exactly 50-50 in the state.

Timing of results: In 2020, the first results came in around 8:09 PM ET, with a final call on November 7, days after Election Day.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.

Wisconsin, polls close at 9:00 PM ET

Electoral votes: 10

Why it’s important: Wisconsin is known for its tight races and was hotly contested in recent elections. Biden’s victory here in 2020 was narrow, making it a top priority for both campaigns in 2024.

Current poll: Harris leads Trump by 1 point in Wisconsin, according to FiveThirtyEight polling.

Timing of results: The first data usually arrive shortly after the polling stations close. In 2020, the results were announced the following afternoon.

LAST UPDATE: This section is updated regularly with results after polls close.