When will we know who won US presidential election 2024?

The 2024 US presidential election is heating up, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump neck and neck in national and swing state polls. 

The tight margins suggest potential recounts in some states, which could delay the declaration of a winner for hours, days, or even weeks after polls close .

Polls show a statistical tie between Harris and Trump in key battleground states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, Nevada, North Carolina, and Georgia. 

For instance, in Pennsylvania, the latest polls indicate a deadlock, with Trump and Harris both polling at 48% or 49%.

Similarly, in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Arizona, the margins are razor-thin, with neither candidate leading by more than 2%.

When to expect results in swing states?

The first polls will close at 1800 EST on Tuesday evening and the last polls will wrap up at 0100 EST early on Wednesday, the British Broacasting Corproation reported,.

According to schedule: 

1900 EST — At this time, polls will close in Georgia and five other states, and partially in two more states. This is also when US TV networks are likely to begin making their first calls of the night, in less competitive states like Kentucky.

1930 EST — Polls will close across three states, including North Carolina.

2000 EST — Polls will close in Pennsylvania, 15 other states and the District of Columbia, as well as partially in Michigan and four other states.

2100 EST — All remaining polls to close in Michigan. Voting will also end in Arizona, Wisconsin and 12 other states.

2200 EST — Polls will close across Nevada and two other states, and partially in two others.