As the clock strikes 7 p.m. ET, the final polls are shutting down in a number of states, marking a crucial moment in the ongoing election cycle. The states where polls are closing include Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, South Carolina, Vermont, and Virginia. Notably, in Georgia, approximately 10 polling locations in select counties will remain open late due to non-credible threats that briefly disrupted voting, as confirmed by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.
Key Races to Watch
In Indiana, the Senate race is heating up as Sen. Mike Braun opted to run for governor, leaving his Senate seat up for grabs. Republican Rep. Jim Banks and Democrat Valerie McCray, a clinical psychologist, are vying for the vacant seat. Meanwhile, Braun faces Democratic challenger Jennifer McCormick, the former state schools superintendent, in the gubernatorial race.
Kentucky voters are set to decide on a ballot measure that, if approved, would bar non-US citizens from voting. A similar amendment is also on the table for South Carolina voters, reaffirming the existing prohibition on noncitizens participating in federal elections.
In Vermont, Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders, aligned with Democrats, is seeking re-election against Republican Gerald Malloy. Sanders is anticipated to secure a fourth term. Additionally, Gov. Phil Scott, who faced no Republican primary opposition this election cycle, aims to secure a fifth term in office.
Turning to Virginia, the battle for the 7th Congressional District features Democrat Eugene Vindman and Republican Derrick Anderson. Debates between the candidates have often veered into personal attacks. Meanwhile, Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine, a former governor and the 2016 Democratic vice presidential nominee, is strongly favored to clinch a third Senate term.
