Today is election day for Americans who are heading to the polls in a presidential race that promises to be one of the tightest in history.
Vice President Kamala Harris, representing the Democratic Party.
Faces off against former President Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, in an election that could reshape the nation’s course for years to come.
With polls showing a dead heat, every vote counts, especially in the critical battleground states where the outcome remains unpredictable.
Polling stations opened early in several states, with the first at 5 a.m. EST (10:00 GMT), while more than 82 million voters had already cast early ballots.
The focus now is on seven key states—Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.
Each holds a pivotal role in determining the next president, with both candidates racing for a narrow victory.
Whether voters choose Harris or Trump, this election will be historic:
Harris would become the first female president, while Trump aims to make a record-breaking return to the White House.
But the challenges go beyond the ballots.
On the eve of Election Day, U.S. intelligence agencies issued an urgent warning about Russia-linked disinformation
Further campaigns that spread falsehoods about voting in battleground states.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence, alongside the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency,
cautioned that the false claims of election manipulation could incite violence and put election officials at risk.
With tensions high, officials are monitoring closely as foreign influence efforts are expected to persist not only through today but also into the critical post-election period.
As the day unfolds, eyes around the globe turn to the United States, waiting to see which direction the American people will choose.
For Kamala Harris, the possibility of shattering one of the highest glass ceilings in U.S. politics is at stake.
For Donald Trump, a comeback would defy history, marking a rare return to power for a former president.
Stay tuned to our live blog for real-time updates on what promises to be an unforgettable Election Day.
