As Americans prepare to vote in the 2024 presidential election on November 5, polls indicate a tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Depending on the closeness of the contest, results may take hours, days, or even weeks to finalize, with swing states playing a crucial role. Vote-counting processes have evolved since 2020, potentially affecting the speed at which results are reported. Voter eligibility challenges and recounts may also contribute to delays, raising the stakes for election night anticipation as the nation awaits the outcome.