As of November 6, 2024, at 12:00 AM Eastern Time, the U.S. presidential election between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump remains highly competitive, with several key states yet to be called.
Current Electoral Vote Tally:
- Donald Trump: 230 electoral votes
- Kamala Harris: 200 electoral votes
States Won:
Donald Trump:
- North Carolina (16 electoral votes)
- Texas (40 electoral votes)
- Florida (30 electoral votes)
- Ohio (17 electoral votes)
Kamala Harris:
- Maryland (10 electoral votes)
- Connecticut (7 electoral votes)
- Washington, D.C. (3 electoral votes)
Key Updates:
North Carolina: Trump has secured a victory in this swing state, adding 16 electoral votes to his tally.
Texas: Trump has won Texas, contributing 40 electoral votes to his count.
Florida: Trump has claimed Florida, securing 30 electoral votes.
Ohio: Trump has won Ohio, adding 17 electoral votes to his total.
Maryland and Connecticut: Harris has won these states, contributing a combined 17 electoral votes.
Washington, D.C.: Harris has secured the capital’s 3 electoral votes.
Pending Results:
Several battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Georgia, have not yet been called. These states are crucial for both candidates to reach the required 270 electoral votes to win the presidency.
Market Reactions:
Financial markets are responding to the unfolding election results. The S&P 500 e-mini futures have risen by 1.1%, the 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield has reached a four-month high, the U.S. dollar index has increased by 1.27%, and Bitcoin has surged by 5.3% to $72,856.
Please note that election results are continually being updated as votes are counted. For the most current information, refer to authoritative sources such as the Associated Press or Reuters.