Voters express what issues mattered as they marked their ballots In the final hours before the 2024 election season closes, the presidential campaigns are reaching out to voters in key swing states including North Carolina, Michigan and Nevada. Quinn Klinefelter
A wild election is coming to a close — and no one is sure how it will end From candidate swaps to assassination attempts, the final months of the campaign has been a whirlwind. Here's why the outcome is so consequential. Domenico Montanaro
Trump and allies have primed supporters to falsely believe he has no chance of losing Many of former President Donald Trump’s supporters don’t believe he lost in 2020. Despite a close race again in 2024, Trump and allies still falsely claim the only way he loses is because of cheating. Stephen Fowler
What happens if local officials won't certify elections? A Nevada case may be a model More than two dozen local officials in swing states have refused to certify elections in recent years, including after the primary election in Nevada's Washoe County this summer. Frank Langfitt
Vice presidents often run for president. Making it there has been a leap While the office of vice president is the second-highest position in the government, making it to the Oval Office has historically been a leap. Jeongyoon Han
Abortion rights are on the ballot in 10 states this Election Day The results could end up dramatically expanding access to abortion, and influencing the presidential and congressional elections. Michel Martin
Politics of daily life: A portrait of Braddock, Pa. The potential sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese competitor Nippon Steel has been opposed by both presidential candidates. For the people of Braddock, Pa., steel and politics are just part of the story. Steve Inskeep
Republicans and Democrats aim to capture tight state legislative races Though it doesn't get as much attention as the presidential election, state government plays a crucial role in the laws that govern lives. This year control of several state capitols is up for grabs. Michel Martin
Trump and Harris have wrapped up campaigning. It's now up to voters Former President Donald Trump wrapped up his presidential campaign in Grand Rapids, Mich. Vice Present Harris concluded hers in Philadelphia. Danielle Kurtzleben
Voters could flip these state legislatures, changing the path for some big issues They don’t get as much attention as the presidential election, but state government races play a crucial role in the laws that govern our lives. This year, several state capitols are up for grabs. Ryland Barton