Voters across the country have cast their ballots in a number of important races, ranging from governorships and state legislatures to an abortion rights ballot initiative — along with heated contests for school boards, city councils and numerous other local positions.
The states being watched closest tonight are Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Virginia and Pennsylvania, with reports of long lines at some polling precincts and higher-than-normal turnout for an off-year election. While 2024 polls have made headlines in recent days, Tuesday night will bring actual election results.
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