The Kamala Harris campaign is preparing for extended ballot counting and urging voters to expect a delayed outcome, with many mail-in and provisional ballots counted days after Election Day.
Harris Campaign Expects Delayed Results
As Election Day approaches, the Kamala Harris campaign has advised supporters to expect a potentially prolonged vote-counting process. Campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon highlighted that some key battleground states may report results more slowly due to the increased number of mail-in and provisional ballots this year.
Key States to Watch on Election Night
According to O’Malley Dillon, initial results from states such as Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, Ohio, and Colorado will offer early insights into the election’s trajectory. However, she cautioned against drawing conclusions too soon, as other states like Pennsylvania and Arizona may have only partial results by the end of the night.
Extended Vote Counting in Battleground States
The Harris campaign noted that states like Nevada and Pennsylvania will continue to process votes after Election Day. Nevada accepts mail ballots until November 9, while Pennsylvania will only begin counting provisional ballots on November 8. This extended timeline, she added, reflects regular procedures and is not a sign of irregularities.
Emphasis on Patience and Accuracy
Drawing from the 2020 election experience, when Joe Biden’s victory was declared four days after Election Day, the Harris campaign emphasizes that vote counting may extend for several days to ensure accuracy. O’Malley Dillon urged voters and media alike to remain patient as states complete their tallies.
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