Election Day, Trump, Harris, Voting, Violence, Abortion, Boeing, Taylor Swift, NFL: Daily Briefing

Election Day is here. Boeing workers have reached a labor agreement with the airline manufacturer. USA TODAY Sports reports on the latest rumors ahead of the NFL trade deadline.

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What can influence victory?

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump took their final steps towards victory. Now, as Americans from coast to coast voted Tuesday, polls show elections are likely to be held in seven leading states: Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Georgia, Nevada and Arizona.

What could tip the scales? From the gender gap to the black and Latino vote and the “blue wall” here are six factors that can determine the winner.

The winner will likely not be known tonight.. Late-count mail ballots, especially in the swing states of Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, each of which prohibit election officials from starting opening and counting absentee ballots before 7 a.m. on Election Day, when they also have to handle in-person voting.
Big congressional races are also at stake. All 435 House seats are up for election this year, and a few close calls could decide which party wins the majority. At the same time, 34 seats are being contested in the Senate.
We are monitoring any possible unrest on Election Day. Election officials are closely monitoring hardware failures and software problems that have disrupted the counting of votes in some local elections in previous elections, as well as threats of violence that have infected the democratic process.

We have you: Harris will watch the results from Howard University in Washington, while Trump watches from West Palm Beach, Florida. Read USA TODAY’s Election Day news live..

Are you ready to vote?

Less than 24 hours before Election Day, more than 78 million ballots have already been cast, and another 5 million will vote in the United States on November 5th. If you haven’t made your choice yet, check out USA TODAY’s complete voter guidewith information about the race, details on how your vote will be counted, and logistical tips for getting your ballot.

Is it possible to check in on the same day? More than 20 states and Washington, D.C. allow same-day registration, where eligible voters can register and vote simultaneously during Election Day. But in some states, this only applies to the race for president and vice president. Know what you can do in your state.

What about the problems with surveys? While cases of voter fraud, voter suppression, and tampered voting devices are rare, they do constitute criminal acts. Below is how to report possible violations.

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What’s the weather like on election day? Check your local forecast here.

The Boeing strike is over

Boeing machinists voted to accept the company’s latest contract offer, ending a strike that began on September 13. Boeing’s finances have been hit hard by the strike, which halted production of 737, 767 and 777 aircraft in the Seattle area. plants. The strike was also seen as a contributing factor to the weak October jobs report. The airliner maker continues to struggle to win customer confidence as delivery delays and tightening regulations tarnish its image with airlines and the general public. The latest contract, among other measures, promises a 38% wage increase over four years.

Can a convicted murderer with a low IQ be executed?

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to consider whether a convicted murderer’s mental retardation is so severe that he cannot be executed, ordering the lower court to clarify its view first. The decision came over dissent from Justices Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch, who said they would agree to Alabama’s request that the court consider the opinion and perhaps reconsider past decisions on how states should assess intellectual disabilities to avoid harsh and unusual punishment. Read more

Today’s interlocutors

Latest Rumors Ahead of NFL Trade Deadline

With the NFL trade deadline approaching, teams have one last chance to make a significant roster shakeup before heading into the second half of the regular season. Tuesday at 4:00 pm ET will mark the official end of all 32 teams, although many have already taken action, with nine deals made since the start of the season. But could there be some more noticeable steps in the next day?

Photo of the Day: Your “I Voted” sticker designs

We asked Daily Briefing readers to create their own “I Voted” stickers ahead of Election Day – and you all nailed it! Check out all the creations here.

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