Follow the US election live today on ABC Australia for results, updates, and expert analysis.
Stay Updated on the US Election with ABC – Wednesday, 6 November
As the United States heads to the polls, ABC is providing extensive coverage of this pivotal election, which will decide if Donald Trump will reclaim the presidency he lost in 2020 or if Kamala Harris will retain Democratic control and potentially become the first female President of the United States. Australian audiences can tune in to the ABC to stay informed as the event unfolds.
Here’s how you can follow the ABC’s comprehensive coverage of this historic day:
Watch
ABC’s live election coverage is available on ABC TV and ABC iview.
The day begins with an extended News Breakfast program, hosted from Washington, D.C. by Michael Rowland. Later, from 10am, Jeremy Fernandez, Bridget Brennan, Casey Briggs, and Julia Baird will provide live updates and insights from the ABC Election Centre.
At 7pm, David Speers and Sarah Ferguson will present a one-hour special, covering key events and offering Australian perspectives on the outcome. Planet America hosts John Barron and Chas Licciardello will also contribute to the ABC’s coverage throughout the day, delivering commentary and analysis. A special election edition of Planet America airs at 8pm on the News Channel, with a repeat at 9.30pm on ABC TV.
In addition, you can access the USA Votes collection on ABC iview for a continuous stream of election updates.
Read
For those following online, ABC NEWS Digital will provide rolling updates, breaking news, and in-depth analysis throughout the day.
The USA Votes page on the ABC NEWS website offers a state-by-state breakdown of results, along with interactive tools that explain which states are pivotal to winning the presidency. Visit the ABC NEWS website or use the ABC NEWS app for the latest information.
Listen
ABC News Radio will broadcast live throughout the day, providing up-to-date results and expert analysis. Additionally, ABC Local Radio and Radio National will offer special coverage on the US election.
ABC podcasts will also feature in-depth election commentary. ABC News Daily, Not Stupid, The Party Room, and If You’re Listening will each deliver election insights, bringing audiences the latest from the US political landscape.