6 things to watch for on election night
This guide outlines key indicators to watch during midterm election night, including early results in specific districts and the voting behavior of independents. It highlights how political realignments have changed the metrics for electoral success.
Why it matters
Understanding these indicators helps voters and analysts interpret the shifting landscape of American politics and the potential for changes in Congressional control.
It can be hard to know what to focus on in midterm elections. There are so many races, from elections for governor and senator to the House and state legislatures. For a better idea of how the night might go to see which party might control Congress, here are six things to watch:
There are two states, Indiana and Kentucky, that will see results in the 6 p.m. ET hour. And then there's Florida, which is split between the Eastern and Central time zones. But most of the state is on Eastern time. So lots of House race results will be coming in during the 7 p.m. ET hour, even if statewide contests like the Senate and governors races won't be called at the earliest until 8 p.m. ET.
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