BBC News is gearing up for extensive coverage of the US election night and beyond, providing the latest news, analysis, and results starting at 22:00 GMT (17:00 EST) on Tuesday, 5 November. Whether you are in the UK or overseas, you can access all the updates on the BBC News website and app.
The online coverage includes a live stream page with insights from North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher and BBC News reporters stationed in crucial battleground states across the US. UK readers can subscribe to Anthony’s US Election Unspun newsletter, while international readers can also sign up for updates.
In addition to the live page, the 2024 US election page is continuously updated with detailed analysis and explainers on the latest developments, ensuring you stay informed throughout the night.
For those tuning in to TV programming, the BBC News Channel will kick off special coverage from Washington at 22:40 GMT (17:40 EST), just before the first polls close on the US east coast. Viewers in the UK can watch on BBC One or BBC iPlayer, with anchors Caitríona Perry, Sumi Somaskanda, US special correspondent Katty Kay, and other correspondents providing insights. The BBC Verify team will also be fact-checking claims as they arise during the night.
Listeners can catch special radio coverage starting at 22:00 GMT (17:00 EST) on BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 5 Live, or the BBC World Service. The Today program on BBC Radio 4 and Breakfast on BBC Radio 5 Live will continue the coverage at 06:00 GMT (01:00 EDT) for UK listeners. Global audiences can stay updated with live coverage and special episodes on the BBC Sounds app.
BBC reporters will be on the ground reporting from key swing state locations such as Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and California. The BBC relies on trusted partners like Reuters news agency and CBS for result projections, ensuring accurate and timely reporting throughout the night.
As the night progresses, the BBC will keep audiences informed with detailed insights into the election process and what the results could mean for the future. Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage and analysis from the BBC as the US election unfolds.
