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Long Waits Reported At Nevada Polling Places

People wait in line to vote outside a polling place on Election Day

As polls were scheduled to close at 10 p.m. ET, multiple polling places in Nevada experienced waits of over an hour, according to state election officials. Despite the long wait times, voters who are in line by the scheduled closing time will still be able to cast their votes.

In Nevada, election results will not be released until all polling places have officially closed, ensuring that every voter has the opportunity to participate in the democratic process.

Voters in line by closing time can still cast their votes.
Polling places in Nevada experiencing over an hour wait times.
Election results in Nevada released after all polls close.

According to Bethany Drysdale, the county communications manager in Washoe County, there are nine polling places in the county where voters are facing waits of over an hour. In Nye County, a county clerk has reported that at least one polling place has an estimated wait time of two and a half hours.

These delays highlight the high voter turnout and enthusiasm in Nevada, as citizens exercise their right to vote in the crucial election. Election officials are working diligently to ensure that every voter has the chance to cast their ballot, even in the face of long lines and wait times.

As the nation eagerly awaits the outcome of the election, it is essential that every voice is heard and every vote is counted. The dedication of voters in Nevada to participate in the electoral process is a testament to the importance of civic engagement and democracy.

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