When does the vote count begin in Pennsylvania?

In-person voting is currently taking place in one of the most hotly contested presidential elections. And nowhere has the competition been more intense than in Pennsylvania, a critical swing state seen as crucial to winning the White House.

So when will we find out whether the relentless canvassing, competing rallies and high-profile appearances across the state paid off for Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Donald Trump?

When does the counting of votes begin?

The counting of votes now begins in Pennsylvania.

First, mail-in ballots, which make up a significant portion of the vote in Pennsylvania, are counted. The election workers are preparing these ballots for counting this morning, checking the signatures and opening the ballot envelopes. Once this is done, counting begins.

In-person ballots are recorded directly at polling stations using electronic systems that immediately capture and store votes cast. Once the polls close, these results can be quickly communicated to the county.