Broad economic discontent and sharp divisions about the nation’s future mark voter attitudes nationally in ABC News' preliminary exit poll results.

CBS News national exit polls tell us who voted, what issues were on their minds, whether they voted for Kamala Harris or Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election — and why.

Nearly three-quarters of voters in Tuesday's presidential election believe American democracy is under threat, according to national exit poll data from Edison Research, reflecting the deep anxiety that the nation faces after a contentious campaign between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump.

But how do exit polls work, and are they reliable? Here’s what to know on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Exit polls are surveys conducted with voters as they leave their polling place, according to the American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR).

First early exit poll day is out. As Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced voters at the polls on Tuesday, Fox News Voter Analysis asked Americans about the direction of the country. About 70% of respondents said the US is on the wrong track.

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are battling for the White House, with polling showing it will be one of the closest presidential races in history. It could take anywhere between hours and weeks for the winner to be declared,