Live Blog: Election Night 2024
Update (5:32 PM): Las Cruces voters approved a 0.325 percent gross receipt tax measure at the polls last night.
The increase will take effect on July 1, 2025. The City of Las Cruces expects it will add $11 million in revenue each year. Officials say the tax currently makes up 76% of the city's revenue.
Update (1:36 PM): Watch VP Harris' address at Howard University below:
Update (1:34 PM): Immigration activist and Estrella del Paso Executive Director Melissa M. Lopez released the following statement on the presidential election results:
"The election results are in, and we now must prepare for the onslaught that our clients and community will face in the next four years. We saw firsthand the devastating impact of the first Trump Administration – numerous attempts to close the border, dismantling of the refugee system, limits on the due process rights of our clients. The list goes on and on. Our work during the first Administration gives us a sense of what we can expect during a second administration. We are preparing ourselves for another attack on immigrants. I am concerned about our clients and community, but even more concerning to me is ensuring the health of our team. I am committed to providing the space, resources, and support needed to ensure our team is prepared to fight for our clients and our community. We have heard promises of mass deportations, up to one million per day, that would separate families, destroy our local economies, and desolate our schools, churches, and communities.
Despite this expected assault on immigrants, Estrella Del Paso will continue to do what is at the core of our mission, and that is to uphold the rule of law by providing immigration legal services, advocacy, and community outreach to protect immigrants’ rights and advance justice in the spirit of the Gospel. While we will do our best to remain hopeful, we can guarantee that we are committed to remaining in this fight for the next four years, and to do everything in our power to protect immigrants and to protect our communities."
Estrella del Paso Executive Director Melissa M. Lopez
Update (1:05 PM): County Commissioner David Stout released the following statement regarding the results of the vote on the UMC bond last night.
"First and foremost, I thank the voters for supporting the UMC bond and three of the five County bond proposals. I also want to thank UMC’s dedicated staff, and our County team, for their hard work in informing the public about the bond proposals.
UMC will be able to continue offering excellent service to our community, including cancer treatment, reducing the need for people to seek help elsewhere. And, UMC’s focus on older adult/geriatric persons is of critical importance as El Paso’s senior population continues to grow. At the County, we are very excited about the parks upgrades, especially those at Ascarate, and are happy the voters saw the need for public health and safety upgrades by supporting the medical examiner and animal shelter.
I am disappointed that not all our proposals passed, especially for efforts such as the Corbin Sambrano center, a community led project that could transform an underserved area. We also missed a chance to expand the ability to serve our elders better with a new senior nutrition kitchen.
And of course, there is the Coliseum, which narrowly lost – by less than 1 percent. This historic, multi-faceted installation that not only provides diverse entertainment, from concerts for thousands to community events large and small for associations, non-profits and others. The Coliseum is overdue for attention, especially now that it is no longer going to be needed by the federal government for the Bridge of the Americans port expansion. The Coliseum and its campus is paid for and fully owned, accessible from all parts of town, and can maintain its position as a regional attraction at a fraction of the cost of a new facility. The close margin tells me that there is support and that we just need to work harder to tell its story and ensure that the Coliseum continues to be a huge community asset for many years into the future."
Commissioner David Stout
Update (12:04 PM): Vice President Kamala Harris called President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on winning the 2024 presidential election.
She discussed the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being a president for all Americans.
Harris will deliver remarks at Howard University later Wednesday.
Update (10:19 AM): ABC News is projecting that Gabe Vasquez will win New Mexico's Second Congressional District.
Update (3:35 AM): Trump is also projected to win Alaska's three Electoral Votes. He now is projected to have 279 total Electoral Votes.
Update (3:33 AM): ABC News projects Donald Trump wins Wisconsin's 10 Electoral Votes and the 2024 Presidential Election. He now has 276 Electoral Votes total, according to ABC News' projections.
Update (2:52 AM): ABC News has not yet been able to call any more states in the presidential race. The Electoral Vote count remains the same.
Update (2:00 AM): Currently ABC News projects that Kamala Harris will take 219 Electoral Votes and Donald Trump will take 266 Electoral Votes.
Update (1:36 AM): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaches out to congratulate Donald Trump.
Update (1:20 AM): Notes from world leaders are coming in congratulating Donald Trump. The presidents of France and the Prime Minister of Israel have both issued statements early this morning.
Update (1:05 AM): ABC News projects that one of Nebraska's Electoral Votes goes to Kamala Harris.
Update (12:58 AM): ABC News projects that Minnesota's 10 Electoral Votes and New Jersey's 14 Electoral Votes will go to Kamala Harris.
Update (12:55 AM): Rep. Gabe Vasquez is claiming reelection and released a statement celebrating a win early Wednesday night, however, ABC News has yet to call the race and results remain showing Vasquez and Republican challenger Yvette Herrell neck and neck.
“Serving New Mexico’s second congressional district is a privilege and honor, and I will continue to work for the people and families of this district and this state. I am grateful for the trust that our voters have placed in me and pledge to help every constituent that I represent.”
“It is that devotion and love of country that drives me to do this work. Thank you, New Mexico, for the opportunity to serve you again. Si se puede, sí se pudo - y ahora - regresamos a trabajar. Que viva el segundo distrito de Nuevo Mexico!”
Rep. Gabe Vasquez
Update (12:52 AM): Mayoral candidate Cassandra Hernandez released the following statement:
"I may not be in the runoff, but I proudly endorse Renard Johnson to lead El Paso forward. Our campaign fought for open, inclusive government and opportunities for all. I invite you to reject secrecy and risk and choose a leader who stands for transparency and real change. Thank you to our volunteers, family, and friends for your love and support on this campaign journey."
Cassandra Hernandez
Update (12:07 AM): ABC News projects that Donald Trump won Pennsylvania's 19 Electoral Votes and one more of Nebraska's Electoral Votes. He is now at 266 total Electoral Votes.
Update (11:40 PM): Donald Trump is expected to speak at any moment. Watch live here.
Update (11:12 PM): ABC News is projecting that Republicans will take over control of the Senate. Republicans are projected to have won 51 seats.
Update (10:45 PM): Gabe Vasquez and Yvette Herrell are currently tied in the race for New Mexico U.S. Rep. Dist. 2.
Update (10:38 PM): ABC News projects Donald Trump will take Georgia's 16 Electoral Votes.
Update (10:35 PM): The race for El Paso Mayor will go to a runoff election between Renard Johnson and Brian Kennedy.
Update (10:24 PM): El Paso City Council District 1 is going to a runoff election between Alejandra 'Ale' Chavez and Monica Reyes.
- El Paso City Council District 3 is going to a runoff election between Jose Rodriguez and Deanna Maldonado-Rocha.
- El Paso City Council District 4 is going to a runoff election between Joe Molinar and Cynthia Boyar Trejo.
- El Paso City Council District 5 is going to a runoff election between Ivan Nino and Amanda Cunningham.
- El Paso City Council District 7 is going to a runoff election between Lily Limon and Chris Hernandez.
Update ( 10:17 PM): ABC News projects that Kamala Harris has won New Mexico's five Electoral Votes.
Update (10:13 PM): Republican incumbent Bill Hicks has conceded to Democrat James Montoya in the race for El Paso District Attorney.
Update (10: 03 PM): Senator Martin Heinrich sent out the following statement after ABC News projected his win to retain his seat in the senate.
“Tonight’s victory belongs to every New Mexican who shares our belief that we can build a better, brighter future for our people. But even as we take in this moment, we know that our work is far from over. This election was about much more than any one campaign or candidate. It was about the future we’re building together for New Mexico.
This campaign has been about fighting for a future of freedom, opportunity, and progress. A future where good-paying jobs are available in every community, where every family has access to affordable health care, where children feel safe in their classrooms, where our lands and waters are protected for future generations, and where every woman has the right to make her own decisions about what happens to her body.
This election was about standing up for the values that unite us and rejecting the politics of division and fear. And tonight, the people of New Mexico sent a clear message that they want a future built on freedom, opportunity, and hope. As we look ahead, I’m energized by the chance to continue working with all of you to tackle the challenges we face. In the Senate, we have a lot to do to build on what we’ve accomplished, and to safeguard the progress we’ve made.
The stakes are too high for us to rest on past victories. Whether it’s defending women’s rights, combating climate change, bringing down costs on prescriptions drugs and energy, protecting our Social Security and Medicare, addressing the fentanyl crisis, or ensuring every child in New Mexico has access to a quality education, there is still so much more we can, and must, accomplish.
Tonight, we celebrate, but tomorrow, the hard work continues. Thank you again, New Mexico. Thank you for standing by me, for putting your faith and trust in me, and for believing in our shared vision. I am honored, humbled, and ready to keep fighting for our future.”Senator Martin Heinrich
Update (9:54 PM): ABC News is projecting that Tony Gonzales will win the race for Texas U.S. Rep. Dist. 23.
Update (9:30 PM): Las Cruces Gross Receipts Tax: 54% for, 46% against
- Multipurpose Center ballot measure: 56% for, 44% against
- University Medical Center of El Paso Bond: 64% for, 36% against
- El Paso County Bond Proposition A: 55% for, 45% against
- El Paso County Bond Proposition B: 50% for, 50% against
- El Paso County Bond Proposition C: 59% against, 41% for
- El Paso County Bond Proposition D: 51% against, 49% for
- El Paso County Bond Proposition E: 63% for, 37% against
- Town of Anthony Proposition A: 58% for, 42% against
- Anthony ISD Proposition A: 53% against, 47% for
Update (9:16 PM): ABC News projects that Democratic incumbent Veronica Escobar will win Texas U.S. Rep. Dist. 16.
Update (9:12 PM): ABC News projects Martin Heinrich will win New Mexico's Senate seat.
Update (9:05 PM): ABC News projects Donald Trump has 214 Electoral Votes and Kamala Harris has 145 Electoral Votes.
Update (9:03 PM): New Mexico U.S. Senator: Martin Heinrich: 56%, Nella Domenici: 44%.
Update (8:52 PM): ABC News projects that Republican Ted Cruz will win Texas' Senate seat.
Update (8:42 PM): New Mexico U.S. Rep. Dist. 2: Gabe Vasquez: 54%, Yvette Herrell: 46%.
- NM State Senate District 36: Jeff Steinborn: 52%, David Tofsted: 48%.
- NM State Senate District 38: Samantha Barncastle Salopek: 52%, Carrie Hamblen: 48%.
- NM State Rep. District 32: Jenifer Jones: 70%, Linda Alvarez: 30%.
- NM State Rep. District 34: Raymundo Lara: 54%, Larry Sedillo: 46%.
- NM State Rep. District 36: Kimberly Skaggs: 52%, Nathan Small: 48%.
- NM State Rep. District 38: Rebecca Dow: 56%, Tara Jaramillo: 44%.
- NM State Rep. District 53: Elizabeth Winterrowd: 53%, Sarah Angelina Silva: 47%.
- Dona Ana County Commissioner Dist. 2: Gloria Gameros: 58%, Lorraine Limon McCullough: 42%.
- Dona Ana County Commissioner Dist. 4: Stacie Durham: 50%, Irma Susana Chaparro: 50%.
Update (8:25 PM): Texas U.S. Rep. District 16: Veronica Escobar: 60%, Irene Armendariz Jackson: 40%.
Update (8:22 PM): Texas U.S. Rep. District 23: Tony Gonzales: 63%, Santos Limon: 37%.
Update (8:16 PM): Democrat Gabe Vasquez has 52% of the votes, according to early results that are coming in right now. Republican candidate Yvette Herrell has 48%.
Update (8:14 PM): In the race for El Paso District Attorney, early results show James Montoya has the support of 58% of voters. Bill Hicks has 42%.
Update (8:12 PM): 36% of voters have cast their ballots for mayoral candidate Renard Johnson. Brian Kennedy is currently in second place with 26% of the vote. Right now Cassandra Hernandez has 9% of the vote, while Steven B. Winters is in fourth place with 8%. Isabel Salcido currently has 7% of the votes.
Update (8:09 PM): ABC News currently projects Donald Trump to have 195 Electoral Votes and Kamala Harris to have 91 Electoral Votes.
Update (8:05 PM): 53% of Las Cruces voters have voted in favor of the City's Gross Receipts Tax increase measure. 47% of voters casted their ballots against the measure.
Update (7:58 PM): New Mexico U.S. Rep. District 2: Gabe Vasquez: 53%, Yvette Herrell: 47%.
Update (7:47 PM): Ted Cruz has 54% of the vote in the race for Texas' senate seat. His opponent, Colin Allred, has 44% of the vote right now.
U.S. Rep. District 23: Tony Gonzales: 62%, Santos Limon: 38%.
State Board of Education Dist. 1: Michael Travis Stevens: 55%, Gustavo Reveles: 45%.
New Mexico U.S. Rep. District 2: Yvette Herrell: 51%, Gabe Vasquez: 49%.
New Mexico U.S. Senator: Martin Heinrich: 53%, Nella Domenici: 47%.
Dona Ana District Attorney: Fernando Macias: 53%, Michael Cain: 47%.
Update (7:35 PM): 56% of voters have voted in favor of the City of El Paso's Proposition A, which will determine the future of the multipurpose event center that was planned for downtown. 43% of people voted against the measure.
Update (7:33 PM): Rudy Cruz Jr. has 62% of the vote in the race for Socorro Mayor. His opponent, Ivy Avalos, has 37% at the moment.
Update (7:26 PM): El Paso City Council District 1: Alejandra 'Ale' Chavez: 37%, Monica Reyes: 26%, Tom Handy: 20%, Sam Armijo: 14%.
El Paso City Council District 2: Josh Acevedo: 61%, Isabel Ceballos Otten: 38%.
El Paso City Council District 3: Jose Rodriguez: 27%, Deanna Maldonado-Rocha and Kenneth Bell: 21%, Fabiola H. Arellano: 19%, Jesse Romero: 11%.
El Paso City Council District 4: Joe Molinar: 39%, Cynthia Boyar Trejo: 26%, Wesley Lawrence 18%, Dorothy 'Sissy' Byrd: 15%.
El Paso City Council District 5: Ivan Nino: 37%, Amanda Cunningham: 25%, Felix J. Munoz: 21%, Sean 'Kowalski' Orr: 6%.
El Paso City Council District 7: Lily Limon: 42%, Chris Hernandez: 21%, Fabiola Campos Lopez: 20%, Alan Serna: 15%.
Update (7:23 PM): 35% of voters have cast their ballots for mayoral candidate Renard Johnson. Brian Kennedy is currently in second place with 25% of the vote. Right now Cassandra Hernandez has 9% of the vote, while Steven B. Winters is in third place with 8%.
Update (7:21 PM): The votes in favor of the Town of Anthony's Proposition A are leading at the moment with 57%, while the votes against currently total 42%.
Update (7:18 PM): Here are the latest results on the El Paso County Bond measures on the ballot:
- Proposition A: 54% in favor, 45% against
- Proposition B: 50% against, 49% in favor
- Proposition C: 58% against, 41% in favor
- Proposition D: 51% against, 48% in favor
- Proposition E: 62% in favor, 37% against
- El Paso County Hospital District Special Election: 63% in favor, 36% against
Update (7:16 PM): ABC News projects Donald Trump will win Texas' 40 Electoral Votes.
Update (7:13 PM): Republican Ozzie Carrasco is currently behind in the race for El Paso Constable Pct. 4 with 36% of the vote. Democratic candidate Luis 'Louie' Aguilar, meanwhile, has 63%.
Update (7:11 PM): Jackie Arroyo Butler currently has 56% of the vote in the race for El Paso County Commissioner Precinct 1. She leads Republican candidate Claudia Rodriguez with 37% of the vote and Ryan Woodcraft with 6% of the vote.
Update (7:08 PM): In the race for El Paso Sheriff, Democrat Oscar Ugarte is leading with 59% of the vote over the Republican candidate, Minerva Torres Shelton, who right now has 40% of the vote.
Update (7:06 PM): In the race for District Attorney, Democrat James Montoya has an early lead of 57% over Republican Bill Hicks, who currently has 42% of the vote.
Update (7:07 PM): In the race for Texas State House Dist. 74, Eddie Morales Jr. has 58% of the vote and Republican Robert Garza has 41%.
Update (7:02 PM): US Rep. District 16: Irene Armendariz Jackson has 39% and Veronica Escobar has 60%.
Update (6:56 PM): Early results for Texas Congressional District 23 show Republican Tony Gonzales with 73.26% of the vote and Democrat S. Limon is getting 26.74%.
Update (6:33 PM): Currently Texas is reporting 67.98% of people in the state have voted for Donald Trump and 31.06% for Kamala Harris.
Currently Texas results show that in the race for Texas' Senate seat, Ted Cruz has received 65.84% of the votes reported so far and Colin Allred has received 32.41% of the votes reported so far.
Update (6:29 PM): Currently Texas is reporting 80.51% of people in the state have voted for Donald Trump and 18.85% for Kamala Harris.
Currently Texas results show that in the race for Texas' Senate seat, Ted Cruz has received 78.65% of the votes reported so far and Colin Allred has received 19.81% of the votes reported so far.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Check here for all of the big updates from the night for all of the major local and national races.
