LIVE BLOG: Election Day updates
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Polls have closed and millions of Texans have voted in the Nov. 5 general election. Former President Donald Trump received the most votes in the state, NBC news projects. In addition to the top-of-the-ticket presidential race, Texans also chose to re-elect Ted Cruz to the U.S. Senate, and cast their votes in several statewide and local races.
As of Monday evening, 9,060,035 Texas votes were cast, for a statewide turnout of 48.65%. More than 18.6 million Texans are currently registered to vote, according to the Secretary of State’s office.
This live blog will be updated with new Election Day information. Stick with KXAN for the latest election updates.