The polls are as close as can be. The result might not be.

On today’s show: Gideon Resnick breaks down what the latest polling says, including a surprising poll from Iowa. Plus, why Trump and Harris are both a normal polling error away from a blowout, according to 538. CNN explains how this became the most expensive election in U.S. history. NBC has your state-by-state guide on how to vote in the 2024 election. Plus, the Washington Post reports on how local officials are beefing up security ahead of Election Day, NPR explains why voters are visiting Susan B. Anthony’s grave, and the Times of San Diego has a tip to cope with election anxiety: viewing adorable animals. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.