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Unless you’re “Do Not Disturb”-ing yourself in a dark movie theater on Tuesday night to disassociate from the 2024 election (and we wouldn’t blame you), you’ll likely want to find the best places to tune into election coverage — whether you’re planning to spend the night in with yourself and a bottle of wine, or are hosting an Emotional Support watch party.
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Whatever the case, cable will be chock-full of political coverage as the votes are counted during what is expected to be an extremely tight race. However, cable-cutters can still stream election coverage live online through a variety of Live TV streamers, such as DirecTV and Sling TV — currently offering a free trial.
STREAM ELECTION COVERAGE FREE ON DIRECTV
DirecTV Stream lets you livestream election night coverage on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX and all the major networks. You can also watch all the broadcast networks online for free, plus ABC News, MSNBC and more with a 7-day free trial to Fubo.
STREAM ELECTION COVERAGE FREE ON FUBOTV
Below are a few of the major broadcasts to tune into on Tuesday night — from Rachel Maddow to “The Daily Show.”
‘Kornacki Cam’ Livestream on NBC
Steve Kornacki (and his khakis) returns to the spotlight on Tuesday night, during which he’ll be providing in-depth data analysis as polling numbers come in through the night. NBC’s election night coverage will be available to stream live on Peacock’s “Multiview” feature, which this year is updated to include a “Kornacki Cam” livestream. The livestream will also be available on the MSNBC Youtube channel. They know what the people want…
STREAM NBC COVERAGE ON PEACOCK $7.99/Month
Rachel Maddow on MSNBC
Rachel Maddow will lead MSNBC’s 2024 election coverage on Tuesday night. The anchor will provide breaking news updates and analysis with the assistance of Nicolle Wallace, Ari Melber, Joy Reid, Chris Hayes, Alex Wagner, Lawrence O’Donnell, Stephanie Ruhle and Jen Psaki.
Election Night Live With Brian Williams
Although Brian Williams is no longer with NBC News, he’s gearing up to hold forth from the early evening to the 11th hour during the national spectacle. Williams will lead a one-night special called “Election Night Live with Brian Williams.” The show, which will begin at 5 p.m. ET on Nov. 5, will be made available to all Amazon customers via Prime Video, regardless of whether they subscribe to the streaming outlet itself.
STREAM 'ELECTION NIGHT LIVE' ON PRIME VIDEO
The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Special
On election night, “The Daily Show” will air a live special hosted by Jon Stewart, starting at 11 p.m. Like his usually weeknight shows, the comedian and political commentator will begin the show with an opening monologue, followed by interviews and other bits centered on the unfolding election results. You can stream the special live on Sling TV, currently offering a free trial, or the next day on Paramount+.
STREAM 'THE DAILY SHOW' LIVE ON SLING TV Free Trial
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