Vice President Harris and former President Trump made their final campaign pushes in key swing states. Harris's surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live sparked controversy, with an FCC commissioner claiming it violated the Equal Time rule. New polls showed a tight race, with Harris leading in some battleground states. Trump continued to lay groundwork for disputing election results, stating he "shouldn't have left" the White House after the 2020 election. His comments about reporters being shot drew criticism. Both campaigns focused on energizing their bases and swaying undecided voters. Election security concerns persisted, with officials preparing for potential challenges. The tight race and potential for delayed results in states like Pennsylvania heightened tensions. As evening approached, both candidates held rallies in crucial states, delivering their closing arguments to voters.