The Republicans are entering election day with a historic lead in a majority of states, figures show. This is the first time that registered Republicans have outvoted registered Democrats in more states since at least 2008, with early voting traditionally favoured by Democrats.

Republicans are going into Election Day with a big lead over Democrats when it comes to early voting totals, according to political consulting firms that are tracking the returns. Why it matters: Though we won't know any results until after the polls close at 7pm Tuesday,

In a surprise shift from previous elections, Arizona Republicans believe early-voting numbers could be the party’s key to success. “Unless Democrats drastically change their [voting] behavior by Tuesday,