Countdown to Inauguration: Trump vs. Harris Showdown

As November 5 approaches, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris gear up for a notable election. Key dates include sentencing for Trump, the electoral college meeting, and the inauguration. New regulations now make it harder to contest state results in Congress.

As Election Day on November 5 looms, the political spotlight is on former Republican President Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, contesting one of the most anticipated elections in recent history.

The timeline includes significant events, starting with Trump's sentencing hearing set for November 26, where he faces punishment in a Manhattan hush money scandal. Despite his denial of wrongdoing, he is the first former U.S. president convicted of a crime. Sentencing was previously scheduled for September 18.

In December, the Electoral College convenes, with the electors casting their votes for president and vice president. By January 6, Vice President Harris will preside over Congress's session to count the votes and announce the winner, adhering to new regulations on contesting state results. Finally, the inauguration on January 20 will formalize the election's results.

(With inputs from agencies.)