How to Watch Election Results Without Cable Tonight
Election night is here — use these streaming services to watch news channel broadcasts online without cable
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The 2024 presidential election is reaching its climax as ballots roll in all over the country.
At a Glance: How to Watch Election Day Results Without CableAs always, many Americans are eager to watch election night results live, but, if you’ve cut the cord on cable in the last four years, tuning into your favorite news station might be tricky. Below is a quick guide on the best ways to livestream Election Day results without cable right now, including streaming services that let you watch multiple news broadcasts of the 2024 presidential election results.
All major news networks are covering the 2024 presidential election results live. MSNBC, Fox News, and CNN are three of the most-watched channels, while ABC and NBC also bring in significant viewership.
For the most comprehensive coverage of election night, we recommend getting a live TV streaming service that includes as many news channels as possible. Here are some of our favorite options, including pricing and free trial information:
DirecTV Stream carries Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, ABC, and NBC in all of its cable streaming packages, making it one of the best ways to watch election results live online tonight. You get a five-day free trial to test it out, and then plans start at $79.99 a month. (Note: If you go with DirecTV Via Internet with a Gemini or Gemini Air device, you can get a multiview of different channels at once).
Another one of our favorite live TV streaming services is Fubo, which carries all the major news channels you’ll need to keep up tonight’s 2024 election results. Plans start at $79.99 a month, but you get a generous seven-day free trial that you can use to livestream Election Day for free.
Hulu + Live TV is a great all-in-one streaming service. You get 95+ live TV channels — including news networks to watch election results — and complimentary access to Disney+, Hulu (on-demand) content, and ESPN+. All of this costs $76.99 a month after a three-day free trial.
If you’re looking for a more affordable live TV streaming service, check out Sling. Plans start at $40 a month, offering a more streamlined service. Plus, Sling is running a deal right now that gets you 50 percent off your first month.
Prime Video will also be hosting an election results show, “Election Night Live with Brian Williams.” Starting at 5 p.m. ET, Prime Video subscribers can watch Williams and other guests present election results as they roll in.
Some of broadcast news’ biggest names are on air tonight to present this year’s election results live. Steve Kornacki — the Khaki-wearing star from Election Day 2020 — is back on MSNBC to present alongside main anchor Rachel Maddow. David Muir is working ABC’s coverage. On CNN, viewers can expect anchors Wolf Blitzer, Anderson Cooper, Kaitlan Collins, Laura Coates, and others throughout Election Day.
