Only a few hours left to vote on this The most contentious elections of the year.

More than a million people in three states went to the polls early to vote ahead of Election Day. That number is expected to rise even more when polling stations close their doors on Tuesday evening.

The outcome of Tuesday’s elections will shape the future of the country, determining whether the new White House has allies or skeptics on Capitol Hill or faces a divided Congress like this past session, one of the most turbulent and unproductive in modern times.

This election year is distinguished by the ever-increasing world of campaign fundraising: $2.5 billion is being spent to win the Senate and almost $1 billion to win the House.

Here’s what you need to know when voting ends: It is always best to check with your local county board of elections for the latest information and rules.

When will the polls open on Election Day?

On Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, polls in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut all open at 6 a.m.

When do the polls close on Election Day?

Polls close at different times on Election Day depending on the state and jurisdiction.

Inside New JerseyPolls will close at 20.00 on election day. Here’s how to find your polling place.

Inside ConnecticutPolls will close at 20.00 on election day. Here’s how to find your polling place.

Inside new YorkPolls will close at 21.00 on Election Day Here’s how to find your polling place.

In order to vote, voters must line up before the polls are scheduled to close to be allowed to vote.

Lisa Mascaro of the Associated Press contributed to this report.