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flag AP shifts to expected vote estimates for improved accuracy in U.S. election night results.

flag The Associated Press (AP) has been counting votes in U.S. elections since 1848, standardizing results from about 5,000 contested races. flag On Election Day, reporters gather data directly from local officials, which is verified and updated at the AP's vote entry center. flag The AP has shifted to using expected vote estimates, improving accuracy by accounting for historical data and population changes, rather than relying solely on precinct reporting. flag This method enhances the reliability of election night results.

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