To full proof your party from any sort of heated debate between sides, it might be best to only invite folks who you know are affiliated with the same political party. "This is the safest route for a host or even an attendee," Potter says. "You'll either be celebrating with or consoling one another.

Here's how election night unfolded in photos. Harris did not appear at her election watch party. At nearly 1 a.m. ET, with her path to victory shrinking, her campaign chief told supporters she will address them in the morning.

Vice President Kamala Harris addresses supporters shortly after she formally conceded the 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump.