The Electoral College has become one of the more controversial parts of the election cycle. Here's how it works and where Oklahoma plays a role.

The Electoral College is how the president of the United States is elected. In the U.S., there are 538 votes up for grabs between all 50 states and the District of Columbia. To win the election, a candidate needs to secure 270 electoral votes which is the majority of the College.

California has the most electoral votes of any state — 54. Here's how the Golden State will affect the Electoral College in upcoming presidential election.