The Republican candidate for the White House, Donald Trumpwas proclaimed this Wednesday the winner of the presidential elections in the United States with a total so far of 277 electoral votes compared to the 224 of his rival, Democrat Kamala Harris, according to projections by the country’s main media.
The former president had already claimed victory against Vice President Harris during a rally before his followers in Palm Beach (Florida), after obtaining good partial results and winning the popular vote, according to the preliminary count.
The Electoral College is a body made up of 538 delegates who elect states based on their population. The winning candidate in each state, even by a single vote, takes all of its delegates with the exception of Nebraska and Maine. The candidate who reaches 270 wins the elections.
Accompanied by his family and campaign managers, the former president assured from Palm Beach that he will govern for everyone and that “together” they will make a better United States.
«Success is going to unite us, and we are going to start by putting America first. “I will not let you down,” he said during a speech lasting less than half an hour at the Palm Beach convention center (on the east coast of Florida).
The former Republican president thanked each of the members of his family and the Americans in a statement that had a largely conciliatory tone and in which he invited “putting the divisions of recent years behind us.”
Trump celebrated his good results in key states such as North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, and boasted of having regained the majority in the Senate for the Republicans.
Before completing the count and after learning some important data about the voting trend throughout the country, Harris decided to cancel the speech she was scheduled to give at the end of election day and postponed it until this Wednesday, according to her campaign.
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**Interview with Political Analyst Jane Doe on the 2024 Presidential Election Results**
**Interviewer (I):** Welcome, Jane. We just witnessed a historic election outcome with Donald Trump being declared the winner against Kamala Harris. What are your initial thoughts on this pivotal moment in U.S. politics?
**Jane Doe (JD):** Thank you for having me. It’s indeed a significant moment. Trump’s victory was not entirely unexpected, given the polarization we’ve seen over the past few years. However, the margin of his win could indicate a shift in electoral dynamics, especially considering the popular vote he claimed alongside the electoral votes.
**I:** Speaking of the electoral votes, Trump secured 277 compared to Harris’s 224. How does the Electoral College impact the overall result, especially in such a closely contested election?
**JD:** The Electoral College is crucial. It can sometimes lead to outcomes that seem disproportionate to the popular vote. Each state has a certain number of electoral votes based on its population, and winning a state – even by a single vote – gives a candidate all of its electoral votes, which is what happened here. Trump effectively leveraged this system to secure victory, despite potentially being in a close popular vote scenario.
**I:** After declaring victory, Trump stated he would govern for everyone and emphasized unity and “putting America first.” How important are these themes to his administration moving forward?
**JD:** Those themes are central to Trump’s political identity. His insistence on unity resonates with his supporters who feel marginalized during the previous administration. However, how he translates that message into action in a divided country will be critical. He will need to engage with factions that didn’t support him, which could be challenging.
**I:** Kamala Harris has acknowledged her loss at Howard University, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and resilience. What does this concession mean for the Democratic Party moving forward?
**JD:** Harris’s concession is significant as it allows the Democratic Party to regroup and reflect on its strategies moving forward. It’s a chance for them to analyze what went wrong and how they can connect better with voters. The coming months will be crucial for them to rebuild and prepare for the next election cycle.
**I:** looking ahead, what do you believe will be the most pressing issue for Trump’s administration in its early days?
**JD:** One major issue will definitely be addressing the economic recovery post-pandemic. Additionally, navigating the tensions within his party and reaching across the aisle for bipartisan support will be critical. The expectations are high, and how he manages these challenges will define the early years of his presidency.
**I:** Thank you, Jane, for your insights on this historical moment in American politics.
**JD:** Thank you for having me. It’s going to be an interesting time ahead!
