- The Electoral College has 538 delegates and, to win, candidates need at least a majority of 270 | Photo: EFE
The Republican candidate for the White House, Donald Trump, won the elections on Tuesday, November 5, in the states of: Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, South Carolina and Oklahoma. While Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris won Massachusetts, Maryland, Rhode Island, Connecticut and the District of Columbia, according to major media projections.
Harris also added the states of New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Illinois, Washington, Oregon and California. While the former Republican president took control of Texas, the Dakotas, Ohio, Louisiana, Wyoming and two delegates from Nebraska. Additionally, Idaho was awarded.
With these states, Trump continues to lead the Democrat by 214 delegates compared to 187 in the Electoral College in his goal of reaching the 270 that give victory.
These are predictable victories for both candidates in states that were their strongholds in elections that will depend on seven states – Pennsylvania, Georgia, South Carolina, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona and Nevada – for which the results are not yet known. .
These are predictable victories for both candidates in states that were their strongholds in elections that will depend on seven states – Pennsylvania, Georgia, South Carolina, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona and Nevada – for which the results are not yet known. .
Americans do not decide by popular vote who will be their next president, but rather they designate a number of electors in each state who make up the Electoral College and who are in charge of choosing the next tenant of the White House.
The Electoral College has 538 delegates and, to win, Trump or Harris need at least a majority of 270.
The electoral colleges in half of the states in the United States have already closed at 8:00 pm, including Pennsylvania, the pivotal state that grants the most delegates for the Electoral College and for which the results are not yet known.
With information from EFE
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### Interview with Political Analyst Lisa Greene on the 2020 Electoral College Results
**Host:** Welcome back! Today, we’re diving into the Electoral College results from the recent elections, and joining us is political analyst Lisa Greene. Lisa, thanks for being here!
**Lisa Greene:** Thank you for having me! It’s great to discuss these crucial election outcomes.
**Host:** Let’s start with the basics. Can you break down how the Electoral College works, particularly regarding the required 270 votes for a win?
**Lisa Greene:** Absolutely! The Electoral College consists of 538 electors, and to win the presidency, a candidate must secure a majority—at least 270 electoral votes. Each state has a certain number of votes based on its population, and these votes are generally awarded on a winner-takes-all basis, except in Maine and Nebraska, which allocate them differently.
**Host:** Speaking of Maine, Joe Biden managed to earn three electoral votes there—one from the 1st Congressional District and two from the statewide count. How significant are these smaller states in the overall context of the election?
**Lisa Greene:** Smaller states can play a surprisingly pivotal role in elections. While their total number of electoral votes may be low, every vote counts. In close races, winning smaller states can be a strategic advantage, as we saw with Biden’s performance in Maine.
**Host:** As we look at the results, the map shows a familiar divide. Trump has solidified his position with wins in states like Florida and Texas, while Biden has secured states like California and New York. What does this reveal about voter sentiment across the country?
**Lisa Greene:** It reflects the entrenched political divides in the U.S. Some states are longstanding strongholds for either party, showing regional preferences that often correlate with demographics, local issues, and economic conditions. However, swing states, such as Pennsylvania and Georgia, will ultimately decide the election, highlighting where the real battlegrounds lie.
**Host:** You mentioned those critical seven states, including Pennsylvania and Georgia, where results were still pending. Why are those states so crucial?
**Lisa Greene:** Those states are vital because they are known to swing between parties in different elections. Winning these states can catapult a candidate over the 270-vote threshold. Their diverse populations and economic issues make them microcosms of the national electorate.
**Host:** The current electoral map shows Trump leading with 214 votes to Biden’s 187. How does this affect the strategies of both candidates as they head into this decisive phase of the election?
**Lisa Greene:** Each campaign will likely intensify their focus and resources on those remaining states still in the balance. Expect more candidate appearances, targeted ads, and a push for grassroots mobilization. It’s all about securing those last crucial votes.
**Host:** It’s fascinating how intricate American elections are. Thank you, Lisa, for your insights!
**Lisa Greene:** My pleasure! Let’s keep an eye on those battleground states as the results roll in.
**Host:** Up next, we’ll discuss the implications of voter turnout in this election. Stay tuned!
