On Wednesday, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris made a call to congratulate Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential election. Harris, who is expected to deliver public remarks later in the day, also discussed the significance of a peaceful transfer of power and the need for the next president to serve all Americans, according to senior aides.
Trump, at 78, secured a dramatic return to the White House after being voted out four years ago. His victory, marked by a divisive campaign, signaled a shift in the political landscape, with Trump surpassing the required 270 Electoral College votes following a key win in Michigan. This victory flipped three crucial battleground states, known as the “Blue Wall,” traditionally dominated by Democrats.
As Trump’s Electoral College count rose to 292, against Kamala Harris’ 224, President Joe Biden is expected to call Trump later to offer his congratulations. Biden, who had withdrawn from the race earlier in the year, will likely address the nation on Thursday. Despite the polarized nature of the election, the focus has now turned to the future and ensuring a smooth transition of power.
