Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris in one of the most tense and polarized contests in the country’s recent history.
Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States following an election defined by unprecedented events, including two assassination attempts against him and criminal charges. His victory over Vice President Kamala Harris marks a comeback to power after his controversial exit four years ago, when he refused to accept his defeat, culminating in the Capitol insurrection. Trump now joins the rare ranks of former presidents in modern history to return to the White House. As of this Wednesday, Trump has secured 277 electoral votes compared to Harris’s 224.
The race kept the nation in suspense until the very end. Kamala Harris managed to win in Minnesota, while the final margin in Michigan remains unconfirmed. However, Trump’s victories in Wisconsin and other key states like Pennsylvania were enough to secure his triumph in the Electoral College.
This outcome also marked a victory for the Republican Party, which regained control of the Senate and is close to reclaiming its majority in the House of Representatives. If finalized, Trump will have the backing of a Republican-led Congress, potentially facilitating the implementation of his ambitious agenda.
Throughout more than a year of campaigning, Trump outlined a second term focused on a blend of conservative policies in taxation and regulation, combined with populist proposals in trade and a redefined international role for the United States. While he has avoided detailing some aspects of his strategies, he has promised to “take bold measures” to address concerns from a base frustrated with the country’s direction.
With his return to the White House, Trump faces a deeply divided nation, yet his victory underscores the appeal of his message among those who see him as a voice against the establishment.
