US-(Special Correspondent): Vice President Kamala Harris officially conceded the 2024 presidential race to President-elect Donald Trump, reaching out in a brief but significant phone call. CNN reported that Harris congratulated Trump, acknowledging his win and emphasizing the need for a smooth transition, expressing hope he would govern inclusively. Sources revealed the conversation lasted only a few minutes.
Harris will deliver her concession speech at 6 p.m. local time (4:30 a.m. IST) on Thursday. She decided to forgo her scheduled election night address after it became clear that Trump had surpassed the needed 270 electoral votes, becoming the 47th President of the United States. Key swing states like Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Wisconsin proved decisive for Trump’s win, which also saw him claim the popular vote—making him the first Republican to do so since George W. Bush in 2004. Celebrating in Florida, Trump declared to supporters, “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate.”
The 60-year-old Harris, the first Black and South Asian woman to lead a major party ticket, left her mark on American politics, raising over $1 billion for her campaign with the backing of high-profile supporters like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Oprah, and even some Republicans.
Trump Elected 47th U.S. President in Historic Comeback
In a stunning political comeback, Donald Trump, aged 78, reclaimed the White House, marking a pivotal shift in American leadership. Trump surpassed the 270 Electoral College votes needed, according to Edison Research, and won the decisive swing state of Wisconsin.
Addressing his victory, Trump stated, “America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate,” to a crowd of jubilant supporters in Florida. His campaign tapped into voter concerns over inflation and crime, winning over a significant base of rural, white, and non-college-educated Americans. Trump’s strong showing among Hispanic and working-class voters impacted by inflation also contributed to his victory.
Despite ongoing legal issues and a polarized public, Trump managed to secure enough support to return to office. His success signals major implications for U.S. policies on trade, climate, immigration, and international relations, with potential tariff increases that could ignite tensions with China and U.S. allies.
Harris Ends Campaign, Pledges Support for Transition of Power
Harris’s concession marks the end of a high-stakes 15-week campaign. Despite rallying her party and raising unprecedented funds, she could not overcome Trump’s advantage among voters concerned about the economy and immigration. In contrast to Trump’s rhetoric, Harris focused on unity and democratic values, but was ultimately unable to sway enough voters.
Trump’s Controversial Campaign and Historic Win
Trump’s campaign, marked by fierce rhetoric, aimed to resonate with those frustrated by economic pressures. His remarks against immigrants and challenges to the integrity of U.S. elections deepened political divides. Trump’s opponents fear that, in his second term, he may further consolidate executive power and influence federal agencies against political adversaries.
Trump’s victory reaffirms his influence over a deeply divided electorate and cements his legacy as only the second president in U.S. history, after Grover Cleveland, to win non-consecutive terms.
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