One of Harris’ senior aides confirmed that she spoke with the former President on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, discussing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power and being the president for all Americans.
The aide, who spoke on background, also confirmed that Harris will make a speech in Washington later Wednesday, the first since the result was announced.
Experts offered a variety of reasons for Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election.Andrew Harrer/Getty Images
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Trump trounces Harris
Trump was declared the winner of the contentious election on Wednesday after securing a landslide victory against his opponent, winning both the popular and electoral college votes to become the 47th US president.
His victory marks a historic moment as he becomes the first US president to win a non-consecutive second term since 1893 when Grover Cleveland staged a return after a defeat as incumbent four years before.
The Republican candidate was defeated by Joe Biden, the outgoing President in the controversial 2020 poll.
Similarly, his return to power also came after a tumultuous period that included two assassination attempts and a criminal conviction.
Trump’s victory sets the stage for a dramatic return to the White House, and the political landscape is already bracing for the impact of his comeback, which could reshape American politics in the years to come.
