Donald Trump Declared Winner in 2024 U.S. Presidential Election Amid Tight Race

As the dust settles on the 2024 U.S. presidential election, former President Donald Trump has been pronounced winner against Vice President Kamala Harris. The event had keen observers, where several battleground states that edged it to Trump’s favour had won the race to declare him winner.
Major Swing States Wins

Trump’s path to victory was through decisive wins in states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, Arizona, and North Carolina. These states have high electoral votes and were crucial battlegrounds. Trump’s ability to mobilize voters in these regions ultimately gave him the edge, securing over the required 270 electoral votes to reclaim the White House. In Pennsylvania, a state both parties had campaigned hard in, Trump led by a narrow margin and captured the state’s 19 electoral votes-most important for his own victory.

In Georgia and Arizona, two states that had flipped for Democrats in 2020, Trump made gains. His campaign focused on economic policies, and a good turnout from rural areas gave him the edge in those traditionally Republican strongholds. Trump’s victory in North Carolina sealed his advantage by adding 16 electoral votes to his tally and making a way back to the presidency.

Congressional Shifts

The Republicans maintained Senate control in the 2024 election. They gained two Senate seats, from West Virginia, Ohio, and Montana, for a majority of 52. Such control is rather powerful on the change in policies when both the executive and legislative powers are with one side. Having taken the Senate, Trump’s government will have fewer legislative bottlenecks in their push for conservative priorities: from tax cuts to immigration reform and judicial appointments.

The House of Representatives tilts to seem slightly towards the Republican side given that the GOP is leading with a small margin ahead in called races. Still, the races become too close to call thus making the remaining tally for the balance of power in the House rely on votes counted. This shift in Congress puts the Republicans at an advantage to pass more substantial legislation with fewer restraints.

Certification and Next Steps

Certificate and the FutureEven though the major news networks already proclaim that Trump has won the elections, there is still an official certification in several states. This entails finalizing all the counts and state certifications by December and will be followed by the actual meeting of the Electoral College on December 17, 2024. Then, on January 6, 2025, the final certification will be read before a joint session of Congress, making the transition seamless. BBC

The return of Trump to the White House promises a new era of conservative policymaking. His platform has emphasized themes that would define his priorities-issues of national security, energy independence, and economic growth. Trump’s win indicates a divided political landscape in the U.S.-voters split on so many key issues. ( Topinfo )