Trump Claims Victory in Presidential Election
Former President Donald Trump, a Republican, claimed victory in his race against Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, for the presidency.
Addressing his supporters at his campaign’s election night watch party in West Palm Beach, Florida, in the early hours of Wednesday, November 6, Trump described his campaign as “the greatest political movement of all time” and asserted that his re-election will usher in the “Golden Age of America.”
The Associated Press had not yet declared a winner in the presidential election, although Trump held a substantial lead when he addressed his supporters. Trump also asserted that he won the popular vote, despite the fact that counting is ongoing.
Trump stated that Republicans had also won control of the House of Representatives, but this claim was premature as many House races remained too early or too close to call.
Emphasizing key themes of his campaign, which largely focused on cracking down on immigration and reviving the economy, which he claimed was struggling under President Joe Biden, Trump promised, “We’re going to fix our borders. We’re going to fix everything about our country.”
He was joined on stage by his wife and family, along with his vice presidential nominee, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance. On stage, Vance declared, “We just witnessed the greatest political comeback in the history of the United States of America.” Trump acknowledged Vance’s selection as running mate, stating that he “turned out to be a good choice” despite some initial doubts.
Trump also recognized billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, whom Trump lauded as “a new star” and “one of the most important people,” after Musk actively campaigned on Trump’s behalf in the final stages of the race.
Alluding to the composition of his potential future administration, Trump stated that former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would assist in “making America healthy again.” Amidst the audience chanting “Bobby! Bobby!” Trump said, “He wants to do some things, and we’re going to let him go to it.” Kennedy, a vaccine skeptic who ended his campaign in August and endorsed Trump, has recently expressed expectations of a prominent role overseeing federal health agencies.
In his speech, Trump also appeared to make reference to the multiple assassination attempts made against him, stating: “Many people have told me that God spared my life for a reason.”
Trump also invited UFC CEO Dana White, a staunch supporter, to briefly address the crowd. “This is karma, ladies and gentlemen. He deserves this,” White remarked about Trump’s presumed election victory.
“We’re gonna pay you back,” Trump stated, expressing gratitude to his supporters before adding, “Together we can truly make America great again for all Americans.”
“I will not let you down. America’s future will be bigger, better, bolder, richer, safer, and stronger than it has ever been before.”