Vice President Kamala Harris has officially conceded the 2024 presidential race. She spoke on Wednesday at her alma mater, Howard University. President-elect Trump took calls of congratulations from world leaders on Wednesday as the country prepares to transition to the next administration. President Joe Biden spoke with Trump to congratulate him on his victory. He invited the president-elect to the White House to discuss the presidential transition. The Trump campaign said the meeting will take place shortly.
Trump won greater support from nearly all demographic groups in Tuesday’s election than he did four years ago. Since 2020, Trump has gained significantly with young, black, and Hispanic voters. Trump also made notable gains with women, fathers, and veterans. According to exit polls by Edison Research, he also drew increased support from voters on both sides of the abortion debate. Economic concerns, particularly inflation, were top priorities.
Control of the U.S. House is still up in the air as Republicans inch closer to taking the gavel. Despite the current lead in seats, there could still be a slim five-seat majority, much like in the last Congress.
