In a moment charged electrifying energy, Donald Trump addressed his supporters in Florida, claiming victory as the 47th President of the United States. With only a few electoral votes remaining to officially confirm the win, Trump's address was celebrated by his supporters, who greeted him with resounding cheers.
"I will fight for you, for your family and your future every single day. I will be fighting for you with every breath in my body. I will not rest until we have delivered the strong, safe and prosperous America that our children deserve and that you deserve. This will truly be the golden age of America," said Trump.
Stating the obvious, Trump said, "We’ve achieved the most incredible political thing, political victory, that our country has never seen before --- nothing like this."
Stating the obvious, Trump said, "We've achieved the most incredible political thing, political victory, that our country has never seen before --- nothing like this."
In a campaign marred by unprecedented assassination attempts, foreign interference, and vitriolic rhetoric, and fears of violence, the US electorate has chosen Trump, a convicted criminal, over his Democratic rival Vice President Kamala Harris, who was hoping to break the ultimate glass ceiling by becoming the first woman president.
Trump, who was backed by billionaire Elon Musk, exited the White House four years back after losing the elections to Democratic rival Joe Biden. In 2024, he will be back in the White House after securing a landslide victory, proving his critics wrong.
Trump served his first term as US president from 2016 to 2020 after defeating Democratic rival Hillary Clinton. His second term seemed quite improbable due to his controversial exit in 2020 and a series of legal troubles earlier this year.
However, the billionaire businessman made a remarkable comeback and is set for his second innings in the White House.
Donald Trump won the North Carolina swing state in the early projections, and maintained a close lead in all other key states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and other swing states as well.
In Georgia, Trump made a striking comeback reclaiming the crucial battleground state that slipped from his grasp in 2020.
With this victory, he solidified his position and the turnaround gave a significant boost to the Republican Party as they moved closer to a win.
Donald Trump when announcing his candidature for the 2024 Presidential elections said that the mass deportation operation, a new Muslim ban, tariffs on all imported goods and 'freedom cities' built on federal land would be parts of his initial plan.
Apart from that, much of Trump's 2024 presidential campaign was dominated by the investigations into former President Donald Trump and the subsequent charges against him.
But with less than a year until Election Day, Trump changed the course of the narrative against him by presenting a sweeping set of policy goals if and when wins a second term.
On key issues like the Ukraine-Russia conflict, immigration policies and the Israel-Hamas war, the former Republican president said that he would "encourage" Russia to attack any NATO member that didn't meet its financial obligations to the bloc instead of defending "delinquent" member nations.
He later softened that stance slightly but has also spoken of pulling out of NATO if members don't increase defence spending.
Trump also made a bold claim that he would end the war in Ukraine before his inauguration in January 2025, if elected.
On the Israel-Hamas conflict, Trump reiterated his support to Netanyahu but said Israel needs to get its offensive in Gaza over with quickly because it's "absolutely losing the PR war."
Trump's immigration policy, often hailed by his supporters has been clear since 2016. promised the largest deportation operation in US history if he is elected.
World leaders have already started to send their congratulations to the 47th President-elect, who will be only the second man in history to serve two non-consecutive terms as president.
The first one to congratulate Trump was none other than the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
"Congratulations on history's greatest comeback! Your historic return to the White House offers a new beginning for America and a powerful recommitment to the great alliance between Israel and America," says Netanyahu, adding "This is a huge victory!"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban also congratulated 78-year-old Trump for his possible second term. "The biggest comeback in US political history! Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his enormous win. A much-needed victory for the World!" Orban said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated his friend on his historic election victory. "As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together, let's work for the betterment of our people and to promote global peace, stability and prosperity," Modi said in a post on X.
Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together,… pic.twitter.com/u5hKPeJ3SY
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 6, 2024
UK PM Keir Starmer said, "I look forward to working with you in the years ahead. As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in defence of our shared values of freedom, democracy and enterprise. From growth and security to innovation and tech, I know that the UK-US special relationship will continue to prosper on both sides of the Atlantic for years to come."
French President Emmanuel Macron posted on X, "Ready to work together as we were able to do during four years. With your convictions and mine. In respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he appreciates Trump's commitment to "peace through strength" as the Republican presidential nominee closes in on the electoral votes needed to win the White House.
"We look forward to an era of a strong United States of America under President Trump's decisive leadership," said Zelenskyy, adding "I appreciate President Trump's commitment to the 'peace through strength' approach in global affairs. This is exactly the principle that can practically bring just peace in Ukraine closer. I am hopeful that we will put it into action together."
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen has congratulated Donald Trump and urged him to work with her on a "transatlantic partnership". Von der Leyen said the EU and US were "more than just allies", but shared a deep bond "rooted in our shared history, commitment to freedom and democracy, and common goals of security and opportunity for all".
"The people of the United States have spoken and Ireland will work to deepen and strengthen the historic and unbreakable bonds between our people and our nations in the years ahead," said Simon Harris, Prime Minister of Ireland. Ireland is the European HQ to some of the US's most important companies.
