Republican candidate Donald Trump declared victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential race, citing projections by Fox News that he had defeated Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Speaking to a crowd at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Trump celebrated a “powerful mandate” and appeared poised for a political comeback. Key battlegrounds like Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia were reported to have tipped in his favor, strengthening his position, though other news outlets had yet to officially call the race. Harris did not address her supporters gathered at Howard University, with her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, urging patience as votes continued to be counted.
Trump’s apparent success reflects stronger support among Hispanic and lower-income voters, and he performed better than in 2020 across diverse regions, from rural counties to urban centers. Exit polls indicated economic issues were crucial for many voters, who cited rising costs as a top concern. Global markets reacted in anticipation of a Trump win, with U.S. stock futures, the dollar, and bitcoin rising in value.
The campaign’s closing stages were marked by heated rhetoric and controversies, with Trump reiterating unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud in Philadelphia and Detroit. The 2024 race capped off an intense election season, with Harris aiming to make history as the first female, Black, and South Asian American president, while Trump could become the first president to serve non-consecutive terms in over a century.
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