RESORCES
- Candidates: The main contenders were former President Donald Trump for the Republican Party and Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic Party.
- Outcome: Donald Trump won the election, securing enough electoral votes to become the 47th President of the United States.
📌New York Post - Electoral College Votes: A candidate needs at least 270 out of 538 electoral votes to win the presidency. Trump surpassed this threshold by winning key battleground states.
📌270toWin - Popular Vote: While the Electoral College determines the presidency, the popular vote reflects the total number of individual votes cast nationwide. In this election, Trump also won the popular vote, marking the first time a Republican has done so in two decades.
📌LiveMint - Historical Significance: Trump's victory makes him the second U.S. president to serve non-consecutive terms, following Grover Cleveland.
📌New York Post - Voter Turnout: The election saw unprecedented voter engagement, with early voting numbers reaching 78 million, indicating a highly motivated electorate.
📌The Scottish Sun - Key Issues: Major topics influencing voters included the economy, immigration, healthcare, and abortion rights. Trump's campaign focused on economic policies and border security, while Harris emphasized healthcare reform and reproductive rights.
📌Reuters - Swing States: Critical battleground states such as Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Wisconsin played pivotal roles in the election outcome, with Trump securing victories in these areas.
📌New York Post - Demographic Shifts: Trump gained increased support among Latino voters and made inroads with Black voters in certain regions, contributing to his overall success.
📌The Times - International Reactions: Global leaders, including those from Saudi Arabia and Israel, extended congratulations to Trump, indicating international acknowledgment of the election results.
📌The Times