Donald Trump has claimed victory in the US presidential election. The Republican candidate is given well ahead but the final figures are not yet known.
“I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honor of being elected the 47th president.” And so, on Wednesday, November 6, at 8:30 a.m. French time, Donald Trump claimed victory in the November 5 U.S. presidential election. While the final results are not yet known, the Republican candidate is on track to sweep the board. his Democratic competitor Kamala Harris.
In West Palm Beach, Florida, the man who seems very close to settling back into the White House congratulated himself on having led “the greatest political movement ever seen in our country,” a movement like “no one has ever seen before,” dismissing the predictions: “Many thought it was unthinkable. Now it's clear, look at what's happening today."
As he closed in on the 270 electoral votes he needed to clinch the presidency, Donald Trump took the stage in Palm Beach, Florida, for his election night speech.
“This is a movement like nobody’s ever seen before,” he said. https://t.co/AZcZsmF9Az pic.twitter.com/tf9j7uJwkZ
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 6, 2024
The former president (2016-2020) boasted of a “political victory” and also rejoiced in having “won the popular vote”. A snub from fate, since in 2016 he had been criticized for winning with fewer votes than his rival Hillary Clinton. It must be said that according to forecasts, Donald Trump could collect 5 million more votes than his Democratic opponent this time. Far from the “closest election in history” as many observers predicted. For the 78-year-old candidate, victory seems total since the American Senate has also swung to the Republican camp. As for the House of Representatives, the counting is still underway and the outcome looks uncertain.
A massive, lightning red wave that has thwarted forecasts
To once again climb into the Oval Office in Washington, Donald Trump notably won the American election in the key states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia. He also arrived leading in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, West Virginia, the two Dakotas, Wyoming, Ohio, Utah, Montana and Idaho.
In total, Trump had 267 electors on Wednesday morning thanks to these victories, out of the 270 needed to reach the White House. He still had to win several swing states (if not all) as well as the votes in traditionally Republican states. All the barometers and the media, including the very democratic New York Times, assured from 7 am and at more than 90%, the victory of the Republican candidate.
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11:01 – Some administration positions eyed by Trump associates
Allies of former President Donald Trump are already discussing potential administration positions, three sources close to him told CNN Some have begun to contact members of Trump's inner circle to try to get his voice heard. Trump, “known for being superstitious,” has largely “avoided such conversations in recent weeks, despite efforts by his allies to position himself favorably,” reports CNN. Sometimes he would propose names as possible choices for the administration, but would not commit himself further. That will probably be impossible in the future, as those who thought they had proven their loyalty to him begin to step up their efforts.
10:54 – Donald Trump's platform as future president of the United States
Even if the results are not final, Donald Trump is now assured of becoming the 47th president of the United States. The latter proposes a program focused on the economy and immigration, with several flagship measures. All the details in our dedicated article below.
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Election officials in Wayne County, Michigan reported an additional 200,000 votes shortly after 4 a.m., but the update didn't specify who would ultimately win the state. The reason: Harris won that update, narrowing Trump's lead in Michigan. Mind you, the Republican is still in the lead with new ballots to be counted. So far, Trump is credited with 51% of the vote in Michigan, compared to 47% for Harris.
08:57 – Emmanuel Macron congratulates Donald Trump
The President of the Republic Emmanuel Macron has just congratulated Donald Trump while the final results of the American presidential election are not yet known. The Republican has a total of 267 electors out of the 270 needed to access the White House. “Congratulations President Donald Trump. Ready to work together as we have been able to do for four years,” says Emmanuel Macron on X.
Félicitations Président Donald Trump. Prêt à travailler ensemble comme nous avons su le faire durant quatre années. Avec vos convictions et avec les miennes. Avec respect et ambition. Pour plus de paix et de prospérité.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) November 6, 2024
08:54 – “God bless America” Trump concludes in Florida
“We are going to put America first. We can make it great again. It is a great honor, I will not abandon you. The future of America will be stronger than ever. God bless you, God bless America”, this is how Donald Trump concludes his speech in West Palm Beach in front of an overheated crowd before performing his traditional little dance steps.
08:52 – “Everybody voted for us”, Trump says
“This campaign has been so historic. We have built the broadest coalition, it's never been seen before: men, women, rural, urban,” Trump continued from Florida. “Everybody voted for us, citizens from all walks of life. We are the party of common sense, we want strong borders, security, training opportunities, a strong military. For four years, we didn't have a war except when we crushed ISIS. Together we can unleash the full potential of America.” “Find a glorious future,” Trump says.
08:50 – A speech to the glory of America and a dig at China
“I want to thank the hard-working Americans. We've been through so much together, you went to the polls to make this victory possible, an unprecedented victory. We're going to honor you. We need to get things back on track, and we need to get it back on track quickly. We're going to do it in different ways. This day will be remembered as the day Americans took back control (…) We're going to cut taxes, we're going to reduce the debt, China has no resources, we have the greatest people,” can be heard from West Palm Beach.
08:40 – Donald Trump already mentions immigration in his speech
“We need to make our country special again, the greatest country by far. Things are getting messed up, especially at the borders. People who come here need to come here legally,” Trump said in an opening speech that has already touched on immigration. several times.
08:38 – "This is the most beautiful political comeback in history", says Vance
"I want to congratulate the Vice President of the United States", JD Vance, cheered by Republican supporters, Trump says, before his Vice President takes the floor. "Mr. President, thank you. Thank you for your confidence, this is the most beautiful political comeback in the history of the United States. Under President Trump, we will never stop fighting for you and your children. It will be an “economic” comeback, Vance says.
08:34 – “We have taken back control of the Senate,” Trump says
“The United States has given us a strong mandate, we have taken back control of the Senate,” Trump says to applause from the crowd. “These elections were exceptional (…) they were exceptional meetings, thank you. We will have senators of an exceptional level,” he continued. “I want to thank my beautiful wife and First Lady, Melania. Her book is a bestseller in the country,” he said, kissing her, “she did an extraordinary job.”
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