Donald Trump stands on the brink of reclaiming the White House, with projections showing him narrowly ahead of Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. With only a handful of states yet to declare, Trump has amassed 266 electoral votes to Harris’s 194, just four shy of the 270 needed for victory.
Pennsylvania, a pivotal battleground state with 19 electoral votes, was a significant win for Trump, who also secured North Carolina and Georgia. These victories leave Harris with a narrow path to success, with Trump well-poised to make an extraordinary political comeback after his 2020 defeat.
At a lively watch party in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump’s supporters erupted into cheers as Fox News projected his lead. The former president’s son, Eric Trump, shared photos of Trump preparing to address the crowd, who chanted, “We want Trump!” Trump is expected to speak shortly, with his wife Melania and running mate J.D. Vance alongside him on stage.
Meanwhile, the Republicans are also projected to regain control of the Senate, marking a significant shift in legislative power. The Senate majority would enable Trump, if victorious, to move forward with his agenda and make key judicial appointments. The House, where Democrats need to flip only four seats to reclaim control, remains undecided, with results still coming in.
In the Harris camp, spirits have waned as projections in swing states continue to favor Trump. Harris has indicated she will not make a public statement tonight.
Should Trump secure the presidency, his win will be a landmark in U.S. political history, overcoming multiple legal challenges and scandals to regain the office.