US Congress Validates Trump's Triumph in the 2024 Elections
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Washington, Jan 6 (NationPress) The US Congress has officially acknowledged President-elect Donald Trump's triumph in the November 2024 elections, concluding a ceremonial process that his supporters had attempted to obstruct in 2021, erroneously believing he was denied a rightful victory.
Vice-President Kamala Harris oversaw the proceedings on a snowy day, which essentially served as a confirmation of her own defeat to Trump as the nominee of the Democratic Party.
"The total number of electors appointed to cast votes for President of the United States is 538, and to secure a majority, 270 votes are required," Harris announced, bringing the session to a close.
"The votes for President of the United States are as follows: Donald J Trump from the State of Florida received 312 votes, while Kamala D. Harris from California garnered 226 votes. The total number of electors appointed to vote for Vice-President is also 538, with a majority of 270 needed. The Vice-President votes are: JD Vance of Ohio received 312 votes."
"This declaration of the voting results by the President of the Senate will be regarded as an adequate proclamation of the individuals elected as President and Vice-President of the United States, each set to begin their term on the 20th of January 2025, and will be documented alongside the vote tally in the journals of the House and the Senate. Thank you very much."
Four years ago today, Trump's supporters marched to the US Capitol, where both chambers of Congress convened to certify Joe Biden's election as President, defeating the then-incumbent President by a comfortable margin. Their goal was to halt this process. Rioters stormed the building while lawmakers sought refuge wherever possible. Tragically, five individuals lost their lives in the immediate aftermath, one shot by police and others succumbing to various causes.
Back then, President-elect Trump ignored several traditions associated with the transition of power. Unlike his predecessors, he did not extend an invitation to Biden for a White House meeting—an act customary for outgoing Presidents, as demonstrated by President Barack Obama and President Biden during their own transitions. He also departed for Mar-a-Lago in Florida without participating in Biden's inauguration.
Trump has never publicly acknowledged his defeat.
In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump made no reference to the event occurring in the US Congress, stating, "Biden is doing everything possible to make the TRANSITION as challenging as possible, from unprecedented lawfare to absurd and costly Executive Orders on the Green New Scam and other financial hoaxes. Rest assured, these 'Orders' will soon be revoked, and we will restore our nation with Common Sense and Strength. MAGA!!!"
President-elect Trump is scheduled to take the oath of office on January 20, with President Biden confirming his attendance at the ceremony.
