US Elections: President Biden reacts to Harris’ loss

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Just hours after former American President Donald Trump secured a stunning victory in the presidential polls, incumbent Joe Biden applauded his deputy Kamala Harris — the Democrat candidate — for leading a historic campaign under extraordinary circumstances.

“What America saw today was the Kamala Harris I know and deeply admire. She’s been a tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage, and character,” Biden said in a statement Wednesday, November 6.

“Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that embodied what’s possible when guided by a strong moral compass and a clear vision for a nation that is more free, more just, and full of more opportunities for all Americans.

“As I’ve said before, selecting Kamala was the very first decision I made when I became the nominee for president in 2020. It was the best decision I made. Her story represents the best of America’s story. And as she made clear today, I have no doubt that she’ll continue writing that story.

“She will continue the fight with purpose, determination, and joy. She will continue to be a champion for all Americans. Above all, she will continue to be a leader our children will look up to for generations to come as she puts her stamp on America’s future.

Harris, who lost the election to Trump, wasn’t the initial choice of the Democrats. However, after the U.S. President fared badly in the debate with Trump, he stepped down and Harris took over. She led her campaign enthusiastically, but was unable to get over the line as Trump made a stunning comeback following a defeat in 2020.

Harris also called trump to concede defeat, but said her fight, which powered the campaign, will remain. The VP also assured the President-elect of a smooth transition of power.

“We made history,” declared Trump, who will become the 47th President of the United States.

He won 277 electoral college seats — a clear majority in the 538-member body — and 51% of the popular votes, setting him on a clear path to the presidency that he lost in 2020.

At 78, he will be the oldest president to set foot in the White House. He is also the second president to be elected after being defeated. The last one was Grover Cleveland, who won his second term in 1893.

The Republicans also recaptured the Senate, assured of at least 51 seats in the 100-member body.

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