In a closely contested race, Republican candidate Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 60th US presidential election, narrowly defeating Democratic rival Kamala Harris. With 51.2% of the popular vote and 267 electoral votes, Trump declared himself the winner, despite Harris, the current vice president in the Biden administration, securing 47.4% of the vote and 224 electoral votes.
With just three more electoral votes required, Trump confidently proclaimed his victory. In his speech, the former president, who served as the 45th president, announced that his win marked the dawn of a “golden age” for America, further asserting that his triumph disproved the critics who had doubted him.
Trump claims victory after Fox News projects he has won US presidency and before other news outlets call the race for him https://t.co/ptQn0dUPNH pic.twitter.com/C2xngZ2BqZ
— Reuters (@Reuters) November 6, 2024
Trump’s political journey has been tumultuous since his 2020 defeat to Joe Biden, with a series of personal and professional setbacks. He was banned from Twitter until being reinstated by Elon Musk, a vocal ally and friend.
In response to his victory, world leaders, celebrities, and citizens took to social media to share their congratulations. French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his readiness to continue collaborating with Trump, recalling their productive four years together. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised Trump’s commitment to “peace through strength” and hoped to bolster bipartisan support for Ukraine. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a series of images highlighting his strong relationship with Trump, emphasizing their mutual dedication to promoting global peace and prosperity. Have a look:
Congratulations, President @realDonaldTrump. Ready to work together as we did for four years. With your convictions and mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) November 6, 2024
Congratulations to @realDonaldTrump on his impressive election victory!
I recall our great meeting with President Trump back in September, when we discussed in detail the Ukraine-U.S. strategic partnership, the Victory Plan, and ways to put an end to Russian aggression against…
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) November 6, 2024
Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your previous term, I look forward to renewing our collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. Together,… pic.twitter.com/u5hKPeJ3SY
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 6, 2024
Indian celebrities also celebrated Trump’s victory, with actress Kangana Ranaut expressing her congratulations, while comedian Vir Das humorously remarked, “Let the unlimited supply of comedy material begin!”
Best meme on twitter today.
Congratulations @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/f7qsc6FQ71— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) November 6, 2024
Let the unlimited supply of comedy subject material….begin 😁
— Vir Das (@thevirdas) November 6, 2024
