With the decisive victory, former US President Donald Trump, along with the Republican Party, was able to assume the leadership of the United States government in the new term after great election victories in 2024.
Presidential Race:
Donald Trump has emerged victorious in the presidential election, garnering more than 270 electoral votes. Crucial wins for him in North Carolina and Georgia made that possible. In North Carolina, he collected 16 electoral votes, while in Georgia, he got 16, further helping him clinch the victory.
Senate Composition:
Republicans have reclaimed the Senate majority winning by flipping crucial seats from states. Key to success in this election was in Ohio where Bernie Moreno beat, and Deb Fischer returned safely to Nebraska. This way, Republicans are now having more say in legislative agenda-making and appointment processes.
House of Representatives:
In the House, Republicans have gained seats, winning in key districts. The competitive races in New York and California resulted in Republicans winning seats previously held by Democrats, making the GOP majority even stronger.
Gubernatorial Races:
Republicans have gained considerable ground in gubernatorial contests. In North Carolina, the Republican candidate won the governorship in a competitive race, adding to the party’s state-level leadership.
Historical Milestones:
Another achievement in the election is holding historic elections. Angela Alsobrooks and Lisa Blunt Rochester are also the first Black women that were elected to the United States Senate as representatives for Maryland and Delaware, respectively. Bernie Moreno’s victory marked Ohio’s first Latino senator for a country that is progressing to more diversity in their representation.
As the last votes are counted, the political landscape will undergo a dramatic change as Donald Trump and the Republican Party prepare to launch their agenda during the new term. Remaining race results will continue to solidify the power equation in Washington, D.C., which will have a further impact on governing the nation over the next couple of years.
