After the polling time has ended in all 50 states for the election of the President of the United States, the counting of votes and the results are in progress. Donald Trump has won in two of the dice-rolling states, while counting of votes continues in five states. Out of 538 US presidential elections, Donald Trump has received 277 and Kamala Harris 226 electoral votes so far.
Republicans Hold Majority in the House
In the battle for Congress, Republicans are also performing well. The GOP has a stronger position in the House of Representatives, holding 181 seats, compared to 147 seats for the Democrats. A majority in the 435-member House requires 218 seats, and both parties are vying for control.
Trump Outperforms Expectations in Key States
Trump’s victory in North Carolina was a significant milestone, with Edison Research projecting that he had defeated Harris there. This win brings Trump closer to completing a remarkable political comeback. However, six other states remain uncertain, and they will play a pivotal role in determining the overall winner. By 11:30 pm ET, Trump had already earned 227 electoral votes, while Harris trailed with 165.
A total of 270 electoral votes is needed to claim victory in the Electoral College, and Trump is gaining ground in several states that are expected to play a crucial role in the outcome.
Trump Dominates in Georgia and Other States
Decision Desk HQ has projected that Trump would also win Georgia, further narrowing Harris’s path to victory. While Harris still holds a chance in the Rust Belt states of Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, she is currently behind in all three.
Trump has made significant strides with Hispanic voters, traditionally a Democratic stronghold. Exit polls show that Trump garnered 45% of the Hispanic vote, up from 32% in 2020. Harris still leads among Hispanic voters with 53%, but Trump’s surge represents a notable shift in voting patterns.
The Economy as a Deciding Factor
Trump has also gained support among voters who prioritize the economy. Exit polls indicate that about 31% of voters considered the economy their most important issue. Among them, 79% voted for Trump, particularly those who felt financially worse off than they did four years ago. Nearly half of the voters (45%) said their financial situation had worsened, and Trump led Harris by a wide margin of 80% to 17% among this group.
Investors React to Early Results
As the election results came in, U.S. stock futures and the dollar saw positive movements, with Treasury yields rising and Bitcoin also gaining ground. These shifts suggest that investors are interpreting the early results as favorable for Trump. However, market experts caution that it is too early to make definitive conclusions.
Trump’s Support Grows Across the Nation
Trump is outperforming his 2020 numbers in nearly every region of the country. By 11 pm ET, with ballots counted from over 1,200 counties, Trump’s vote share had increased by about 2 percentage points compared to 2020. This represents a broad shift in support, with gains in suburban counties, rural areas, and even some traditionally Democratic cities.
Senate and House Races Still Uncertain
Control of the Senate remains in question, with Democrats holding a narrow path to maintaining their majority. The House of Representatives is also highly contested, and both parties are working hard to secure the necessary votes for control.
Abortion Rights Measure Fails in Florida
In Florida, a ballot measure aimed at guaranteeing abortion rights failed to reach the 60% threshold needed to pass. As a result, a six-week abortion ban remains in place in the state. Nine other states have abortion-related measures on the ballot, reflecting the ongoing national debate on the issue.
Polarization and Allegations of Election Fraud
Voter exit polls revealed that nearly three-quarters of Americans believe democracy is under threat, highlighting the deepening political divisions in the country. Trump has continued to raise concerns about election fraud, making unsubstantiated claims on his social media platform, Truth Social. He alleged widespread cheating in cities like Philadelphia and Detroit, though these claims have been denied by local officials.
In response, Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey and Philadelphia City Commissioner Seth Bluestein have both dismissed Trump’s accusations as baseless.
