Kamala Harris is set to call Donald Trump to concede the U.S. presidential race, according to media reports. Joe Biden, the current president, also plans to call Trump and address the nation. Trump secured the needed 270 Electoral College votes after winning Wisconsin, pushing his total to 279 over Harris’ 223. Trump won despite low approval ratings and legal challenges, focusing his campaign on inflation and crime concerns. World leaders, including India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukraine’s President Zelensky, congratulated Trump. Harris canceled her planned speech at Howard University after results became clear.

Donald Trump has won the 2024 U.S. presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris. His victory sparked a rally in stock markets worldwide. U.S. stock futures jumped, with the Dow gaining over 1,250 points. Small-cap stocks in the U.S. rose sharply, benefiting from hopes of tax cuts and fewer regulations under Trump’s leadership. Bitcoin hit a record high of $75,397, reflecting strong support for cryptocurrencies. The dollar also surged, marking its biggest gain since 2023. European markets rose, though the euro and British pound fell amid tariff concerns.

In his victory speech, Donald Trump declared his intent to “stop wars” and restore unity in the U.S., saying he believes “God saved my life for a reason.” Referring to an alleged assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, Trump stated his mission is to “save our country and return America to greatness.” Highlighting his past presidency, he claimed, “We had no wars...except we defeated ISIS.” Calling the Republicans “the party of common sense,” Trump vowed to lead the nation toward “America’s glorious destiny” and a united future. He ended his speech with, “God bless you, and God bless America.”

World leaders reacted to Donald Trump’s election win with optimism for future partnerships. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the “close alliance” between the U.K. and U.S., while Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized a “strong United States of America under President Trump’s decisive leadership.” Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it “history’s greatest comeback,” while Hungarian PM Viktor Orban described Trump’s win as a “much needed victory for the world.” Turkey’s President Erdogan commended Trump for winning “a great battle,” and French President Macron expressed he was “ready to work together” with the U.S.

Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of Vice President-elect JD Vance, is set to become the first Indian-origin Second Lady of the United States. Born to Indian immigrants from Andhra Pradesh and raised in San Diego, California, Usha attended Yale University and the University of Cambridge. Her career in law includes working as a corporate litigator and clerking for Chief Justice John Roberts. She and JD Vance met at Yale Law School, marrying in 2014 with a Hindu ritual. A supportive partner, Usha is praised for her influence on JD's memoir, Hillbilly Elegy.

Donald Trump has made history by winning the 2024 US presidential election, becoming the second president ever to serve non-consecutive terms. This remarkable achievement was last seen 132 years ago, when Grover Cleveland served two non-consecutive terms in the late 1800s. Trump's victory also sets another first, as he becomes the only US president to face two impeachment proceedings and still win re-election. By capturing key swing states, Trump completed one of the most significant comebacks in US politics, marking a return to the White House after losing to Joe Biden in 2020.

Boris Johnson was reportedly "fired" from Channel 4's US election show after repeatedly promoting his memoir, despite being warned by co-host Krishnan Guru-Murthy to "put it away." The former British prime minister held up his book during the live broadcast of "America Decides: US Presidential Election" and mentioned it just minutes into the program. It remains unclear if Johnson’s departure was pre-planned or if he left abruptly due to this incident. The situation was later described by Guru-Murthy as Johnson "banging on about his book," leading to his early exit from the panel.

During his victory speech on Wednesday, Donald Trump took a moment to thank his wife, Melania Trump, for her support as he won the presidential race. He praised her memoir, calling it the top-selling book in the country. In the book, Melania discusses her pro-choice views on abortion, their meeting at a New York City nightclub, and rumors about their son, but she refrains from sharing many personal details. The memoir has attracted considerable attention, contributing to its success. Trump’s acknowledgment of Melania reflects her prominent role in his campaign and personal life.

In his victory speech, Donald Trump praised Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk, calling him a "new star" of the Republican Party. Trump recounted a story where he left Musk on hold for 40 minutes while watching a SpaceX rocket launch, describing the billionaire as a "wonderful" person. Trump’s remarks reflect Musk’s increasing prominence in Republican circles. While there has been speculation about Musk’s role in a potential second Trump administration, Trump has previously stated that Musk would not be in his Cabinet but could play a role in cost-cutting efforts.

Americans have voted to choose between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump as the country’s 47th President. After a long and intense campaign, polling stations across all six U.S. time zones closed on Tuesday, and counting began immediately. Harris leads by a slim 1% in the latest polls, with strong support among women, while Trump has a lead among male voters. This election could be historic, as Harris would become the first female president, while Trump could become the first president in over a century to serve non-consecutive terms. Swing states are crucial in this close race.