Kamala Harris Concedes 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, Emphasizes Acceptance of Results
U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris on Wednesday delivered a heartfelt concession speech at Howard University in Washington, D.C., her alma mater. Expressing pride in her campaign, Harris emphasized the importance of accepting election outcomes, stating, “When we lose an election, we accept the results.”
“I am so proud of the race we ran and the way we ran it,” Harris told supporters. “Over the 107 days of this campaign, we have been intentional about building community and building coalitions, bringing people together from every walk of life and background, united by love of the country with enthusiasm and joy in our fight for America’s future.”
Highlighting the ongoing struggles on key issues such as abortion rights, gun violence, and equal justice, Harris vowed, “While I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fueled this campaign. Sometimes the fight takes a while. That doesn’t mean we won’t win.”
The vice president confirmed she had spoken with President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory, noting her administration would facilitate a peaceful transfer of power. “We will continue to wage this fight in the voting booth, in the courts, and in the public square,” she assured her supporters.
Early Wednesday morning, major news outlets projected Trump would surpass the 270 Electoral College votes needed to clinch the presidency. Speaking from his election headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump declared victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, calling it “a political victory that our country has never seen before.”
The election results mark a significant moment in U.S. politics, with global implications for policies and international relations. Observers and analysts worldwide are closely watching the developments as the United States prepares for another four years under Trump’s leadership.
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