US Election 2024 Live Updates:In a high-stakes election, former U.S. President Donald Trump is on the verge of securing a majority in the electoral college, with 267 votes to Kamala Harris’s 214. Trump’s lead in four critical swing states brings him close to the 270 votes needed to clinch a second, non-consecutive term in the Oval Office.
After a fiercely competitive campaign, U.S. voters appear poised to deliver Trump a win in what has been one of the most contentious elections in recent history. The Republican candidate maintained strong support in battleground states, positioning himself comfortably across four of the seven highly contested regions.
US Election Results: Voting Begins as Americans Decide Between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
In an Election Day statement, Trump expressed confidence in the outcome, though he voiced concerns about electronic voting machines, adding that he would only concede if the election was “fair.” Trump’s supporters rallied behind his campaign, and he cast his ballot in Florida, marking his bid to return to the White House after a single-term hiatus.
With results still being finalized, Harris trails significantly in the electoral count, making Trump’s pathway to victory increasingly likely.