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Who will Trump appoint as Secretary of State by January 31, 2025?
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Trump Claims 'Unprecedented Mandate' After Winning 51% of Popular Vote and Electoral College on November 6
Dec 1, 2024, 06:30 PM
In his victory speech on November 6, President-elect Donald Trump proclaimed that Americans had granted him an 'unprecedented and powerful mandate.' This assertion has sparked debate, particularly regarding the legitimacy of his mandate due to his winning just over 51% of the popular vote. Supporters argue that despite the challenges posed by Democratic opposition and mainstream media, Trump's victory is significant. They highlight that he secured both the Electoral College and a plurality of the popular vote, reinforcing his claim to a mandate. However, some analysts caution that this does not necessarily reflect widespread support for his party's agenda among all voters.
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