Barack and Michelle Obama Congratulate Trump and Vance on Historic Election Victory

Nov 6, 2024, 10:52 PM

Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama released a statement on Wednesday afternoon congratulating President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance on their historic election victory. The Obamas acknowledged that the outcome was not what they had hoped for but emphasized the importance of the democratic process. They highlighted the millions of Americans who cast their votes for leaders at every level during the election.