Electoral College Confirms Donald Trump as 47th President-elect with 304 Votes Over Kamala Harris's 226; Certification on January 6

Dec 17, 2024, 09:05 PM

The Electoral College convened on December 17, 2024, to formally cast votes for the presidency, confirming Donald Trump as the President-elect of the United States. Trump received 304 electoral votes, surpassing the 270 needed to secure the presidency, while Vice President Kamala Harris received 226 votes. The electors met in all 50 states, with significant gatherings in Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania, among others. This event marks a crucial step in the electoral process, leading to the official certification of results scheduled for January 6, 2025. Trump's victory follows a successful campaign in which he won a majority of the popular vote, and the proceedings unfolded without significant incidents, contrasting with the previous election cycle. The formal inauguration is set for January 20, 2025.