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Electoral College Confirms Donald Trump as 47th President-elect Over Vice President Kamala Harris, Certification Set for January 6, 2025

Dec 17, 2024, 08:58 PM

On December 17, 2024, the Electoral College convened across all 50 states to officially cast their votes for President-elect Donald Trump, confirming his victory in the November 5 election over Vice President Kamala Harris. This meeting is a crucial step in the electoral process, with Trump set to become the 47th President of the United States. Electors from various states, including Texas, Florida, and North Carolina, participated in the voting, which will be certified on January 6, 2025. Reports indicate that Trump has secured enough electoral votes to clinch the presidency, with significant support from Republican electors. The process unfolded smoothly compared to previous elections, and Trump's victory is widely anticipated to be formalized during the upcoming certification. The electors in states like Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Georgia also contributed to Trump's electoral tally, further solidifying his position ahead of the inauguration scheduled for January 20, 2025.