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Electoral College Confirms Donald Trump’s Victory with 304 Votes Over Kamala Harris; Inauguration Set for January 20, 2025

Dec 17, 2024, 09:05 PM

On December 17, 2024, the Electoral College convened across all 50 states to formally cast votes for the presidency, confirming Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Trump secured 304 electoral votes, surpassing the required 270, as electors met in their respective state capitols. This process marks a significant step toward his inauguration, scheduled for January 20, 2025. Notably, Texas electors contributed 40 votes to Trump's total, while other states, including Florida and North Carolina, also cast their votes in favor of Trump and his vice-presidential nominee, J.D. Vance. The official certification of these results is set for January 6, 2025. Meanwhile, some Democratic electors in states like Illinois and Massachusetts cast their votes for Harris, reflecting ongoing political tensions surrounding the election outcome.