In a historic turn of events, U.S. President Joe Biden reached out to President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday to extend his congratulations following Trump's projected victory in the 2024 presidential election, according to a White House statement.
President Biden emphasized his dedication to ensuring a smooth transition of power and highlighted the importance of uniting the nation. \"President Biden expressed his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition and emphasized the importance of working to bring the country together,\" the White House noted.
In addition to his address to the nation scheduled for Thursday, President Biden invited Trump to meet at the White House, with staff coordinating the specifics of the meeting in the near future.
President Biden also took the time to congratulate Vice President Kamala Harris on her "historic campaign," acknowledging her significant role in the election process.
The election night saw early projections from Fox News indicating that Trump would secure over 270 Electoral College votes, the threshold required to win the presidency. Trump swiftly declared victory at his election headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida, describing it as \"a political victory that our country has never seen before.\"
As the vote counting progressed, Trump appeared to have won all seven key swing states, including North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan, mirroring the 2016 election outcomes. Major news outlets, including the Associated Press, confirmed Trump's victory within hours.
In a notable gesture of sportsmanship, Vice President Harris also called Trump to offer her congratulations on his election victory, reflecting a spirit of unity despite the fiercely contested race.
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