- By Aashish Vashistha
- Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:22 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
US Election Results 2024: After receiving a stunning defeat in the US Presidential Elections, President Joe Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris for her leadership and campaign efforts. Biden’s remark came hours after Harris conceded defeat to President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Biden said that Harris would "continue to be a champion for all Americans" and carry on fighting with purpose, determination, and joy.
What America saw today was the Kamala Harris I know and deeply admire.
— President Biden (@POTUS) November 6, 2024
She’s been a tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage, and character.
Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that embodied what’s possible when…
“Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that embodied what’s possible when guided by a strong moral compass and a clear vision for a nation that is more free, more just, and full of more opportunities for all Americans,” Biden said.
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Biden also said that Kamala’s story represents America’s story and exuded confidence that she will continue writing that story. “She will continue the fight with purpose, determination, and joy. She will continue to be a champion for all Americans. Above all, she will continue to be a leader our children will look up to for generations to come as she puts her stamp on America’s future,” Trump said.
According to news agency AP, Trump secured 295 electoral college votes, crossing the required 270-mark, defeating his opponent Kamala Harris, who secured 226 electoral college votes.
Kamala Harris conceded defeat to Trump in the nail-biting battle for the White House. In her post-election address, Harris took a subtle dig at Trump, saying the administration would ensure a peaceful transfer of power, indirectly referring to Trump’s refusal to vacate the White House following his defeat in the 2020 election.
Biden also held a phone call with President-elect Donald Trump, congratulating him on the victory. According to the statement released by the White House, Biden invited Trump for a meeting at the White House to discuss a peaceful transfer of power. “President Biden expressed his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition and emphasized the importance of working to bring the country together,” the White House said in a statement.