US election: Donald Trump declares victory, vows to make America great again

Donald Trump, the Republican Party’s presidential candidate, has vowed to “Make America Great Again” after being projected to win the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

In a speech delivered on Wednesday in Florida, Trump addressed his supporters, expressing his determination to continue his vision for the country following his victory in securing 266 electoral college votes.

This puts him ahead of Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party’s candidate, who has garnered 219 electoral college votes so far.

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Trump’s statement has ignited renewed optimism among his base, as he looks to build on his past achievements and push forward with his agenda for the nation’s future.

“This is the greatest political movement of all time.

“We are going to help our country heal. We are going to fix our border.

“Our country was devastated before. I want to thank the American people for electing me as the 45th President and now the 47th President of the US.

“This will be the golden age of America.

“This victory will make America great again,” he stated.

Trump will be officially declared the winner of the historic US election with 270 electoral college votes count.

The Republican Party is also expected to take control of the Senate.