In a surprising turn, Donald Trump has reportedly won the 2024 U.S. presidential election, marking an unprecedented comeback, according to The Associated Press. With his victory in Wisconsin, Trump has reportedly surpassed the necessary 270 Electoral College votes, setting the stage for his return to the White House. Speaking confidently in West Palm Beach before final results, Trump pledged to usher in a “golden age” for the U.S., lauding the momentum of what he described as “the greatest political movement of all time.”
Kamala Harris, his Democratic opponent, has not yet conceded and is expected to address the public soon, possibly on Thursday.
Reactions Worldwide
Israel: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz extended warm congratulations, emphasizing that Trump’s victory represents a strengthened bond between Israel and the U.S. Netanyahu called it “history’s greatest comeback” and a powerful alliance, while Katz expressed hopes of jointly addressing shared security concerns, including tensions with Iran and hostages held in Gaza.
Iran: Iranian officials, meanwhile, responded with a tempered stance, stating that the U.S. election outcome would not shift Iran’s policies or impact the livelihoods of its citizens. Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani affirmed that Iran’s strategic plans remain steady, regardless of the U.S. presidency.
Hamas: The Palestinian organization reacted by reminding Trump of his earlier claims that he could quickly broker a ceasefire in Gaza. Senior Hamas members urged Trump to pivot from Biden’s policies, calling on him to reconsider the U.S.’s support of Israel amid the ongoing crisis.