US Election Results LIVE: President Biden calls Trump to congratulate him

US President Joe Biden speaks about the results of the 2024 election in the Rose Garden on November 07, 2024 in Washington, DC.

A senior Harris aide said that Harris congratulated Trump on his win and discussed the peaceful transition of power from the Biden administration.

Harris, in her concession speech at Howard University, promised to continuing fighting for the ideals of American democracy and the freedoms of people. She also stated that though many considered dark times to be ahead, it was up to them to light “a billion stars” with the light of optimism, faith and service.

President Biden also congratulated Trump on his victory and has invited him to the White House to discuss the transition. Read more

Trump clinched his wins in key states such as Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Georgia and North Carolina. Counting of ballots is still underway in some counties in Nevada, Alaska and Oregon.

Key updates:

• Kamala Harris addressed her alma mater, Howard University at 4 pm EST to concede the election, reported ABC News. Harris lost the electoral college with a tally of 224 votes.
• Republicans are likely to gain majority in the Senate with a thin margin with a current tally of 52 Republicans against 43 Democrats.
• 7 out of 10 states in America have voted to reinstate abortion rights after the Supreme Court overturned Roe V Wade. Florida, South Dakota and Nebraska, with Republican majorities have chosen to not vote in favour of abortion access.
• With immigration, abortion and the economy being key concerns for voters while casting the ballot, the Trump administration is expected to crack down on what have been viewed as lenient policies under the Biden administration, reported The New York Times.