Republican candidate Donald Trump once again enters the White House following a dominant victory in the majority of key states.
• Also read: Donald Trump elected 47th president of the United States
• Also read: “Historic victory”: a shower of international congratulations for Trump
• Also read: ‘I will fight for you’: Donald Trump delivers victory speech in Florida
Counting is still underway in several states, but enough votes have been counted to confirm Mr. Trump’s return to Washington.
Having also obtained a majority in the Senate, the Republicans can also still hope to obtain a majority in the House of Representatives, which is leaning in their favor at the moment.
Here are the latest developments
7:40 a.m. | What will happen to Trump’s legal troubles?
Donald Trump’s return to power could have ramifications on his various trials.
Once again president, he could potentially appoint a new justice minister who would fire the special prosecutor responsible for two cases targeting him, or simply order his Justice Department to drop the prosecution.
Read the details by clicking here
7 h 12 | Justin Trudeau hails Donald Trump’s victory
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Donald Trump on his presidential victory in a post on X.
“The friendship between Canada and the United States is the envy of the world,” he said. “I know that President Trump and I will work together to deliver greater opportunity, prosperity and security.” to the citizens of our two countries.”
“We stand ready to work with President-elect Trump and his administration on various issues, including trade and investment and peace and security on the continent,” he added in a statement sent to the media.
Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly also welcomed Mr. Trump’s return.
“Together we will focus on investment, growth, peace and security around the world,” she wrote on X.
6:50 a.m. | Republicans are getting closer to the “trifecta”
Besides Donald Trump’s victory as president, Republicans also won the Senate in the election.
The party is ahead in terms of those elected to the House of Representatives.
According to the latest New York Times count, Republicans have 192 elected representatives compared to 177 for Democrats.
It takes 218 elected officials to reach the majority.
A victory would have the effect of granting him a “trifecta”, that is to say control of the three government entities of the country.
6:20 a.m. | A turbulent journey since his defeat in 2020
Between inflammatory statements, legal disputes and assassination attempts, Donald Trump has been at the heart of the news in recent years despite the end of his term in the White House in 2020 after a defeat against Joe Biden.
Read the story of his improbable return by clicking here
6 a.m. | Ramifications for abortion rights in the United States?
The right to abortion has been the subject of referendums in several states, several of which voted in favor, while others, such as Florida, voted to retain restrictions.
But could Donald Trump’s return to the White House have an additional impact?
During the campaign, the Republican candidate was cautious on the issue, the majority of public opinion being in favor of the right to abortion, while sparing his support in evangelical circles, reports AFP.
He repeated that he wanted to let the States decide on this subject, on which he has fluctuated greatly over the years.
Read the details by clicking here
5:30 a.m. | Donald Trump’s victory confirmed by several American media
The Republican candidate was declared the winner of the election by several major American media including CNN, the New York Times and NBC News.
In January he will become the 47th president of the United States.
Read the details by clicking here
3 a.m. | Several leaders welcome Donald Trump’s victory
Many heads of state, including Emmanuel Macron, Volodymyr Zelensky and Benjamin Netanyahu, were quick to welcome the victory of the Republican candidate.
“Congratulations President Donald Trump, said the President of France on X. Ready to work together as we have been able to do for four years. With your beliefs and with mine. With respect and ambition. For more peace and prosperity.”
Read the details by clicking here
2:30 a.m. | Donald Trump announced as winner of the election by Fox News
The American media Fox News was the first to announce Trump the winner, shortly after confirming his victory in the state of Pennsylvania, which was highly coveted by both candidates.
Other American media followed suit a few hours later.
