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<p>Democratic presidential candidate and United States Vice President Kamala Harris has found herself in a tricky situation as she faces criticism from social media users over a viral clip, in which she appears to be faking a phone call with a voter.</p>

<p>Harris visited the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington DC, where staffers and organizers were phone-banking voters before the polls closed. She was seen carrying her favourite campaign trail snack, Doritos.</p>

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<p>In the viral video shared on X, Harris is seen on a phone call, talking with a voter.</p>

<p>“I am well,” she said. “Have you voted already? You did? Thank you!”</p>

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<p>She appears to make another phone call and says, “It’s Kamala Harris – Waiting for you to grow 10 years more,” she said. “It’s so important, we have so much work to do.”</p>

<p>While her supporters cheered, she waved her phone to them. Sharp-eyed netizens noticed the phone had a camera app open instead of a phone call, accusing her of staging the phone call.</p>

<p>The video went viral and sparked a wave of reactions from social media users who criticised and mocked her. The incident has a sparked debate about authenticity in political campaigning in the digital age.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Election 2024: What Are The Key Down-Ticket Factors In Battleground Arizona?</strong></p>

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<p>“It's so embarrassing if she were actually on a call, you would see the call screen with the caller ID on the iPhone” a user commented on X.</p>

<p>A second criticised her, “Is there anything real or authentic about this campaign?”</p>

<p>A third commented mocking her, “Not only is she fake, she's dumb. Showing the phone like that… what was she thinking!?”</p>

<p>Others defended her saying, “You can use the phone app and call and switch to the camera app while on a call. I just tried it. You can also talk on the phone while the camera app is running full screen.”</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/us-elections-2024-donald-trump-lashes-out-at-beyonce-for-endorsing-kamala-harris-773657">US Elections 2024: Donald Trump lashes out at Beyonce for endorsing Kamala Harris</a></strong></p>

<p>Some argued that these criticisms distract from real issues and are unfairly targeting the vice president, “It’s ridiculous how the smallest thing gets blown out of proportion,” said a supporter on X. “Focus on her policies, not petty distractions.”</p>

<p>The video has gained over 1.2 million views on X.</p>

<p>Seemingly, in a bid to refute the claims, Harris posted the video on her X account along with the names of the people that she spoke to:&nbsp;"Hopped on the phone to speak with voters (and one future voter) today. Thanks for picking up my call, Jennifer and Sage! Help us get every last voter to the polls: http://calls.kamalaharris.com".&nbsp;</p>

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Democratic presidential candidate and United States Vice President Kamala Harris has found herself in a tricky situation as she faces criticism from social media users over a viral clip, in which she appears to be faking a phone call with a voter.

Democratic presidential candidate and United States Vice President Kamala Harris has found herself in a tricky situation as she faces criticism from social media users over a viral clip, in which she appears to be faking a phone call with a voter. Harris visited the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington DC, where staffers and organizers were phone-banking voters before the polls closed. She was seen carrying her favourite campaign trail snack, Doritos. 🚨#BREAKING: Watch as Kamala Harris makes calls at a phone bank just hours before polls close in Washington, D.C. Moments later, the camera captures her phone screen with only the camera app open, showing no active call screen pic.twitter.com/Bu7Pk5gpAb — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) November 5, 2024 × In the viral video shared on X, Harris is seen on a phone call, talking with a voter. “I am well,” she said. “Have you voted already? You did? Thank you!” Also read | US Election 2024: Elon Musk to spend election evening with Trump in Palm Beach She appears to make another phone call and says, “It’s Kamala Harris – Waiting for you to grow 10 years more,” she said. “It’s so important, we have so much work to do.” While her supporters cheered, she waved her phone to them. Sharp-eyed netizens noticed the phone had a camera app open instead of a phone call, accusing her of staging the phone call. The video went viral and sparked a wave of reactions from social media users who criticised and mocked her. The incident has a sparked debate about authenticity in political campaigning in the digital age. Watch | US Election 2024: What Are The Key Down-Ticket Factors In Battleground Arizona? × “It's so embarrassing if she were actually on a call, you would see the call screen with the caller ID on the iPhone” a user commented on X. A second criticised her, “Is there anything real or authentic about this campaign?” A third commented mocking her, “Not only is she fake, she's dumb. Showing the phone like that… what was she thinking!?” Others defended her saying, “You can use the phone app and call and switch to the camera app while on a call. I just tried it. You can also talk on the phone while the camera app is running full screen.” Also read | US Elections 2024: Donald Trump lashes out at Beyonce for endorsing Kamala Harris Some argued that these criticisms distract from real issues and are unfairly targeting the vice president, “It’s ridiculous how the smallest thing gets blown out of proportion,” said a supporter on X. “Focus on her policies, not petty distractions.” The video has gained over 1.2 million views on X. Seemingly, in a bid to refute the claims, Harris posted the video on her X account along with the names of the people that she spoke to: "Hopped on the phone to speak with voters (and one future voter) today. Thanks for picking up my call, Jennifer and Sage! Help us get every last voter to the polls: http://calls.kamalaharris.com". Hopped on the phone to speak with voters (and one future voter) today. Thanks for picking up my call, Jennifer and Sage! Help us get every last voter to the polls: https://t.co/l8recL55qG pic.twitter.com/AMlhOWdxZh — Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 5, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Did Kamala Harris stage a phone call at DNC Headquarters?

<p>Elon Musk was sued in a proposed class action on Tuesday by registered voters who signed his petition to support the Constitution for a chance to win his $1 million-a-day giveaway, and now claim it was a fraud.</p>

<p>The complaint filed by Arizona resident Jacqueline McAferty in the Austin, Texas federal court said Musk and his America PAC organization falsely induced voters to sign by claiming they would choose winners randomly, though they were predetermined.</p>

<p>She also said the defendants profited from the giveaway by driving traffic and attention to Musk's X social media platform, and by collecting personal information such as her name, address and phone number that they could sell.</p>

<p>A lawyer for Musk and lawyers for McAferty did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the complaint.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/allies-tell-trump-to-declare-victory-prematurely-if-he-secures-lead-in-swing-states-report-773670">US election: Allies tell Trump to declare victory prematurely if he secures lead in swing states</a></strong></p>

<p>McAferty sued one day after a Philadelphia judge denied a request by that city's district attorney Larry Krasner to end the giveaway, which Krasner called an illegal lottery.</p>

<p>That ruling was largely symbolic because Musk has no plans to give out more money following the U.S. presidential election.</p>

<p>The world's richest person opened the giveaway to voters in seven battleground states who signed a petition to support free speech and gun rights. Tuesday's lawsuit seeks at least $5 million in damages for everyone who signed.</p>

<p>Musk is a Texas resident and his electric car company Tesla is based in Austin.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Sporadic Incidents Of Ballot Glitches Reported Across States</strong></p>

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<p>He has supported Republican Donald Trump in the presidential race against Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris.</p>

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Elon Musk was sued in a proposed class action on Tuesday by registered voters who signed his petition to support the Constitution for a chance to win his $1 million-a-day giveaway, and now claim it was a fraud.

Elon Musk was sued in a proposed class action on Tuesday by registered voters who signed his petition to support the Constitution for a chance to win his $1 million-a-day giveaway, and now claim it was a fraud. The complaint filed by Arizona resident Jacqueline McAferty in the Austin, Texas federal court said Musk and his America PAC organization falsely induced voters to sign by claiming they would choose winners randomly, though they were predetermined. She also said the defendants profited from the giveaway by driving traffic and attention to Musk's X social media platform, and by collecting personal information such as her name, address and phone number that they could sell. A lawyer for Musk and lawyers for McAferty did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the complaint. Also read: US election: Allies tell Trump to declare victory prematurely if he secures lead in swing states McAferty sued one day after a Philadelphia judge denied a request by that city's district attorney Larry Krasner to end the giveaway, which Krasner called an illegal lottery. That ruling was largely symbolic because Musk has no plans to give out more money following the U.S. presidential election. The world's richest person opened the giveaway to voters in seven battleground states who signed a petition to support free speech and gun rights. Tuesday's lawsuit seeks at least $5 million in damages for everyone who signed. Musk is a Texas resident and his electric car company Tesla is based in Austin. Watch: US Elections 2024: Sporadic Incidents Of Ballot Glitches Reported Across States × He has supported Republican Donald Trump in the presidential race against Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>Abortion rights are a major issue in the 2024 United States presidential&nbsp;elections and former president and&nbsp;Republican&nbsp;nominee Donald Trump does not wanna talk about it.</p>

<p>On Tuesday (Nov 5), aka Election Day, when asked twice by reporters about how he voted on Florida's abortion ballot, Trump got testy and snapped at a reporter: “Stop talking about that”.</p>

<h2><strong>Florida's abortion ballot</strong></h2>

<p>Florida is one of ten states that have an abortion on the ballot&nbsp;this election.</p>

<p>Voters, along with voting for the next US president, will also&nbsp;closely watch the abortion rights amendment in Florida.</p>

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<p>If passed, Florida's Amendment 4 would overturn the state’s stringent six-week ban and bar the state from enacting any restrictions on abortion until a foetus is viable, typically around 21 weeks.</p>

<h2><strong>Trump snaps at reporter</strong></h2>

<p>After voting in Palm Beach, Florida, the White House hopeful had a press session. There, Trump was questioned about how he voted on Florida's abortion ballot.</p>

<p>Initially, he dodged the question, deflecting instead to his own legacy on the issue. Trump said he did “a great job bringing it back to the states,” pointing to his role in appointing three conservative justices who tipped the US Supreme Court’s balance and paved the way for the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | US Elections 2024: Republican Candidate Donald Trump Casts His Vote in Florida</strong></p>

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<p>But, when questioned a second time, he snapped at a reporter, telling them to “just stop talking about that.”</p>

<p>A video of the interaction was shared by Kamala&nbsp;HQ on X (formerly Twitter):</p>

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<p>Trump has had several back-and-forth shifts on Florida’s abortion measure. He had previously indicated that he would back the amendment, but then changed his mind and said he would vote against it.</p>

<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-coddling-or-self-care-georgetown-offers-students-milk-cookies-and-apolitical-cocoons-773666" target="_blank">US Election: Coddling or self-care? Georgetown offers students milk, cookies and apolitical cocoons</a></strong></p>

<p>Back in August, he had even critiqued the state’s six-week ban as hasty, and told Fox News “I think six weeks, you need more time”. Still, he also accused Democrats of holding “radical” abortion views, repeating his false claims about "late-term abortions".</p>

<p>Along with Florida, other US states voting on how abortion should be regulated are: Montana, Arizona, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado, Maryland, Nevada, New York and South Dakota.</p>

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Abortion rights are a major issue in the 2024 United States presidential elections and former president and Republican nominee Donald Trump does not wanna talk about it.

Abortion rights are a major issue in the 2024 United States presidential elections and former president and Republican nominee Donald Trump does not wanna talk about it. On Tuesday (Nov 5), aka Election Day, when asked twice by reporters about how he voted on Florida's abortion ballot, Trump got testy and snapped at a reporter: “Stop talking about that”. Florida's abortion ballot Florida is one of ten states that have an abortion on the ballot this election. Voters, along with voting for the next US president, will also closely watch the abortion rights amendment in Florida. Also read | US Election day mishap: Google glitch shows polling sites for Harris, not Trump; Tech giant says issue 'fixed' If passed, Florida's Amendment 4 would overturn the state’s stringent six-week ban and bar the state from enacting any restrictions on abortion until a foetus is viable, typically around 21 weeks. Trump snaps at reporter After voting in Palm Beach, Florida, the White House hopeful had a press session. There, Trump was questioned about how he voted on Florida's abortion ballot. Initially, he dodged the question, deflecting instead to his own legacy on the issue. Trump said he did “a great job bringing it back to the states,” pointing to his role in appointing three conservative justices who tipped the US Supreme Court’s balance and paved the way for the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade. Watch | US Elections 2024: Republican Candidate Donald Trump Casts His Vote in Florida Video Embed Code: × But, when questioned a second time, he snapped at a reporter, telling them to “just stop talking about that.” A video of the interaction was shared by Kamala HQ on X (formerly Twitter): Q: I want to ask about you voting for Florida’s 6-week abortion ban... Trump: Just stop talking about that https://t.co/xMK1rhgfL4 pic.twitter.com/HNjM2MBbbq — Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) November 5, 2024 × Trump has had several back-and-forth shifts on Florida’s abortion measure. He had previously indicated that he would back the amendment, but then changed his mind and said he would vote against it. Also read | US Election: Coddling or self-care? Georgetown offers students milk, cookies and apolitical cocoons Back in August, he had even critiqued the state’s six-week ban as hasty, and told Fox News “I think six weeks, you need more time”. Still, he also accused Democrats of holding “radical” abortion views, repeating his false claims about "late-term abortions". Along with Florida, other US states voting on how abortion should be regulated are: Montana, Arizona, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado, Maryland, Nevada, New York and South Dakota. (With inputs from agencies)

US election: Trump dodges questions on Florida abortion ballot, snaps at reporter: 'Stop talking about that'

Donald Trump has declared victory in a historic comeback, marking the beginning of "Trump 2.0." With his win in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, the former president vows to lead America once again, promising a bold new chapter in U.S. politics and international relations.

US Elections 2024: Donald Trump Delivers Victory Speech to Roaring Crowd

<p>For the first ever time, the US House of Representatives will welcome its very first openly transgender member&nbsp;as Democrat Sarah McBride won the election from Delaware on Tuesday (Nov 5).&nbsp;</p>

<p>McBride, 34, became the first openly transgender person to serve as a state senator when she was elected in 2020, the first to speak at a US national political party convention in 2016, and also the first to intern at the White House in 2012, under former President Barack Obama.</p>

<p>Ahead of her election, McBride said she would focus instead on the issues she would prioritise, rather than the history-making nature of her candidacy.</p>

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<p>"Whenever you are first, you often have to try to be the best version that you can," she said in an interview with news agency Reuters.</p>

<p>"But none of them matter if I don't fulfill the responsibility of just being the best member of Congress that I can be for Delaware," she said.</p>

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<h2><strong>Who is Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender person elected to Congress?</strong></h2>

<p>Sarah Elizabeth McBride has been a Democratic member of the Delaware Senate since January 2021. She was previously the national press secretary of the Human Rights Campaign.</p>

<p>She won in the November 2020 election in the 1st Delaware State Senate district. As the first openly transgender state senator in the country, she is the highest-ranking transgender elected official in the history of the United States.</p>

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<p>The Democratic state Senator from Delaware defeated Republican rival John Whalen III. She won 57.8 per cent of the vote when 95 per cent of the total ballot was counted.</p>

<p>In April 2012, McBride came out as transgender in the student newspaper of American University. McBride’s late husband, Andy Cray, died of cancer in 2014, a few days after they tied the knot.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Battleground States Too Close To Call</strong></p>

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<p>During her campaign, McBride advocated for affordable health care, protection of reproductive rights and a hike in wages.</p>

<p>Asked what message young transgender Americans should take from her expected election, McBride said, "Anyone who worries that the heart of this country is not big enough to love them should know that they belong ... Our democracy is big enough for all of us."</p>

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For the first ever time, the US House of Representatives will welcome its very first openly transgender member as Democrat Sarah McBride won the election from Delaware on Tuesday (Nov 5).

For the first ever time, the US House of Representatives will welcome its very first openly transgender member as Democrat Sarah McBride won the election from Delaware on Tuesday (Nov 5). McBride, 34, became the first openly transgender person to serve as a state senator when she was elected in 2020, the first to speak at a US national political party convention in 2016, and also the first to intern at the White House in 2012, under former President Barack Obama. Ahead of her election, McBride said she would focus instead on the issues she would prioritise, rather than the history-making nature of her candidacy. Also Read | Treasuries slip on US election day as volatility hits one-year high: Report "Whenever you are first, you often have to try to be the best version that you can," she said in an interview with news agency Reuters. "But none of them matter if I don't fulfill the responsibility of just being the best member of Congress that I can be for Delaware," she said. Thank you, Delaware! Because of your votes and your values, I am proud to be your next member of Congress. Delaware has sent the message loud and clear that we must be a country that protects reproductive freedom, that guarantees paid leave and affordable child care for all our… pic.twitter.com/QgwRkpUlbD — Sen. Sarah McBride (@SarahEMcBride) November 6, 2024 × Who is Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender person elected to Congress? Sarah Elizabeth McBride has been a Democratic member of the Delaware Senate since January 2021. She was previously the national press secretary of the Human Rights Campaign. She won in the November 2020 election in the 1st Delaware State Senate district. As the first openly transgender state senator in the country, she is the highest-ranking transgender elected official in the history of the United States. Also Read | Elon Musk hints at THIS big change in US government if Trump comes to power The Democratic state Senator from Delaware defeated Republican rival John Whalen III. She won 57.8 per cent of the vote when 95 per cent of the total ballot was counted. In April 2012, McBride came out as transgender in the student newspaper of American University. McBride’s late husband, Andy Cray, died of cancer in 2014, a few days after they tied the knot. Watch | US Elections 2024: Battleground States Too Close To Call × During her campaign, McBride advocated for affordable health care, protection of reproductive rights and a hike in wages. Asked what message young transgender Americans should take from her expected election, McBride said, "Anyone who worries that the heart of this country is not big enough to love them should know that they belong ... Our democracy is big enough for all of us." (With inputs from agencies)

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Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. Election could signal significant shifts in global politics. With his "America First" approach, his win may lead to changes in trade policies, alliances, and international security dynamics. Some see it as a boon, expecting stronger national sovereignty and economic growth, while others fear it could deepen global divisions, particularly with issues like climate change, NATO relations, and the U.S.'s stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The world is watching closely to see how Trump's foreign policy agenda will evolve on the global stage.

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Who Will Win The Race To Power? Trump Or Harris As the 2024 US Presidential Elections result counting starts, tensions rise as polls indicate a fierce competition between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Join us as we analyze the latest trends and predictions in this pivotal race for the White House.

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<p>Donald&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;won the first of the swing states Tuesday as he pulled ahead of his White House rival Kamala Harris, narrowing her path to victory in an agonisingly tight and suspenseful US presidential election.</p>

<p>The first of the seven key battlegrounds, North Carolina, went to&nbsp;Trump, confirming his growing momentum.</p>

<p>Here's the full list of states the Republican has won:</p>

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<p><strong>Georgia</strong></p>

<p>Donald Trump won Georgia, a key battleground in the US 2024 presidential race. The state voted for the Democratic nominee in the 2020 presidential election but flipped this year.</p>

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<p><strong>North Carolina</strong></p>

<p>The former president has won North Carolina by securing 16 electoral votes for the state in the 2024 presidential race against the Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. This marks Trump's consecutive victory in the state.</p>

<p><strong>Utah</strong></p>

<p>Donald Trump won Utah and its six electoral votes in the 2024 US presidential election. Utah has not backed a Democratic presidential candidate since 1964.</p>

<p><strong>Idaho</strong></p>

<p>Marking his third consecutive victory in another US state, Trump won Idaho with 60 per cent of the total vote in this election. The state has always been a consistent supporter of Republicans.</p>

<p><strong>Kansas</strong></p>

<p>The Republicans won Kansas by securing its six electoral votes and marking the third consecutive victory for Trump, one again.</p>

<p><strong>Iowa</strong></p>

<p>Iowa's six electoral votes went straight to Donald Trump making him the thirst consecutive winner of the state.</p>

<p><strong>Missouri</strong></p>

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<p>Trump also bagged Missouri's 10 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. The state has long been a reliable stronghold for Republicans.</p>

<p><strong>Texas</strong></p>

<p>The former president also won Texas by securing its 40 electoral votes. This did not come as a surprise as the state has leaned towards the Republican in recent presidential races.</p>

<p><strong>Ohio</strong></p>

<p>Trump also won Ohio, a crucial swing state in the 2024 presidential election. The Republicans bagged 16 electoral votes in the state.</p>

<p><strong>Wyoming</strong></p>

<p>Winning Wyoming in both 2016 and 2020 with a great margin, Trump won the state this time as well in the presidential race.</p>

<p><strong>Louisiana</strong></p>

<p>Donald Trump won Louisiana with eight electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. He won the state.</p>

<p><strong>South Dakota</strong></p>

<p>Securing three electoral votes, Trump won South Dakota in the 2024 presidential election. South Dakota has always been one of the biggest supporters of the Republican nominee.</p>

<p><strong>North Dakota</strong></p>

<p>Similar to South Dakota, Trump won North Dakota as well by securing three electoral votes.</p>

<p><strong>Arkansas</strong></p>

<p>The former president won Arkansas by bagging six electoral votes in the state. This marks his third consecutive victory in this state.</p>

<p><strong>Florida</strong></p>

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<p>In a not-so-surprising result, Trump won Florida by capturing 30 electoral votes in this presidential race. The state has never supported a Democrat since 1012.</p>

<p><strong>Tennessee</strong></p>

<p>Tennessee, a state that always has been a Republican supporter since the 1990s, gave Trump its 11 electoral votes in this presidential race.</p>

<p><strong>Mississippi</strong></p>

<p>Mississippi was won by the former president by sis electoral votes. The state has been a Republican supporter since 1976.</p>

<p><strong>South Carolina</strong></p>

<p>Giving the former president nine electoral voters, South Carolina made Trump win the state for the third consecutive term.</p>

<p><strong>Oklahoma</strong></p>

<p>The state has not supported a Democrat since 1964, and this time too the Republican won it by seven electoral votes.</p>

<p><strong>Alabama</strong></p>

<p>Winning nine electoral votes in the third state, Trump won Alabama in the 2024 presidential race.</p>

<p><strong>West Virginia</strong></p>

<p>Trump won West Virginia with four electoral votes in this presidential race.</p>

<p><strong>Indiana</strong></p>

<p>Maintaining his stronghold in the state, the former president won Indiana with 11 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Donald Trump won the first of the swing states Tuesday as he pulled ahead of his White House rival Kamala Harris, narrowing her path to victory in an agonisingly tight and suspenseful US presidential election.

Donald Trump won the first of the swing states Tuesday as he pulled ahead of his White House rival Kamala Harris, narrowing her path to victory in an agonisingly tight and suspenseful US presidential election. The first of the seven key battlegrounds, North Carolina, went to Trump, confirming his growing momentum. Here's the full list of states the Republican has won: Georgia Donald Trump won Georgia, a key battleground in the US 2024 presidential race. The state voted for the Democratic nominee in the 2020 presidential election but flipped this year. North Carolina The former president has won North Carolina by securing 16 electoral votes for the state in the 2024 presidential race against the Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. This marks Trump's consecutive victory in the state. Utah Donald Trump won Utah and its six electoral votes in the 2024 US presidential election. Utah has not backed a Democratic presidential candidate since 1964. Idaho Marking his third consecutive victory in another US state, Trump won Idaho with 60 per cent of the total vote in this election. The state has always been a consistent supporter of Republicans. Kansas The Republicans won Kansas by securing its six electoral votes and marking the third consecutive victory for Trump, one again. Iowa Iowa's six electoral votes went straight to Donald Trump making him the thirst consecutive winner of the state. Missouri Also read | 'God spared my life for a reason': Trump hails election victory in rousing speech; here are the top quotes Trump also bagged Missouri's 10 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. The state has long been a reliable stronghold for Republicans. Texas The former president also won Texas by securing its 40 electoral votes. This did not come as a surprise as the state has leaned towards the Republican in recent presidential races. Ohio Trump also won Ohio, a crucial swing state in the 2024 presidential election. The Republicans bagged 16 electoral votes in the state. Wyoming Winning Wyoming in both 2016 and 2020 with a great margin, Trump won the state this time as well in the presidential race. Louisiana Donald Trump won Louisiana with eight electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. He won the state. South Dakota Securing three electoral votes, Trump won South Dakota in the 2024 presidential election. South Dakota has always been one of the biggest supporters of the Republican nominee. North Dakota Similar to South Dakota, Trump won North Dakota as well by securing three electoral votes. Arkansas The former president won Arkansas by bagging six electoral votes in the state. This marks his third consecutive victory in this state. Florida Also read | US election analysis: Trump poised to enter White House - A legacy built on family and fortunes In a not-so-surprising result, Trump won Florida by capturing 30 electoral votes in this presidential race. The state has never supported a Democrat since 1012. Tennessee Tennessee, a state that always has been a Republican supporter since the 1990s, gave Trump its 11 electoral votes in this presidential race. Mississippi Mississippi was won by the former president by sis electoral votes. The state has been a Republican supporter since 1976. South Carolina Giving the former president nine electoral voters, South Carolina made Trump win the state for the third consecutive term. Oklahoma The state has not supported a Democrat since 1964, and this time too the Republican won it by seven electoral votes. Alabama Winning nine electoral votes in the third state, Trump won Alabama in the 2024 presidential race. West Virginia Trump won West Virginia with four electoral votes in this presidential race. Indiana Maintaining his stronghold in the state, the former president won Indiana with 11 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. (With inputs from agencies)

2024 US Elections: List of states won by Republican candidate Donald Trump

<p>Donald Trump is making his comeback as the 47th President of the United States, fending off a tough challenge from Democratic candidate Kamala Harris.</p>

<p>Addressing a roaring crowd of supporters at his election night watch party at the West Palm Beach Convention Centre in Florida, Trump said that the poll results were historic and that he would not rest until he and his Republican Party delivered a strong and prosperous America.</p>

<p>"America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate," Trump said.</p>

<p>“Every single day, I will be fighting for you with every breath in my body,” he further added.</p>

<p>Fox News projected that Trump had defeated Harris, the other news outlets are yet to call the race for the Republican candidate. However, as per the latest projections by the news agency Associated Press, he is just three votes away from winning 270 of the total 538 votes in the Electoral College.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump hails election victory</strong></h2>

<p>In his rousing victory speech, Trump said, "We are going to help our country heal, we are going to help our country heal. We have a country that needs help and it needs help very badly."</p>

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<p>"We've made history for a reason tonight, and the reason is going to be just that we overcame obstacles that nobody thought possible. It's a political victory that our country has never seen before," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Trump heaps praise on Elon Musk</strong></h2>

<p>Interestingly, Trump also spent several minutes heaping praise&nbsp;on Elon Musk, crediting him for saving lives with StarLink after Hurricane Helene caused widespread destruction in North Carolina.</p>

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<p>"And you know, when we had the tragic hurricane Helene, and it hit, it particularly hit North Carolina. Fields became lakes and, the danger was unbelievable. The people from North Carolina came to me and they said, would it be possible at all for you to speak to Elon Musk? We need Starlink," Trump said.</p>

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<p>"I called Elon Musk and said Elon you have something called Starlink, they need it really, really badly in North Carolina. Can you get it? He had that there so fast. It was incredible. So, it was great. It saved a lot of lives. He saved a lot of lives," he added.</p>

<p>He further called Musk a genius and said, "We have to protect our geniuses. We don't have that many of them."</p>

<p>The world's richest man has spent over $120 million backing Trump's campaign, and the Republican candidate had earlier said that he would appoint Musk to lead a government efficiency commission.</p>

<h2><strong>Here are the key quotes:</strong></h2>

<p>- "I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honour of being elected your 47th president and your 45th president. "</p>

<p>- "This will truly be the golden age of America."</p>

<p>- "Winning the popular vote was very nice. There is a great feeling of love in this very large room."</p>

<p>- "The number of victories in the Senate was absolutely incredible. Nobody expected that, nobody. We have some great new Senators. It also looks like we will be keeping control of the House of Representatives."</p>

<p>- "I want to thank my beautiful wife Melania, the first lady. She also has the No.1 best-selling book in the country."</p>

<p>- "We’re going to seal up our borders, we want people to come in, but they have to come in legally."</p>

<p>- "We have a new star, Elon [Musk]. A star is born. He is a special guy, he is a genius ... We have to protect our geniuses."</p>

<p>- "I want to thank millions of Americans for showing up in record numbers and delivering a victory. We will pay you back and do our best job. We will turn it around, in every way. This will be remembered as the day the American people regained control of the country."</p>

<p>- "Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is going to make America healthy again. He wants to do some things."</p>

<p>- "China does not have what we have. We have the greatest people, and that's the most important thing."</p>

<p>- "Asian Americans, Muslim Americans, Arab Americans ... everybody came out in our support. It was a historic re-alignment. The Republican Party is the party of common sense!"</p>

<p>- "God spared my life for a reason. And that reason was to save our country and restore America to greatness. We will fulfil that mission together."</p>

<p>- "We had no wars in four years [during his earlier term], although we defeated ISIS."</p>

<p>- "It is time to put the division of the past four years behind us. Success will bring us together."</p>

<p>- "We have to put America first for a period of time at least. We have to make America great again. I won't let you down. Our future will be safer and stronger than ever before."</p>

<p>- "If I lose an election, if it's a fair election, I would be the first one to acknowledge it. So far I think it's been fair."</p>

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Donald Trump is making his comeback as the 47th President of the United States, fending off a tough challenge from Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Addressing a roaring crowd of supporters at his election night watch party at the West Palm Beach Convention Centre in Florida, Trump said that the poll results were historic and that he would not rest until he and his Republican Party delivered a strong and prosperous America.

Donald Trump is making his comeback as the 47th President of the United States, fending off a tough challenge from Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Addressing a roaring crowd of supporters at his election night watch party at the West Palm Beach Convention Centre in Florida, Trump said that the poll results were historic and that he would not rest until he and his Republican Party delivered a strong and prosperous America. "America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate," Trump said. “Every single day, I will be fighting for you with every breath in my body,” he further added. Fox News projected that Trump had defeated Harris, the other news outlets are yet to call the race for the Republican candidate. However, as per the latest projections by the news agency Associated Press, he is just three votes away from winning 270 of the total 538 votes in the Electoral College. Trump hails election victory In his rousing victory speech, Trump said, "We are going to help our country heal, we are going to help our country heal. We have a country that needs help and it needs help very badly." #USElections2024 | I thank the American people for giving extraordinary honour of being the 47th president and your 45th president: @realDonaldTrump's address in Florida#USElectionOnWION pic.twitter.com/NaMjxvonML — WION (@WIONews) November 6, 2024 × "We've made history for a reason tonight, and the reason is going to be just that we overcame obstacles that nobody thought possible. It's a political victory that our country has never seen before," he added. Trump heaps praise on Elon Musk Interestingly, Trump also spent several minutes heaping praise on Elon Musk, crediting him for saving lives with StarLink after Hurricane Helene caused widespread destruction in North Carolina. Also read: India's Modi joins world leaders to congratulate Trump on his win in US polls "And you know, when we had the tragic hurricane Helene, and it hit, it particularly hit North Carolina. Fields became lakes and, the danger was unbelievable. The people from North Carolina came to me and they said, would it be possible at all for you to speak to Elon Musk? We need Starlink," Trump said. #USElections2024 | "A new star is born, Elon (Musk)": #DonaldTrump mentions the Tesla CEO in his victory speech in Florida#USElectionOnWION pic.twitter.com/dLHiF89Cz2 — WION (@WIONews) November 6, 2024 × "I called Elon Musk and said Elon you have something called Starlink, they need it really, really badly in North Carolina. Can you get it? He had that there so fast. It was incredible. So, it was great. It saved a lot of lives. He saved a lot of lives," he added. He further called Musk a genius and said, "We have to protect our geniuses. We don't have that many of them." The world's richest man has spent over $120 million backing Trump's campaign, and the Republican candidate had earlier said that he would appoint Musk to lead a government efficiency commission. Here are the key quotes: - "I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honour of being elected your 47th president and your 45th president. " - "This will truly be the golden age of America." - "Winning the popular vote was very nice. There is a great feeling of love in this very large room." - "The number of victories in the Senate was absolutely incredible. Nobody expected that, nobody. We have some great new Senators. It also looks like we will be keeping control of the House of Representatives." - "I want to thank my beautiful wife Melania, the first lady. She also has the No.1 best-selling book in the country." - "We’re going to seal up our borders, we want people to come in, but they have to come in legally." - "We have a new star, Elon [Musk]. A star is born. He is a special guy, he is a genius ... We have to protect our geniuses." - "I want to thank millions of Americans for showing up in record numbers and delivering a victory. We will pay you back and do our best job. We will turn it around, in every way. This will be remembered as the day the American people regained control of the country." - "Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is going to make America healthy again. He wants to do some things." - "China does not have what we have. We have the greatest people, and that's the most important thing." - "Asian Americans, Muslim Americans, Arab Americans ... everybody came out in our support. It was a historic re-alignment. The Republican Party is the party of common sense!" - "God spared my life for a reason. And that reason was to save our country and restore America to greatness. We will fulfil that mission together." - "We had no wars in four years [during his earlier term], although we defeated ISIS." - "It is time to put the division of the past four years behind us. Success will bring us together." - "We have to put America first for a period of time at least. We have to make America great again. I won't let you down. Our future will be safer and stronger than ever before." - "If I lose an election, if it's a fair election, I would be the first one to acknowledge it. So far I think it's been fair." (With inputs from agencies)

'God spared my life for a reason': Trump hails election victory in rousing speech; here are the top quotes

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<p>Donald Trump looks all set to once again become the president of the United States. Almost certain to enter the White House soon, he has etched his name in history books and become only the second person to ever become&nbsp;president in two non-consecutive terms.</p>

<p>This happened after more than 130 years when Stephen Grover Cleveland became president for a second time in 1893 to 1897 after serving his first term from 1885 to 1889. He was the 22nd and 24th president of the US.</p>

<p>Cleveland was only one of two Democrats to reach the White House at a time when Republicans dominated the political scene. He became the first Democrat to win the presidency after the Civil War. Woodrow Wilson came after him and was the only other Democrat to become president between 1869 and 1933.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He became the mayor of Buffalo in 1881 and was chosen as the governor of New York in 1882. American conservatives looked up to him due to his policies and he was praised for his commitment to the principles of classical liberalism and for being an honest man. He fought against political corruption, patronage, and bossism.</p>

<p>A leading group of Republicans called "Mugwumps" who wanted reform and were not happy with their own candidate, former US House Speaker James G. Blaine, crossed party lines to denounce Blaine as corrupt and supported Cleveland in the 1884 presidential election. They weren't concerned that he belonged to the opposition party, and saw him as a kindred soul who would promote civil service reform and fight for efficiency in government.</p>

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<p>Angry Republicans dug into his past and alleged that Cleveland had fathered an illegitimate child while he was a lawyer in Buffalo. They started chanting "Ma, Ma, where's my Pa?" in their rallies.</p>

<p>He admitted to paying child support in 1874 to a woman named Maria Crofts Halpin, who said that he was the father of her child.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nevertheless, Cleveland won and the chant, "Ma, Ma ..." became a hit among his supporters, who added "Gone to the White House. Ha! Ha! Ha!" to it.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Donald Trump Wins Florida and 24 Other States</strong></p>

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<p>He lost the 1888 elections to Republican Benjamin Harrison. When he and his wife, Frances Cleveland, were leaving the White House, she prophetically told a staff member, "Now, Jerry, I want you to take good care of all the furniture and ornaments in the house, for I want to find everything just as it is now, when we come back again."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The staff member asked her when were they returning, to which she said, "We are coming back four years from today."</p>

<p>And so, Cleveland was once again nominated by the Democratic Party in 1892, and won&nbsp;his next term.</p>

<p>He served as a trustee of Princeton University after his term ended and passed away in 1908 following an illness.</p>


Donald Trump looks all set to once again become the president of the United States. Almost certain to enter the White House soon, he has etched his name in history books and become only the second person to ever become president in two non-consecutive terms.

Donald Trump looks all set to once again become the president of the United States. Almost certain to enter the White House soon, he has etched his name in history books and become only the second person to ever become president in two non-consecutive terms. This happened after more than 130 years when Stephen Grover Cleveland became president for a second time in 1893 to 1897 after serving his first term from 1885 to 1889. He was the 22nd and 24th president of the US. Cleveland was only one of two Democrats to reach the White House at a time when Republicans dominated the political scene. He became the first Democrat to win the presidency after the Civil War. Woodrow Wilson came after him and was the only other Democrat to become president between 1869 and 1933. He became the mayor of Buffalo in 1881 and was chosen as the governor of New York in 1882. American conservatives looked up to him due to his policies and he was praised for his commitment to the principles of classical liberalism and for being an honest man. He fought against political corruption, patronage, and bossism. A leading group of Republicans called "Mugwumps" who wanted reform and were not happy with their own candidate, former US House Speaker James G. Blaine, crossed party lines to denounce Blaine as corrupt and supported Cleveland in the 1884 presidential election. They weren't concerned that he belonged to the opposition party, and saw him as a kindred soul who would promote civil service reform and fight for efficiency in government. Also Read: The US has seen 46 presidents with 45 men serving in the post. Details Angry Republicans dug into his past and alleged that Cleveland had fathered an illegitimate child while he was a lawyer in Buffalo. They started chanting "Ma, Ma, where's my Pa?" in their rallies. He admitted to paying child support in 1874 to a woman named Maria Crofts Halpin, who said that he was the father of her child. Nevertheless, Cleveland won and the chant, "Ma, Ma ..." became a hit among his supporters, who added "Gone to the White House. Ha! Ha! Ha!" to it. Watch: US Elections 2024: Donald Trump Wins Florida and 24 Other States × He lost the 1888 elections to Republican Benjamin Harrison. When he and his wife, Frances Cleveland, were leaving the White House, she prophetically told a staff member, "Now, Jerry, I want you to take good care of all the furniture and ornaments in the house, for I want to find everything just as it is now, when we come back again." The staff member asked her when were they returning, to which she said, "We are coming back four years from today." And so, Cleveland was once again nominated by the Democratic Party in 1892, and won his next term. He served as a trustee of Princeton University after his term ended and passed away in 1908 following an illness.

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<p>The 2024 US election, which went to the polls on Tuesday, is set to become the most expensive in history, with total contributions reaching $15.9 billion.</p>

<p>The spending, which includes congressional contests, will surpass the $15.1 billion spent in 2020 and more than double 2016's $6.5 billion, according to nonprofit OpenSecrets.</p>

<p>In the hotly contested presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the fundraising leader.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Her campaign directly raised over $1 billion, with 40 per cent coming from small donors, plus an additional $586 million from supporting political action committees.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;US Elections: How will the US elections impact India-US relations?</strong></p>

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<p>Donald Trump's campaign raised $382 million directly, with 28 per cent from small donors, while affiliated committees contributed $694 million.</p>

<p>The largest donor was Timothy Mellon, the reclusive 82-year-old banking heir who contributed $197 million to Trump and Republican causes.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Other major Republican supporters included Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein from the packaging industry, casino magnate Miriam Adelson, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, and hedge fund investor Kenneth Griffin -- each contributing over $100 million to Trump and Republican causes.</p>

<p>On the Democratic side, Michael Bloomberg has emerged as the leading donor, contributing about $93 million ($43 million initially, plus a reported additional $50 million).&nbsp;</p>

<p>George Soros provided $56 million through his political action committee.</p>

<p>Altogether, $10.5 billion has been spent on campaign ads for races from president down to local officials, according to data compiled by the ad tracking firm AdImpact.</p>

<p>The Harris and Trump presidential campaigns spent $2.6 billion on ads from March through November 1. Democrats spent $1.6 billion, while Republicans invested $993 million.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Themes hammered home in Harris' ads have been taxation, abortion rights, the economy and healthcare. Trump ads have mainly underlined immigration, inflation, crime, taxation, as well as the economy.</p>

<p>Pennsylvania led swing state spending for the presidential contest at $264 million, followed by Michigan at $151 million and Georgia at $137 million.</p>

<p>Overall, Pennsylvania saw an eye-watering $1.2 billion on all races, all the way down to local officials, in the cycle.</p>

<p>Despite the shift to online entertainment, digital platforms received $419 million in presidential advertising, representing only 17 per cent of total spending.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Meta platforms Facebook and Instagram, Democrats outspent Republicans $132.4 million to $24.7 million, while on X, Republicans led spending $1.1 million to Democrats' $150,000,&nbsp;AdImpact&nbsp;said.</p>

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The 2024 US election, which went to the polls on Tuesday, is set to become the most expensive in history, with total contributions reaching $15.9 billion. The spending, which includes congressional contests, will surpass the $15.

The 2024 US election, which went to the polls on Tuesday, is set to become the most expensive in history, with total contributions reaching $15.9 billion. The spending, which includes congressional contests, will surpass the $15.1 billion spent in 2020 and more than double 2016's $6.5 billion, according to nonprofit OpenSecrets. In the hotly contested presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the fundraising leader. Her campaign directly raised over $1 billion, with 40 per cent coming from small donors, plus an additional $586 million from supporting political action committees. Watch: US Elections: How will the US elections impact India-US relations? × Donald Trump's campaign raised $382 million directly, with 28 per cent from small donors, while affiliated committees contributed $694 million. The largest donor was Timothy Mellon, the reclusive 82-year-old banking heir who contributed $197 million to Trump and Republican causes. Also read: US Presidential Election 2024: How it will impact foreign policy? Other major Republican supporters included Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein from the packaging industry, casino magnate Miriam Adelson, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, and hedge fund investor Kenneth Griffin -- each contributing over $100 million to Trump and Republican causes. On the Democratic side, Michael Bloomberg has emerged as the leading donor, contributing about $93 million ($43 million initially, plus a reported additional $50 million). George Soros provided $56 million through his political action committee. Altogether, $10.5 billion has been spent on campaign ads for races from president down to local officials, according to data compiled by the ad tracking firm AdImpact. The Harris and Trump presidential campaigns spent $2.6 billion on ads from March through November 1. Democrats spent $1.6 billion, while Republicans invested $993 million. Themes hammered home in Harris' ads have been taxation, abortion rights, the economy and healthcare. Trump ads have mainly underlined immigration, inflation, crime, taxation, as well as the economy. Pennsylvania led swing state spending for the presidential contest at $264 million, followed by Michigan at $151 million and Georgia at $137 million. Overall, Pennsylvania saw an eye-watering $1.2 billion on all races, all the way down to local officials, in the cycle. Despite the shift to online entertainment, digital platforms received $419 million in presidential advertising, representing only 17 per cent of total spending. On Meta platforms Facebook and Instagram, Democrats outspent Republicans $132.4 million to $24.7 million, while on X, Republicans led spending $1.1 million to Democrats' $150,000, AdImpact said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US elections 2024: $15.9bn spent on campaigns in most expensive polls in country's history

<p>Just hours into Election Day, Republican candidate Donald Trump sent several X posts asking people to 'stay in line,' as the former United States president and his supporters appear to fear that people might leave if polling slows or gets delayed.</p>

<p>"STAY IN LINE - TOO BIG TO RIG!," he posted on X on Tuesday (Nov 5), hinting that polling might stop at designated times without allowing everyone to vote.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: US Elections: Voters Head to the Polls to Vote For Harris or Trump</strong></p>

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<p>The post was accompanied by an image saying 'Protect the Vote', which linked to a website:&nbsp;protectthevote.com.</p>

<p>Interestingly, at the time of writing this, the website was not opening, and returning an error message.</p>

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<p>Trump's alarmist messaging is reminiscent of the 'stop the steal' movement that happened soon after it emerged on 2020 Election Night that he was losing. That protest snowballed into the Capitol Hill riot of 2021 on January 6.</p>

<p>Trump's surrogates and supporters are filling social media with memes with hashtags like 'stay in line' and 'too big to rig,' making it clear that they want only one outcome this election night.</p>

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IF MACHINES GO DOWN WHILE YOU ARE IN LINE<br />
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YOU STAY IN LINE ALL DAY UNTIL YOU VOTE FOR THIS MAN<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/STAYINLINE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#STAYINLINE</a><br />
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<p>The Trump X handle repeatedly posted messages asking people not to leave polling stations till they vote.</p>

<p>"Republicans: We are doing GREAT! Stay on Line. Do not let them move you. STAY ON LINE AND VOTE!," said one.</p>

<p>"If you're there before the official close of the polls, don't let anyone intimidate you or force you out of line," said another.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/allies-tell-trump-to-declare-victory-prematurely-if-he-secures-lead-in-swing-states-report-773670"><strong>Also read: US election: Allies tell Trump to declare victory prematurely if he secures lead in swing states, says report</strong></a><br />
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'StayInLine' is now&nbsp;a hashtag, with several people posting images, videos and memes.</p>

<p>One such post said: "These are the front lines of a war to save our country. Serve with honour. #StayInLine".</p>

<p>"President Trump took a bullet for you. If machines go down while you are in line, you stay in line all day until you vote for this man," said another supporter of the Republican presidential candidate.</p>

<p>This makes one wonder: Is Trump already laying the groundwork to reject the election results in case he loses to Kamala Harris by a thin margin?</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/puerto-rico-is-not-voting-in-us-presidential-elections-but-has-trump-and-harris-on-ballot-heres-why-773612">Also read: Puerto Rico is not voting in US presidential elections but has Trump and Harris on ballot. Here's why</a></strong><br />
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That's quite a possibility, given that opinion polls had predicted that his contest with his Democratic rival is supertight.</p>

<p>Earlier, after casting his vote, Trump has assured that there will not be any violence, expressing confidence that he is winning the election.</p>


Just hours into Election Day, Republican candidate Donald Trump sent several X posts asking people to 'stay in line,' as the former United States president and his supporters appear to fear that people might leave if polling slows or gets delayed.

Just hours into Election Day, Republican candidate Donald Trump sent several X posts asking people to 'stay in line,' as the former United States president and his supporters appear to fear that people might leave if polling slows or gets delayed. "STAY IN LINE - TOO BIG TO RIG!," he posted on X on Tuesday (Nov 5), hinting that polling might stop at designated times without allowing everyone to vote. Watch: US Elections: Voters Head to the Polls to Vote For Harris or Trump × The post was accompanied by an image saying 'Protect the Vote', which linked to a website: protectthevote.com. Interestingly, at the time of writing this, the website was not opening, and returning an error message. they've been doing it for a while, $RIGGED #TooBigToRig pic.twitter.com/xTzrvWZw2I — deiudaboy (@PensiveKek) November 3, 2024 × Trump's alarmist messaging is reminiscent of the 'stop the steal' movement that happened soon after it emerged on 2020 Election Night that he was losing. That protest snowballed into the Capitol Hill riot of 2021 on January 6. Trump's surrogates and supporters are filling social media with memes with hashtags like 'stay in line' and 'too big to rig,' making it clear that they want only one outcome this election night. PRESIDENT TRUMP TOOK A BULLET FOR YOU IF MACHINES GO DOWN WHILE YOU ARE IN LINE YOU STAY IN LINE ALL DAY UNTIL YOU VOTE FOR THIS MAN#STAYINLINE pic.twitter.com/pi0LWUv75p — Drew Hernandez (@DrewHLive) November 5, 2024 × The Trump X handle repeatedly posted messages asking people not to leave polling stations till they vote. "Republicans: We are doing GREAT! Stay on Line. Do not let them move you. STAY ON LINE AND VOTE!," said one. "If you're there before the official close of the polls, don't let anyone intimidate you or force you out of line," said another. Also read: US election: Allies tell Trump to declare victory prematurely if he secures lead in swing states, says report 'StayInLine' is now a hashtag, with several people posting images, videos and memes. One such post said: "These are the front lines of a war to save our country. Serve with honour. #StayInLine". "President Trump took a bullet for you. If machines go down while you are in line, you stay in line all day until you vote for this man," said another supporter of the Republican presidential candidate. This makes one wonder: Is Trump already laying the groundwork to reject the election results in case he loses to Kamala Harris by a thin margin? Also read: Puerto Rico is not voting in US presidential elections but has Trump and Harris on ballot. Here's why That's quite a possibility, given that opinion polls had predicted that his contest with his Democratic rival is supertight. Earlier, after casting his vote, Trump has assured that there will not be any violence, expressing confidence that he is winning the election.

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<p>The Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, whose one of the biggest campaign issues was the reproductive rights for women in the US, has won several states in the 2024 presidential election.</p>

<p>Here's the list of states won by the Democrat:</p>

<p><strong>Colorado</strong></p>

<p>Kamala Harris won Colorado and secured&nbsp;the&nbsp;10 electoral votes in the state. Over the past two decades, the swing state&nbsp;has supported Democratic candidates in presidential races.</p>

<p><strong>District of Colombia</strong></p>

<p>Claiming its three votes in the Electoral College, Harris won the&nbsp;District of Colombia in the 2024 presidential election.</p>

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<p><strong>New York</strong></p>

<p>The vice president bagged 28 electoral votes by winning New York and became another Democrat supported by the state since 1984.</p>

<p><strong>Vermont</strong></p>

<p>In Vermont, Harris maintained the Democratic stronghold in the presidential race of this year as well.</p>

<p><strong>Maryland</strong></p>

<p>Harris won Maryland to bag 10 electoral votes of the state. Maryland has a strong Black community comprising 30 per cent of the state's population and has leaned towards the Democratic party in recent years.</p>

<p><strong>Connecticut</strong></p>

<p>In Connecticut, Harris continued the pattern of the Democratic win since the past nine presidential elections.</p>

<p><strong>Massachusetts</strong></p>

<p>The state has not supported a Republican since 1984. Harris won Massachusetts by continuing the streak of Democratic wins in the state.</p>

<p><strong>Rhode Island</strong></p>

<p>Harris bagged four electoral votes in Rhode Island by winning the state in this presidential election.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/us-election-analysis-trump-poised-to-enter-white-house-a-legacy-built-on-family-and-fortunes-773956">US election analysis: Trump poised to enter White House - A legacy built on family and fortunes</a></strong></p>

<p><strong>New Jersey</strong></p>

<p>The Democrat&nbsp;won New Jersey and the 14 electoral votes of the state. New Jersey has been a Democratic stronghold since 1988.</p>

<p><strong>Delaware</strong></p>

<p>Delaware, a Democratic supporter&nbsp;since the 1980s, was won by Harris.</p>

<p><strong>Illinois</strong></p>

<p>Kamala Harris conquered Illinois and its&nbsp;19 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, whose one of the biggest campaign issues was the reproductive rights for women in the US, has won several states in the 2024 presidential election.

The Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, whose one of the biggest campaign issues was the reproductive rights for women in the US, has won several states in the 2024 presidential election. Here's the list of states won by the Democrat: Colorado Kamala Harris won Colorado and secured the 10 electoral votes in the state. Over the past two decades, the swing state has supported Democratic candidates in presidential races. District of Colombia Claiming its three votes in the Electoral College, Harris won the District of Colombia in the 2024 presidential election. Also read | 'God spared my life for a reason': Trump hails election victory in rousing speech; here are the top quotes New York The vice president bagged 28 electoral votes by winning New York and became another Democrat supported by the state since 1984. Vermont In Vermont, Harris maintained the Democratic stronghold in the presidential race of this year as well. Maryland Harris won Maryland to bag 10 electoral votes of the state. Maryland has a strong Black community comprising 30 per cent of the state's population and has leaned towards the Democratic party in recent years. Connecticut In Connecticut, Harris continued the pattern of the Democratic win since the past nine presidential elections. Massachusetts The state has not supported a Republican since 1984. Harris won Massachusetts by continuing the streak of Democratic wins in the state. Rhode Island Harris bagged four electoral votes in Rhode Island by winning the state in this presidential election. Also read | US election analysis: Trump poised to enter White House - A legacy built on family and fortunes New Jersey The Democrat won New Jersey and the 14 electoral votes of the state. New Jersey has been a Democratic stronghold since 1988. Delaware Delaware, a Democratic supporter since the 1980s, was won by Harris. Illinois Kamala Harris conquered Illinois and its 19 electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election. (With inputs from agencies)

2024 US Election: List of states won by Democratic nominee Kamala Harris

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<p>Japan developed a first-of-its-kind wooden satellite, LingoSat, which has been launched into space as part of a study on using timber to help reduce the creation of space junk.</p>

<p>A team of scientists at Kyoto University developed the satellite to burn up when it re-enters the atmosphere, which could potentially provide a way to avoid the generation of metal particles.</p>

<p>The LingoSat weighs just 900g and was launched aboard a SpaceX mission recently.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The satellite, installed in a special container prepared by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, “flew into space safely”, Kyoto University’s Human Spaceology Center said on Tuesday.</p>

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<p>Once it reaches its destination, the wooden satellite will be deployed into orbit around Earth, where it will spend six months testing the durability of timber in the harsh conditions of space.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The satellite’s wooden panels are made from magnolia wood, which is a traditional Japanese method that avoids using screws and glue.</p>

<p>Researchers at the Kyoto University believe wood could one day replace certain metals in space technology, with potential applications for building colonies on the Moon or Mars.</p>

<p>Watch |&nbsp;<strong>Japan &amp; NASA to launch world's first wooden satellite</strong></p>

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<p>But why wood? Well, unlike on Earth, wood is expected to endure space conditions well, as the absence of water and oxygen removes risks of rotting or combustion, noted Professor Koji Murata from Kyoto University.</p>

<p>However, the concept of using wood in space is not entirely new. Dr Simeon Barber from the Open University in the UK pointed out that wood, like cork, has already been used on spacecraft as a heat-resistant material during re-entry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Soviet Union, for example, utilised cork to help lunar rovers grip the surface.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/nasas-voyager-1-re-establishes-contact-using-1981-radio-transmitter-772687">NASA’s Voyager 1 re-establishes contact using 1981 radio transmitter</a></p>

<p>But Dr Barber remains sceptical that wood will solve the space junk problem, arguing that even though wood ay reduce metal contaminants, more material might need to be carried in the first place to ensure it burns up entirely on the re-entry.</p>

<p>Japan’s mission is just a step towards understanding the possibilities of wood in space technology, which is a sustainable option than metal</p>

<p>“Satellites that are not made of metal should become mainstream,” Takao Doi, an astronaut and special professor at Kyoto University, said at a press conference earlier this year.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Japan developed a first-of-its-kind wooden satellite, LingoSat, which has been launched into space as part of a study on using timber to help reduce the creation of space junk.

Japan developed a first-of-its-kind wooden satellite, LingoSat, which has been launched into space as part of a study on using timber to help reduce the creation of space junk. A team of scientists at Kyoto University developed the satellite to burn up when it re-enters the atmosphere, which could potentially provide a way to avoid the generation of metal particles. The LingoSat weighs just 900g and was launched aboard a SpaceX mission recently. The satellite, installed in a special container prepared by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, “flew into space safely”, Kyoto University’s Human Spaceology Center said on Tuesday. Also Read | Riding the AI wave Nvidia overtakes Apple as the world’s largest company Once it reaches its destination, the wooden satellite will be deployed into orbit around Earth, where it will spend six months testing the durability of timber in the harsh conditions of space. The satellite’s wooden panels are made from magnolia wood, which is a traditional Japanese method that avoids using screws and glue. Researchers at the Kyoto University believe wood could one day replace certain metals in space technology, with potential applications for building colonies on the Moon or Mars. Watch | Japan & NASA to launch world's first wooden satellite × But why wood? Well, unlike on Earth, wood is expected to endure space conditions well, as the absence of water and oxygen removes risks of rotting or combustion, noted Professor Koji Murata from Kyoto University. However, the concept of using wood in space is not entirely new. Dr Simeon Barber from the Open University in the UK pointed out that wood, like cork, has already been used on spacecraft as a heat-resistant material during re-entry. The Soviet Union, for example, utilised cork to help lunar rovers grip the surface. Also Read | NASA’s Voyager 1 re-establishes contact using 1981 radio transmitter But Dr Barber remains sceptical that wood will solve the space junk problem, arguing that even though wood ay reduce metal contaminants, more material might need to be carried in the first place to ensure it burns up entirely on the re-entry. Japan’s mission is just a step towards understanding the possibilities of wood in space technology, which is a sustainable option than metal “Satellites that are not made of metal should become mainstream,” Takao Doi, an astronaut and special professor at Kyoto University, said at a press conference earlier this year. (With inputs from agencies)

Japan launches world's first wooden satellite to test wood's suitability for building space material

<p>The United States military is scheduled to test-fire a hypersonic nuclear missile on Tuesday (Nov 5) within hours after the presidential polls close, according to a report in Express UK. The launch of the unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is expected between 11:01 pm and 5:01 am (local time) from the US state of California's Vandenberg Space Force Base.</p>

<p>According to US military officials, the test will be conducted to exhibit the "readiness of nuclear US forces" and provide "confidence in the nation's nuclear deterrence".</p>

<p>The officials also stressed that the test launch had nothing to do with the presidential elections as the "test is routine and was scheduled years in advance."</p>

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<p>The missile will make a breathtaking show as it will be fired across the Pacific sky.</p>

<p>It will travel a staggering 4,200 miles from its US base to Kwajalein Atoll—a small island in the North Pacific. To put things into perspective, this journey is roughly the same distance as between London and New Delhi. Notably,&nbsp;the missile will cover that distance in just 22 minutes.</p>

<p>The test is scheduled against the backdrop of rising tensions in West Asia, Ukraine as well as the Taiwan Strait.</p>

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<p>The launch may also be seen as the USA’s symbolic pushback against alleged Russian, Chinese and Iranian plots to interfere in the country’s election process.</p>

<p>The FBI said on Tuesday that fake bomb threats have been made to polling locations in several states, many of which appear to originate from Russian email domains.</p>

<p>"None of the threats have been determined to be credible thus far," it said in a statement. It did not identify the states.</p>

<p>Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger also blamed a Russian operation for two non-credible bomb threats that prompted an evacuation of two Fulton County polling places.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States military is scheduled to test-fire a hypersonic nuclear missile on Tuesday (Nov 5) within hours after the presidential polls close, according to a report in Express UK.

The United States military is scheduled to test-fire a hypersonic nuclear missile on Tuesday (Nov 5) within hours after the presidential polls close, according to a report in Express UK. The launch of the unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile is expected between 11:01 pm and 5:01 am (local time) from the US state of California's Vandenberg Space Force Base. According to US military officials, the test will be conducted to exhibit the "readiness of nuclear US forces" and provide "confidence in the nation's nuclear deterrence". The officials also stressed that the test launch had nothing to do with the presidential elections as the "test is routine and was scheduled years in advance." Watch: US Presidential Election 2024: How it will impact foreign policy? × The missile will make a breathtaking show as it will be fired across the Pacific sky. It will travel a staggering 4,200 miles from its US base to Kwajalein Atoll—a small island in the North Pacific. To put things into perspective, this journey is roughly the same distance as between London and New Delhi. Notably, the missile will cover that distance in just 22 minutes. The test is scheduled against the backdrop of rising tensions in West Asia, Ukraine as well as the Taiwan Strait. Also read: US Presidential Election 2024: How it will impact foreign policy? The launch may also be seen as the USA’s symbolic pushback against alleged Russian, Chinese and Iranian plots to interfere in the country’s election process. The FBI said on Tuesday that fake bomb threats have been made to polling locations in several states, many of which appear to originate from Russian email domains. "None of the threats have been determined to be credible thus far," it said in a statement. It did not identify the states. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger also blamed a Russian operation for two non-credible bomb threats that prompted an evacuation of two Fulton County polling places. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>As the United States votes for their next president in the 2024 elections, an Indian-origin techie shared powerful views on voting as an American citizen. Srini Iragavarapu, the director of generative AI applications at Amazon, posted a photograph of himself with his son at a ballot box, gaining hundreds of reactions.</p>

<p>The techie talked about the right the vote given to him and the responsibility the citizens hold for future generations in a lengthy post on LinkedIn titled ‘Call to Exercise Democratic Right’.</p>

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<p>“Just fulfilled my civic duty by voting: If you're eligible to vote but haven't yet done so, please exercise this right. Your location's political leaning or your feelings about the candidates shouldn't deter you,” he wrote in the LinkedIn post. He urged citizens to vote regardless of whether they were enthusiastic about the candidates. “Voice matters,” he said.</p>

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<p>Iragavarapu wrote that while he was born in India, he “chose” America as his home. He added that he appreciates the right to vote given to him.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Will US Voters Give A Second Chance To Trump?</strong></p>

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<p>“As someone who was born in India and chose America as my home, I deeply appreciate that this right was granted to me.” The techie further talked about the impact of every vote in an election. He believes it is the “responsibility” of citizens to vote and ensure the future of the next generation is better, adding that in two more election cycles, his son will be eligible to vote.</p>

<p>“When I cast my ballot today, I wasn't just thinking about immediate changes. I was looking ahead to the future – in just two election cycles, my son will have his own voice in our democracy. We have a responsibility to ensure that the world we pass on to the next generation is better than the one we inherited. Our votes today shape their tomorrow,” he wrote.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-a-tie-for-trump-and-harris-in-dixville-notch-heres-what-a-3-3-split-means-773535">It's a tie for Trump and Harris in Dixville Notch. Here's what a 3-3 split means</a></strong></p>

<p>The post was praised by users and received hundreds of reactions, applauding the Amazon techie’s views on American democracy.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the United States votes for their next president in the 2024 elections, an Indian-origin techie shared powerful views on voting as an American citizen. Srini Iragavarapu, the director of generative AI applications at Amazon, posted a photograph of himself with his son at a ballot box, gaining hundreds of reactions.

As the United States votes for their next president in the 2024 elections, an Indian-origin techie shared powerful views on voting as an American citizen. Srini Iragavarapu, the director of generative AI applications at Amazon, posted a photograph of himself with his son at a ballot box, gaining hundreds of reactions. The techie talked about the right the vote given to him and the responsibility the citizens hold for future generations in a lengthy post on LinkedIn titled ‘Call to Exercise Democratic Right’. Also read | What will happen to Trump's criminal cases if he becomes the next US president? “Just fulfilled my civic duty by voting: If you're eligible to vote but haven't yet done so, please exercise this right. Your location's political leaning or your feelings about the candidates shouldn't deter you,” he wrote in the LinkedIn post. He urged citizens to vote regardless of whether they were enthusiastic about the candidates. “Voice matters,” he said. × Iragavarapu wrote that while he was born in India, he “chose” America as his home. He added that he appreciates the right to vote given to him. Watch | US Elections 2024: Will US Voters Give A Second Chance To Trump? × “As someone who was born in India and chose America as my home, I deeply appreciate that this right was granted to me.” The techie further talked about the impact of every vote in an election. He believes it is the “responsibility” of citizens to vote and ensure the future of the next generation is better, adding that in two more election cycles, his son will be eligible to vote. “When I cast my ballot today, I wasn't just thinking about immediate changes. I was looking ahead to the future – in just two election cycles, my son will have his own voice in our democracy. We have a responsibility to ensure that the world we pass on to the next generation is better than the one we inherited. Our votes today shape their tomorrow,” he wrote. Also read | It's a tie for Trump and Harris in Dixville Notch. Here's what a 3-3 split means The post was praised by users and received hundreds of reactions, applauding the Amazon techie’s views on American democracy. (With inputs from agencies)

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