Donald Trump Wins Popular Vote in Election

Donald Trump has emerged as the likely winner of the popular vote in the 2024 presidential election, leading Vice President Kamala Harris by nearly 5 million votes, a significant turnaround for Republicans who have struggled to win the popular vote since 2004. His victory highlights weaknesses within the Democratic base, as demographic shifts suggest decreasing support among Black, Latino, and young voters for the party. Despite being the first U.S. president with a felony conviction, Trump's America-first policies resonated with frustrated voters, solidifying his position for the upcoming administration starting January 20, 2025. Democrats face an urgent reckoning with no clear leadership to unite their coalition against Trump, who is poised to exploit divisions within the electorate. The mood at Democratic watch parties turned somber as results from swing states like North Carolina and Georgia indicated a narrowing path to victory for Harris. As Trump prepares to take office, concerns about the future of democracy and potential policy implications loom large among voters.