Vice President Kamala Harris did not address supporters at her election watch party at Howard University as former President Donald Trump gained early leads in key states during the 2024 presidential election. Her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, announced that Harris would speak the following day, citing ongoing vote counts as the reason for her absence. Despite starting optimistically, the mood among Harris supporters turned somber as Trump was projected to win North Carolina and Georgia. The event saw many attendees leaving after midnight without hearing from Harris, as the path to her victory narrowed significantly. Trump’s unexpected political comeback has resulted in global reactions, with his supporters celebrating victories in several key states. Observers note the situation bears resemblance to the 2016 election night when Hillary Clinton did not appear before her supporters as results unfolded unfavorably.