Harris wins Connecticut

Vice President Kamala Harris secured a victory in Connecticut on November 5, 2024, continuing the state's trend of backing Democratic presidential candidates in every election since 1988.

However, despite this win, the broader election results favored Republican Donald Trump, who has been projected to reclaim the White House.

Harris' win in Connecticut was expected, as the state has consistently supported Democratic candidates in the last nine presidential elections.

In 2020, President Joe Biden won the state by nearly 20 points, and similar margins were seen in previous contests. Connecticut, which contributes seven electoral votes, has not backed a Republican presidential candidate since George H.W. Bush in 1988.

Harris' victory is another strong hold for Democrats in the "blue wall" of northeastern states.

At 8:00 p.m. EST, the Associated Press declared Harris the winner of Connecticut, signaling the continuation of a solid Democratic stronghold.

However, this victory was overshadowed by broader national trends. While Harris’ Connecticut win added to her electoral tally, the race for the presidency took a decisive turn as Donald Trump secured key swing states, including Georgia and Nevada.

Trump's victory, projected by Fox News early on November 6, marks his return to the presidency after a stunning political comeback.

He clinched crucial battleground states and amassed the 270 electoral votes needed to defeat Harris, despite her early leads in states like Connecticut.

His strong performance, particularly among Hispanic and younger voters, was bolstered by an economic message that resonated with a broad coalition of voters.

After being declared the victor, Trump addressed supporters in Palm Beach, Florida, celebrating what he called "an unprecedented and powerful mandate" from the American people.

Trump’s comeback is remarkable given his previous electoral losses and the multiple legal challenges he faces.

His running mate, Senator JD Vance, was also present, and the rally exuded confidence with Republican leaders and Trump’s family members in attendance.

As Democrats faced setbacks in both the presidential and Senate races, the focus shifted to the US House of Representatives.

Democrats lost control of the Senate as expected, but their chances to maintain a significant foothold in Washington now rest on the outcome of House races.

With Republicans set to take control of the Senate and Trump on the verge of returning to the White House, the battle for the House has become the last remaining avenue for Democrats to challenge the political shift.

Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) emphasized the importance of holding the House, stating, "In terms of the power trifecta, the House is the only hope for Democrats to maintain a check on an out-of-control Donald Trump."

As the final House results continue to come in, Democrats are anxiously watching district-by-district results, hoping for a narrow path to regain some leverage over the Republican-dominated Congress.

In addition to Trump’s projected win, the outcome in Georgia was particularly notable.

Trump flipped the state back to Republican control after losing it to Biden in 2020. The victory came despite Trump facing ongoing criminal charges related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.

As support for Donald Trump surges, liberal media figures and Harris supporters are thrown into turmoil.

MSNBC's Joy Reid went on a fiery rant live on air as Florida swung heavily in Trump’s favor, calling the state’s government "extremist" and "fascist."

Meanwhile, Harris' watch party at Howard University grew noticeably quiet in the final hours of Election Day as Trump's momentum in key swing states became apparent.

Meanwhile, popular Twitch streamer, known for his high-stakes bets and bold style, faces a $700,000 loss after betting on Kamala Harris to win the 2024 US presidential election.

As the results continue to unfold, the future of American governance remains uncertain, with Democrats holding out hope for the House while Trump prepares for a return to the White House.