Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

By Associated Press

Nov 06, 2024 2:25 pm

(UPDATE) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the US Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.

With a win in Wisconsin, Trump cleared the 270 electoral votes needed to clinch the presidency.

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