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2024 US Election Day Updates
Coverage of the 2024 US Presidential Election, including Trump's voting, security measures, FBI warnings, voter turnout, and international reactions.
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- What warning did the FBI issue concerning the election?
- The FBI issued a warning about two fake videos circulating online; one falsely claiming a terrorist threat and urging people to vote by mail, and the other falsely alleging voter fraud in prisons.
- What security measures were taken in major US cities on election day?
- Increased security measures were implemented across several US states, including Washington D.C., where barriers were erected around the Capitol and White House due to concerns about potential violence.
- What were some international reactions or concerns about the election outcome?
- International reactions to the election included a Hindu priest in Kamala Harris' ancestral village in India performing a ritual for her success, while German politicians expressed concerns about a potential Trump victory and a lack of preparedness in Europe.
- Where did Donald Trump cast his vote, and what statement did he make afterward?
- Donald Trump voted in West Palm, Florida, alongside his wife Melania, expressing confidence in his chances of winning the election. He stated that he would only concede if the election was deemed "fair."
- Despite weather conditions, what was the voter turnout like, and what notable voter comments were made?
- Despite inclement weather in many parts of the country, voters turned out in large numbers, with long lines reported at numerous polling places. One voter, Liza Fortt, highlighted the historic nature of voting for Kamala Harris as a Black woman.