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US Election Update: Trump Close to Victory
A close US election sees Trump leading but needing Pennsylvania to secure the presidency, with Republicans gaining control of the Senate. Historic milestones include two Black women elected senators, and the first transgender representative.
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- What historical milestones were achieved in this election?
- For the first time, two Black women will serve simultaneously as senators, and Sarah McBride has become the first transgender person elected to the US House of Representatives.
- What is the current state of the US presidential election?
- The US election results are still close, with Donald Trump leading but needing Pennsylvania to secure victory. Control of both the Senate and House of Representatives also remains uncertain, with Republicans leading in both.
- What are the latest updates from both campaign headquarters?
- Kamala Harris' campaign headquarters has sent supporters home, while Donald Trump is expected to speak soon. Trump's victory in Georgia and North Carolina further bolsters his chances, with Pennsylvania potentially giving him the presidency.
- Which states are still counting votes and why are they important?
- Key swing states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin are still counting votes, with close margins making it difficult to predict the outcome for the presidency. Arizona and Nevada are also still counting.
- What is the situation regarding the Senate and House of Representatives races?
- The Republican party has already secured a majority in the Senate. The race for the House of Representatives is still ongoing, with Republicans currently ahead but not yet having achieved the necessary number of seats.