Donald Trump declares himself winner of 2024 presidential election

November 06, 2024 - 15:00

Victories in the key swing states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia, proved decisive in his race to the White House.

Republican presidential nominee former US President Donald Trump holds a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on November 4. KYODO/VNA Photo

WASHINGTON DC - Donald Trump is on the brink of winning the US presidential election after preliminary vote counts revealed a sizable lead over his opponent, Democrat Kamala Harris.

Speaking in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump declared himself the winner and outlined his plans for his upcoming term in office, the Vietnam News Agency reported.

Victories in the key swing states of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia proved decisive in his path to the White House.

This victory marks Trump’s second term as president, following his initial tenure from 2016 to 2020.

The Electoral College in each state will convene on December 17 to cast their formal votes, officially electing Trump as the next US President.

Trump is schedule to take the oath of office at the Capitol on January 20, 2025. VNS

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