In the highly anticipated U.S. presidential election, Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump competed for the 270 Electoral College votes needed to win from a total of 538 across all states and Washington, D.C.
As of Tuesday night, major media outlets were projecting state-by-state results, and both candidates were closely tracking each other’s progress in key battleground states.
States Won by Donald Trump
Trump secured victories across the South and Midwest, including:
Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Kentucky, Indiana, West Virginia, South Carolina, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, Kansas, Missouri, and Tennessee. These states, which have historically leaned Republican, contributed significantly to Trump’s early lead. His success in these regions was fueled by strong support from rural voters, particularly in states like Kentucky and West Virginia, where Trump’s populist message resonated deeply.
States Won by Kamala Harris
Harris gained ground in the Northeast, winning states such as:
Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Illinois, New York, and Connecticut. Harris’ strong showing in these states, along with key urban centers like New York City and Chicago, reflects her support among diverse, progressive voters. Her victories in states like Illinois and New Jersey, with large immigrant populations, highlighted her appeal to these communities, especially in areas hit hard by economic inequality and healthcare concerns.
As the night unfolded, both sides braced for crucial results from battleground states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Arizona, which could swing the election one way or the other. The stakes were high, with each candidate aiming to secure crucial swing states to tip the balance of power in their favor.
This early count offers a glimpse into the candidates’ progress as Election Day continues, but much remains uncertain as both campaigns continue to fight for every vote in pivotal regions across the country. The next few hours could be decisive in determining the path to the White House.
