US Presidential Election 2020 Live Updates: Joe Biden Vows To "Make America Respected" Around The World Again
US Democrat Joe Biden captured the US presidency on Saturday as voters narrowly rebuffed Republican incumbent Donald Trump's tumultuous leadership and embraced Biden's promise to fight the coronavirus pandemic and fix the economy in a divided nation.
From the bottom of my heart: thank you. pic.twitter.com/s76oHFkr66
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 8, 2020
Joe Biden vows to unite America after "convincing" victory
US President-elect Joe Biden promised to unite Americans and seek to heal divisions after what he called a "convincing" victory over Donald Trump.
A nation united.
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 8, 2020
A nation strengthened.
A nation healed.
The United States of America.
Joe Biden to name "leading scientists" on Monday to Covid task force
US President-elect Joe Biden vowed Saturday to name a group top scientists to his coronavirus task force as early as Monday. "On Monday I will name a group of leading scientists and experts as transition advisors to help take the Biden-Harris plan and convert it into an actual blueprint that will start on January 20, 2021," he told supporters.
The pledge came in Biden's first speech since being projected as the winner of the presidential election, signaling that he plans to prioritize the pandemic from the outset.
Joe Biden says: "With full hearts and steady hands, with faith in America and in each other, with a love of country - and a thirst for justice - let us be the nation that we know we can be."
Whole world is watching: Joe Biden
"I believe that this is part of the mandate from the American people. They want us to cooperate. That's the choice I'll make. And I call on the Congress - Democrats and Republicans alike - to make that choice with me," says Joe Biden.
"Tonight, the whole world is watching America. I believe at our best America is a beacon for the globe. And we lead not by the example of our power, but by the power of our example," he adds.
Now that the campaign is over-what is the people's will? What is our mandate?
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 8, 2020
I believe it is this: Americans have called on us to marshal the forces of decency and the forces of fairness. To marshal the forces of science and the forces of hope in the great battles of our time.
This is the time to heal in America: Joe Biden
"The Bible tells us that to everything there is a season - a time to build, a time to reap, a time to sow. And a time to heal. This is the time to heal in America," Joe Biden says.
"We cannot repair the economy, restore our vitality, or relish life's most precious moments - hugging a grandchild, birthdays, weddings, graduations, all the moments that matter most to us - until we get this virus under control."
Stop treating opponents as "enemies," says Joe Biden
"Stop treating our opponents as our enemies.. they are not our enemies, they are Americans."
For America's educators, this is a great day: You're going to have one of your own in the White House, and Jill is going to make a great First Lady.
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 8, 2020
Will work with all my heart: Joe Biden
"I pledge to be a President who seeks not to divide, but to unify. Who doesn't see Red and Blue states, but a United States. And who will work with all my heart to win the confidence of the whole people," says Joe Biden.
Joe Biden hails "convincing victory" in US presidential race
US democrat says: "The people of this nation have spoken. They have delivered us a clear victory. A convincing victory. A victory for 'We the People.'"
Jill (Biden) is going to make a first great lady, adds Joe Biden.
I pledged to be a president who does not seek to divide, but to unite: Joe Biden
For four years, you marched and organized for equality and justice, for our lives, and for our planet. And then, you voted.
You voted for hope, unity, decency, science, and truth when you chose
Joe Biden as the next President of the United States of America.
While I may be the first woman in this office, I will not be the last-because every little girl watching tonight sees that this is a country of possibilities.
Congressman John Lewis wrote before his passing: "Democracy is not a state. It is an act."
- Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 8, 2020
What he meant was that America's democracy is not guaranteed. It is only as strong as our willingness to fight for it-and that's exactly what you did.
Kamala Harris starts speaking after victory in US election
You chose Joe Biden as the next President of the US, Kamala Harris says.
Fate of US Senate to be settled in two Georgia runoffs
Control of the US Senate and prospects for united rule in Congress for incoming president Joe Biden will boil down to two runoff elections in Georgia, with Democrats and Republicans positioning for an epic political battle. Party leaders and the candidates themselves on Saturday presented the southern state as the new ground zero in a war to either clear a congressional path to help Biden implement many of his proposed reforms, or put a check on President Donald Trump's White House successor.
Democrats were aiming to flip the upper chamber of Congress on Election Day by ousting at least three Republicans, a result that would present Biden with an incoming president's dream: both the Senate and House of Representatives under his party's control.
Mexican president says too soon to congratulate Joe Biden
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said Saturday that it was too soon to congratulate Joe Biden and he would wait for "all legal issues" in the US election to be resolved.
"We don't want to be imprudent. We don't want to act lightly and we want to respect people's self-determination and rights," Lopez Obrador, who has had good relations with Trump, said.
Iran hopes for a change in "destructive US policies" after Joe Biden win
Iran's first vice president said he hoped for a change in "destructive US policies" after Democrat Joe Biden captured the US presidency on Saturday, adding that the era of Donald Trump and his "adventurous and belligerent" administration was over.
"I hope we will see a change in the destructive policies of the United States... finally... the era of Trump and his adventurous and belligerent team is over," Eshaq Jahangiri tweeted.
Relations between Iran and the United States have taken a turn for the worse since 2018, when Trump pulled out of Tehran's nuclear deal with six powers and reimposed crippling sanctions.
We are confident that relationship between India & US will reach new heights under PM Modi & President Biden. PM Modi always develops personal relationships with world leaders whether it is Putin, Merkel or Trump, similarly, he'll have nice chemistry with Pres Biden: J. Sahwani https://t.co/YgMv9RUbDJ
- ANI (@ANI) November 7, 2020
Protesting Trump supporters reject results, allege conspiracy
While the streets of many American cities erupted in joy Saturday at the news of Joe Biden's victory in the presidential election, hardcore Donald Trump supporters refused to accept the result, alleging fraud and conspiracy. In cities including Phoenix, Philadelphia and Atlanta, the outgoing president's loyalists gathered under the slogan of #StopTheSteal, repeating Trump's unfounded allegations that Biden's win was based on cheating.
They wore red Trump hats, held signs reading "Stop The Steal" and waved American flags or Trump banners bearing the slogan: "Keep America Great."
Japan PM congratulates Joe Biden on election win
Japan's Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga on Saturday congratulated Joe Biden on winning the White House, pledging to work with the Democrat to further strengthen the nations' ties. "Warm congratulations to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. I look forward to working with you to further strengthen the Japan-US Alliance and ensure peace, freedom, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond," he wrote on Twitter.
Can Donald Trump Challenge US Election Verdict?Minutes after US media declared Democrat Joe Biden victor in the tight race for the US presidency on Saturday, President Donald Trump rejected that conclusion, saying he will prove in court that he was the winner.
71,000,000 Legal Votes. The most EVER for a sitting President!
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
"71,000,000 Legal Votes": Donald Trump
Donald Trump says the "observers were not allowed into the counting rooms..."
THE OBSERVERS WERE NOT ALLOWED INTO THE COUNTING ROOMS. I WON THE ELECTION, GOT 71,000,000 LEGAL VOTES. BAD THINGS HAPPENED WHICH OUR OBSERVERS WERE NOT ALLOWED TO SEE. NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE. MILLIONS OF MAIL-IN BALLOTS WERE SENT TO PEOPLE WHO NEVER ASKED FOR THEM!
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
Barack Obama, Boris Johnson, Other World Leaders Congratulate Joe BidenCongratulations poured in for US president-elect Joe Biden from around the world, with Washington's allies, particularly in Europe, seeing his win as a chance at a fresh start after the antagonistic years under Donald Trump.
#WATCH: People celebrate the victory of Joe Biden on the streets of Washington DC. #USElectionResults2020pic.twitter.com/sIKt9OxEZh
- ANI (@ANI) November 7, 2020
Donald Trump arrives back at White House, following news of his defeat
US President Donald Trump returned to the White House on Saturday after playing golf on the morning that news came through of his election defeat by Joe Biden. The presidential motorcade drove close to the Black Lives Matter Plaza, opposite the White House, where a large crowd was celebrating Trump's defeat.
The Republican, who is claiming without providing evidence that he actually won the election, spent the morning at a golf club he owns in Virginia.
Washington reacts with joy to Joe Biden win
Joyous celebrations erupted in Washington after Joe Biden was declared winner of the US presidency, as several people poured into the streets of the US capital -- some of them chanting, cheering and singing in front of the White House. Its occupant, President Donald Trump, was far from the cacophony in the early afternoon, playing golf in neighboring Virginia after tweeting inflammatory and unsubstantiated claims about voter fraud. That did nothing however to dampen enthusiasm in the city, where drivers honked their horns, residents banged pots and pans, and people hooted and hollered in parks and on hiking trails -- scenes seen in other Democratic-leaning cities across the country, from New York to Los Angeles.
Ready to get to work on behalf of the American people: Kamala Harris
.@JoeBiden and I are ready to get to work on behalf of the American people. pic.twitter.com/dMVaWbcxHV
- Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 7, 2020
Joe Biden's Family, Supporters In His Hometown Celebrate WinHundreds of Joe Biden supporters cheered and sounded car horns as they and members of the president-elect's family gathered at his election headquarters in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware Saturday ahead of a victory party.
My sincere felicitations to Joseph R. Biden on his election as President of the United States of America and @KamalaHarris, as Vice President. I wish @JoeBiden a successful tenure and look forward to working with him to further strengthen India-US relations.
- President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) November 7, 2020
Sonia Gandhi congratulates Joe Biden, Kamala Harris
Congress president Sonia Gandhi congratulated Joe Biden for winning the US presidential election, saying India looked forward to a close partnership beneficial to peace and development.
In a statement late in the night, Ms Gandhi also extended warm greetings to vice president-elect Kamala Harris.
Under the "wise and mature" leadership of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, Ms Gandhi said "India looks forward to a close partnership that will be beneficial to peace and development in our region and around the world"
EU chiefs congratulate Joe Biden, urge closer US ties
European Union leaders Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen hailed Joe Biden's election as president of the United States on Saturday and called for stronger trans-Atlantic ties.
"I warmly congratulate Mr Joe Biden on his victory in the US presidential election and look forward to meeting him at the earliest possible opportunity," European Commission president von der Leyen said. "The European Union and the United States are friends and allies, our citizens share the deepest of links," she said.
Michel, who as president of the European Council represents the leaders of EU member states -- not all of whom have acknowledged Biden's victory -- also tweeted "congratulations" but was more cautious. "We take note of the latest development in the electoral process," he said, after US news networks reported a Biden victory and the Democratic Party candidate and former vice president claimed the win.
UK's Boris Johnson congratulates Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has congratulated Joe Biden "on his election" as US president and Biden's running mate Kamala Harris "on her historic achievement".
Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarrispic.twitter.com/xrpE99W4c4
- Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 7, 2020
Top Republican Senator Romney congratulates "President-elect" Joe Biden
US Republican Senator Mitt Romney has congratulated Joe Biden on his election victory, becoming the first prominent current lawmaker in President Donald Trump's party to acknowledge the Democratic challenger's win.
"Ann (his wife) and I extend our congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. We know both of them as people of good will and admirable character," Romney, the Republican presidential nominee who lost to Barack Obama in 2012, said on Twitter.
German Chancellor calls transatlantic ties "irreplaceable" after Joe Biden wins
German Chancellor Angela Merkel congratulated US President-elect Joe Biden and said trans-atlantic ties were "irreplaceable", alluding to tensions during Donald Trump's leadership.
"Congratulations!" Merkel said. "I wish luck and success from the bottom of my heart.
"Our trans-atlantic friendship is irreplaceable if we want to overcome the great challenges of our times," she said in a tweet issued by a government spokesman.
NATO Chief Congratulates President-Elect Joe Biden
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg congratulates President-elect Joe Biden, reported news agency AFP.
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg congratulates President-elect Joe Biden, reported news agency AFP.
"Matter Of Immense Pride Not Just For Your Chittis...": PM Modi Congratulates Kamala Harris
Heartiest congratulations @KamalaHarris! Your success is pathbreaking, and a matter of immense pride not just for your chittis, but also for all Indian-Americans. I am confident that the vibrant India-US ties will get even stronger with your support and leadership.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2020
PM Modi Congratulates President-Elect Biden On "Spectacular Victory"
Congratulations @JoeBiden on your spectacular victory! As the VP, your contribution to strengthening Indo-US relations was critical and invaluable. I look forward to working closely together once again to take India-US relations to greater heights. pic.twitter.com/yAOCEcs9bN
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 7, 2020
France's Macron Congratulates Biden, Says Ready To "Work Together"
France's Emmanuel Macron congratulates Biden, says ready to "work together", reported news agency AFP.
France's Emmanuel Macron congratulates Biden, says ready to "work together", reported news agency AFP.
Obama Hails Joe Biden's "Historic And Decisive" Win
Obama hails Joe Biden's 'historic and decisive' win, reported news agency AFP.
Obama hails Joe Biden's 'historic and decisive' win, reported news agency AFP.
Congratulations to my friends, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris - our next President and Vice President of the United States. pic.twitter.com/febgqxUi1y
- Barack Obama (@BarackObama) November 7, 2020
US Election 2020: In One Of The First Tasks After Winning, Joe Biden Changes Twitter BioOne of the first tasks Joe Biden completed after defeating Donald Trump in a cliffhanger election was to change his Twitter bio - from a Democrat who ran for President to President-elect. Joe Biden, 77, defeated Donald Trump, 74, to become the 46th US president after unseating the incumbent at a time when the US is reeling from the coronavirus pandemic, political polarisation and weakening economy.
"Makes Us Proud": Rahul Gandhi Congratulates Kamala Harris
Congratulations, Vice-President-elect @KamalaHarris! It makes us proud that the first woman to serve as Vice President of the USA traces her roots to India.
- Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) November 7, 2020
President-Elect Biden To Address Nation
US President-elect Biden to address nation at 8:00 pm (0100 GMT Sunday), reported news agency AFP.
US President-elect Biden to address nation at 8:00 pm (0100 GMT Sunday), reported news agency AFP.
Ireland Hails Biden Amid Brexit Fears, As President-Elect's Irish Relatives Rejoice
Ireland hailed Democrat Joe Biden as "president-elect" of the United States and a staunch friend of his ancestral homeland who would support peace in Northern Ireland, as Britain leaves the EU, reported news agency AFP. Prime minister Micheal Martin was among the very first foreign leaders to react and relatives of the Irish-American Biden also rejoiced, after US networks declared him the winner of the bitter White House race over President Donald Trump. "Ireland takes pride in Joe Biden's election, just as we are proud of all the generations of Irish women and Irish men and their ancestors whose toil and genius have enriched the diversity that powers America," Martin said in a statement.
Ireland hailed Democrat Joe Biden as "president-elect" of the United States and a staunch friend of his ancestral homeland who would support peace in Northern Ireland, as Britain leaves the EU, reported news agency AFP. Prime minister Micheal Martin was among the very first foreign leaders to react and relatives of the Irish-American Biden also rejoiced, after US networks declared him the winner of the bitter White House race over President Donald Trump. "Ireland takes pride in Joe Biden's election, just as we are proud of all the generations of Irish women and Irish men and their ancestors whose toil and genius have enriched the diversity that powers America," Martin said in a statement.
Look Forward To Working With President-Elect Biden: Canada PM Justin Trudeau
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Joe Biden on winning the White House, shortly after US media called the race for the Democrat over Donald Trump, reported news agency AFP. "I look forward to working with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect (Kamala) Harris, their administration, and the United States Congress as we tackle the world's greatest challenges together," Trudeau said in a statement.
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau congratulated Joe Biden on winning the White House, shortly after US media called the race for the Democrat over Donald Trump, reported news agency AFP. "I look forward to working with President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect (Kamala) Harris, their administration, and the United States Congress as we tackle the world's greatest challenges together," Trudeau said in a statement.
Biden Changes Twitter Bio To "President-Elect" After Historic Win
Democrat Joe Biden changes Twitter bio to include "President-Elect" after historic win.
Democrat Joe Biden changes Twitter bio to include "President-Elect" after historic win.
Crowds Converge On Washington To Celebrate After Biden Declared President
As news emerged that Joe Biden had won the US presidential election, crowds poured onto the streets of Washington and other cities in exuberant celebration, reported news agency AFP. In the capital, the sound of car horns filled the streets, with hundreds gathering downtown -- whooping, laughing and clapping, in Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House. Across the city, people came out onto porches, toasting the Biden victory with champagne and tequila, many of them glued to their phones as they shared the news. People poured into the streets of New York as well, yelling and clapping from balconies and banging on pans.
As news emerged that Joe Biden had won the US presidential election, crowds poured onto the streets of Washington and other cities in exuberant celebration, reported news agency AFP. In the capital, the sound of car horns filled the streets, with hundreds gathering downtown -- whooping, laughing and clapping, in Black Lives Matter Plaza near the White House. Across the city, people came out onto porches, toasting the Biden victory with champagne and tequila, many of them glued to their phones as they shared the news. People poured into the streets of New York as well, yelling and clapping from balconies and banging on pans.
"This Election Is Far From Over": Trump As Biden Clinches US Vote
President Donald Trump said on Saturday his campaign would begin challenging US election results in court next week after media outlets called the race for Democrat Joe Biden, saying "this election is far from over", reported news agency Reuters. "We all know why Joe Biden is rushing to falsely pose as the winner, and why his media allies are trying so hard to help him: they don't want the truth to be exposed," he said in a statement. "The simple fact is this election is far from over." Trump has repeatedly made unfounded claims of fraud in the election.
President Donald Trump said on Saturday his campaign would begin challenging US election results in court next week after media outlets called the race for Democrat Joe Biden, saying "this election is far from over", reported news agency Reuters. "We all know why Joe Biden is rushing to falsely pose as the winner, and why his media allies are trying so hard to help him: they don't want the truth to be exposed," he said in a statement. "The simple fact is this election is far from over." Trump has repeatedly made unfounded claims of fraud in the election.
"Let's Get Started," Tweets VP-Elect Kamala Harris After Historic Win
This election is about so much more than @JoeBiden or me. It's about the soul of America and our willingness to fight for it. We have a lot of work ahead of us. Let's get started.pic.twitter.com/Bb9JZpggLN
- Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) November 7, 2020
"America, I’m Honored," Tweets Biden After US Media Network Projection
America, I'm honored that you have chosen me to lead our great country.
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 7, 2020
The work ahead of us will be hard, but I promise you this: I will be a President for all Americans - whether you voted for me or not.
I will keep the faith that you have placed in me. pic.twitter.com/moA9qhmjn8
11 Things You May Not Know About Joe Biden
11 Things You May Not Know About Joe Biden https://t.co/BofP3Sv5F9pic.twitter.com/6Q67PF7tDO
- NDTV (@ndtv) November 7, 2020
Biden "Rushing To Falsely Pose" As Winner, After Network Projections: Trump
Trump says Biden "rushing to falsely pose" as US election winner, after network projections, reported news agency AFP.
Trump says Biden "rushing to falsely pose" as US election winner, after network projections, reported news agency AFP.
US Presidential Election Results 2020: Kamala Harris, Repeat Trailblazer, Set To Make History With Many FirstsKamala Harris is set to make history as the first woman, the first Black American and the first Asian American Vice President of America.
Joe Biden To Be Next US President After Winning Key Battleground State Pennsylvania: US Media
Joe Biden to be the next US President after winning key battleground state Pennsylvania: US media
Joe Biden to be the next US President after winning key battleground state Pennsylvania: US media
Trump Leaves White House, Arrives At Golf Club As Vote Count Drags On
US President Donald Trump left the White House Saturday for the first time since Election Day, heading to his golf club in suburban Virginia as the vote count dragged on with Joe Biden leading the Republican incumbent in decisive states, reported news agency AFP. After appearing twice at the White House in recent days to address the nation, Trump left the presidential residence for the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia. Biden stands on the verge of winning the White House -- a victory in battleground state Pennsylvania, where he is leading, would give him enough votes in the Electoral College, which determines the presidency. Trump however has claimed: "I won this election, by a lot!" -- a claim that was flagged by Twitter.
US President Donald Trump left the White House Saturday for the first time since Election Day, heading to his golf club in suburban Virginia as the vote count dragged on with Joe Biden leading the Republican incumbent in decisive states, reported news agency AFP. After appearing twice at the White House in recent days to address the nation, Trump left the presidential residence for the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia. Biden stands on the verge of winning the White House -- a victory in battleground state Pennsylvania, where he is leading, would give him enough votes in the Electoral College, which determines the presidency. Trump however has claimed: "I won this election, by a lot!" -- a claim that was flagged by Twitter.
Trump Announces He Has "Won This Election, By A Lot"
I WON THIS ELECTION, BY A LOT!
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
Trump Announces "Big Press Conference" Tonight
Big press conference today in Philadelphia at Four Seasons Total Landscaping - 11:30am!
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
People Screaming Stop The Count, We Demand Transparency: Trump
People were screaming STOP THE COUNT & WE DEMAND TRANSPARENCY (As Legal Observers were refused admittance to count rooms)! https://t.co/CW1tivI45c
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
Tens Of Thousands Of Votes Illegally Received After 8 PM On Nov 3: Trump
Tens of thousands of votes were illegally received after 8 P.M. on Tuesday, Election Day, totally and easily changing the results in Pennsylvania and certain other razor thin states. As a separate matter, hundreds of thousands of Votes were illegally not allowed to be OBSERVED...
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 7, 2020
Centre Should Prepare To Welcome Bharat Ki Beti Kamala Harris: Congress MP Adhir Ranjan ChowdhuryLeader of Congress in Lok Sabha Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury today said that the government should prepare itself to welcome US vice-presidential candidate Kamal Harris stating that she is destined to lead the oldest democracy in the world.
Biden Vows Virus Action On "Day One" If Victorious
The United States reported record new coronavirus cases for the third day in a row, as Joe Biden vowed to act against the pandemic on "day one" if he wins the presidential election in the world's worst-hit nation, reported news agency AFP. Global infections have surged past 49 million and Europe has become the new pandemic epicenter in recent weeks with more than 300,000 deaths -- nearly a quarter of the global total. More than 127,000 new infections were reported in the US on Friday, the third straight day of record cases, as votes from the bitterly fought election were still being counted. No winner has been declared but Biden promised he would not waste time in addressing the pandemic if he is victorious. "I want everyone, everyone to know on day one we're going to put our plan to control this virus into action," the Democrat said.
The United States reported record new coronavirus cases for the third day in a row, as Joe Biden vowed to act against the pandemic on "day one" if he wins the presidential election in the world's worst-hit nation, reported news agency AFP. Global infections have surged past 49 million and Europe has become the new pandemic epicenter in recent weeks with more than 300,000 deaths -- nearly a quarter of the global total. More than 127,000 new infections were reported in the US on Friday, the third straight day of record cases, as votes from the bitterly fought election were still being counted. No winner has been declared but Biden promised he would not waste time in addressing the pandemic if he is victorious. "I want everyone, everyone to know on day one we're going to put our plan to control this virus into action," the Democrat said.
"We're Going To Win This Race," Says Biden As Lead Over Trump Grows
Democrat Joe Biden said he was going to win the US presidency as his lead grew over President Donald Trump in battleground states, although television networks held off from declaring him the victor as vote-counting continued, reported news agency Reuters. "The numbers tell us it's a clear and convincing story: We're going to win this race," Biden said today, adding that he and his running mate Kamala Harris were already meeting with experts as they prepare for the White House. Trump, 74, has been defiant as his chances of re-election fade. He has repeatedly made unfounded claims of fraud and his campaign is pursuing a series of lawsuits that legal experts say are unlikely to alter the election outcome. Americans have been waiting longer than in any presidential election since 2000 to learn the winner, with counting slowed by a record number of mail-in ballots. Biden, 77, has a 253-to-214 lead in the state-by-state Electoral College vote that determines the winner, according to Edison Research.
Democrat Joe Biden said he was going to win the US presidency as his lead grew over President Donald Trump in battleground states, although television networks held off from declaring him the victor as vote-counting continued, reported news agency Reuters. "The numbers tell us it's a clear and convincing story: We're going to win this race," Biden said today, adding that he and his running mate Kamala Harris were already meeting with experts as they prepare for the White House. Trump, 74, has been defiant as his chances of re-election fade. He has repeatedly made unfounded claims of fraud and his campaign is pursuing a series of lawsuits that legal experts say are unlikely to alter the election outcome. Americans have been waiting longer than in any presidential election since 2000 to learn the winner, with counting slowed by a record number of mail-in ballots. Biden, 77, has a 253-to-214 lead in the state-by-state Electoral College vote that determines the winner, according to Edison Research.
Republicans have for months been fighting a state decision to accept mail-in ballots postmarked by November 3 and arriving by Friday. Previously the deadline for acceptance was Election Day itself, news agency AFP reported.
US Election Result 2020: What Joe Biden Plans To Do For Economic Recovery
Public health and economy are two areas that will remain under focus if Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are elected to office, the White House challenger said today. "While we're waiting for the final results, I want people to know we are not waiting to get to work," Biden said in an address to the nation from the campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware late on Friday night.
"More than 20 million people are on unemployment. Millions are worried about making rent and putting food on the table. Our economic plan will put a focus on a path to a strong recovery," he said. The US central bank chief Jerome Powell on Friday said a full economic recovery is unlikely until people are confident that it's safe to resume their normal activities, news agency PTI reported.
US Elections 2020: Amid Counting, Protests Continue
Supporters and critics of Trump are protesting as votes are counted.
Supporters and critics of Trump are protesting as votes are counted.
US Election 2020: Joe Biden Expands Lead In Pennsylvania
Joe Biden's lead grew inexorably in Pennsylvania, which would hand him the keys to the White House if he secures its 20 votes in the Electoral College that determines presidential races. By late Friday he had an advantage of almost 29,000 votes over Trump, although that was still within the narrow margin that would likely trigger a recount, news agency AFP reported.
"My responsibility as president will be to represent the whole nation," Joe Biden said, drawing a stark contrast with Trump's nearly four years of rule by provocation, news agency AFP reported.
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US Election 2020: Joe Biden Says He Is Already Meeting with Experts While Prepping For White HouseDemocrat Joe Biden said Friday that he was going to win the U.S. presidency as his lead grew over President Donald Trump in battleground states, although television networks held off from declaring him the victor as officials continued to count votes." itemprop="description
US Election Result 2020: As Trump Keeps Up Attack, Joe Biden Says "Need To Be Calm, Patient"
As Trump keeps up attack, alleging that elections are rigged, Joe Biden, in his address to the nation, today said: "Look, we both know tensions are high. It can be high, especially after a tough election, like the one that we just had. But we have to remember that we have to remain calm and patient. Let the process work out, as we count all the votes. know, we will be proving again as we have for 244 years in this country, that democracy works, your vote will be counted."
"I don't care how hard people try to stop it, I will not let it happen. People will be hurt, but our journey is for the more perfect union, and it keeps moving on," he said.
"In America we hold strong views and have strong disagreements, and that is okay," the White House challenged said in his brief address.
"Strong disagreements are inevitable in a democracy. Strong disagreements are healthy as it is a sign of a vigourous debate of deeply-held views. We must remember that the purpose of our politics isn't to total unrelenting, unending warfare... No, the purpose of our politics and the work of the nation isn't to fan the flames of conflict, but to solve problems, to guarantee justice, to give everybody a fair shot, and to improve the lives of our people. We may be opponents, but we are not enemies, we are Americans," he added.
"We may not agree on a lot of issues, but at least we can agree to be civil with one another. Let us put the anger and the demonisation behind us. It is time for us to come together as a nation to heal. It's not going to be easy, but we have to try. My responsibility as President will be to represent the whole nation. And I want you all to know that I will work as hard for those who voted against me, as those who voted for me. That is the job. It is called the duty of care for all Americans," Mr Biden asserted.
Watch | "We have an incredible opportunity to build the future we want for our kids": Joe Biden, Democratic Presidential Candidate#USElection2020pic.twitter.com/oC6KlwozjM
- NDTV (@ndtv) November 7, 2020
While Trump has been criticised massively for his handling of pandemic, Joe Biden today said: "On day one, we're going to put our plan to control this virus into action."
US Election 2020: "First Democrats To Win....": Joe Biden Counts Achievements In Address To Nation
In a tweet, Joe Biden, after his address to the nation, wrote: "We are going to be the first Democrats to win Arizona in 24 years. We are going to be the first Democrats to win Georgia in 28 years. And we re-built the Blue Wall in the middle of the country that crumbled just four years ago."
In a tweet, Joe Biden, after his address to the nation, wrote: "We are going to be the first Democrats to win Arizona in 24 years. We are going to be the first Democrats to win Georgia in 28 years. And we re-built the Blue Wall in the middle of the country that crumbled just four years ago."
We are going to be the first Democrats to win Arizona in 24 years.
- Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) November 7, 2020
We are going to be the first Democrats to win Georgia in 28 years.
And we re-built the Blue Wall in the middle of the country that crumbled just four years ago.
US Election 2020: Joe Biden Addresses Nation, Says "We're Going To Win This Race"
US Election Result 2020: Here's The State-Wise Tally
According to news agency Reuters, here's the state-wise tally:
- In Georgia, Joe Biden led by a mere 3,962 votes
- In Pennsylvania, Biden's lead jumped to 27,130 votes with 96% of the vote tallied, Edison Research said
- His margin in Nevada jumped to 22,657 with 93% of the tally completed
US Election Result 2020: Joe Biden Readies For A Speech
Joe Biden had planned a victory speech for Friday night, anticipating that the race would be called in his favor, according to staffers, news agency Reuters reported. However, with the vote counting dragging on, staffers and allies said he would give a scaled-back speech
"You will likely hear an update on the race in which he'll convey his confidence in the system, his optimism about the ultimate outcome and his determination to lead a responsible path forward rather than some pronouncement that might make all of us feel better and allow us to go to sleep sooner," said Senator Chris Coons of Delaware, a Biden ally.
US Election Result 2020: Joe Biden Expands Lead Over Trump
White House challenger Joe Biden moved closer to victory as he expanded his lead over President Donald Trump in battleground states, but television networks held off from declaring him the victor as officials continued to count votes, news agency Reuters reported.
White House challenger Joe Biden moved closer to victory as he expanded his lead over President Donald Trump in battleground states, but television networks held off from declaring him the victor as officials continued to count votes, news agency Reuters reported.
About 40,000 ballots were delivered nationwide on Thursday, a lawyer said Friday on behalf of the US Postal Service (USPS) as it continues to conduct court-ordered twice-daily sweeps before various state deadlines to receive ballots, news agency Reuters reported.
US Election Result 2020: Is Rupert Murdoch Dumping Donald Trump?Fox News and the New York Post, magnate Rupert Murdoch's main media outlets, have started distancing themselves from Donald Trump as the US election vote counting drama drags on -- a first since the president came to power and a potential turning point.
US Presidential elections 2020 - Joe Biden Campaign Warns Donald Trump: Trespassers Can Be Escorted From White House:Joe Biden's campaign warned Friday that President Donald Trump could be escorted from the White House if he refuses to admit defeat in America's knife-edge election." itemprop="description
US Election Result 2020: Supreme Court Turns Down Republicans' Request To Stop Pennsylvania Count
The Republicans' request to immediately halt the counting of ballots arriving after Election Day in Pennsylvania has been turned down by the Supreme Court. US Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito, referring the challenge to the full court for a ruling on Saturday, ordered Pennsylvania in the meantime to continue keeping the late-arriving ballots separate, affirming a decision already made by the state's top elections official, news agency AFP reported.
US Elections 2020: "We Need An Explanation...," Trump Tweets, Keep Up His Attack
Donald Trump kept up his attack as counting for the US elections entered the fourth day, quoting an American lawyer - Matthew Whitaker - in a tweet. "We need an explanation as to how these numbers have been running up for the last two or three days." Matthew Whitaker"- the tweet read
US Election Result: Coronavirus To Be Key Challenge For Next President
Coronavirus will remain a key challenge for the next president of the United States. The United States has set a third straight daily record for new Covid-19 infections, notching more than 127,000 cases, John Hopkins University reported Friday, news agency AFP reported.As of Friday evening, the US -- the worst hit country in the world in terms of deaths and total cases -- had more than 236,000 coronavirus-related fatalities and 9.7 million known infections.
US Election 2020: Americans Deserve Full Transparency On Vote Count: Donald TrumpUS President Donald Trump has sought transparency into vote counting and election certification and asserted that he will pursue this process through every aspect of the law to guarantee that Americans have confidence in the government." itemprop="description
US Election Result 2020: Why's Pennsylvania So Important
Securing Pennsylvania's 20 electoral votes would put Biden over the 270 he needs to win the presidency after a political career stretching back nearly five decades.
As Biden's lead grew in Pennsylvania, hundreds of Democrats gathered outside Philadelphia's downtown vote-counting site, wearing yellow shirts reading "Count Every Vote", news agency Reuters reported. Two men were charged with gun offenses after being arrested near the center, which has become a focal point for protests
US Election Result 2020: Republican Leader Mitt Romney Slams Trump Over "Rigged" Election Claim
Republican leader Mitt Romney blasted out at Trump over the claim that elections are "rigged". In a post on social media, he wrote: "The President is within his rights to request recounts, to call for investigation of alleged voting irregularities where evidence exists, and to exhaust legal remedies-doing these things is consistent with our election process. He is wrong to say that the election was rigged, corrupt and stolen-doing so damages the cause of freedom here and around the world, weakens the institutions that lie at the foundation of the Republic, and recklessly inflames destructive and dangerous passions."
Republican leader Mitt Romney blasted out at Trump over the claim that elections are "rigged". In a post on social media, he wrote: "The President is within his rights to request recounts, to call for investigation of alleged voting irregularities where evidence exists, and to exhaust legal remedies-doing these things is consistent with our election process. He is wrong to say that the election was rigged, corrupt and stolen-doing so damages the cause of freedom here and around the world, weakens the institutions that lie at the foundation of the Republic, and recklessly inflames destructive and dangerous passions."
- Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) November 6, 2020
- Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) November 6, 2020
US Election 2020: Days After Polls Closed, US Result Still Not Out. What's Taking So LongThree days after polls closed, the United States and the world still do not have final results from the presidential election, although Democrat Joe Biden was on the brink of unseating Donald Trump." itemprop="description
I had such a big lead in all of these states late into election night, only to see the leads miraculously disappear as the days went by. Perhaps these leads will return as our legal proceedings move forward!
- Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 6, 2020
US Election 2020: Joe Biden's Lead Grows In Pennsylvania
In the big prize of Pennsylvania, Joe Biden's lead inexorably grew as final batches of ballots were added up. By late Friday he had an advantage of almost 20,000 votes over Trump, although that was still within the narrow margin that would likely require a recount.
Should Biden, 77, be confirmed to have won Pennsylvania, he will automatically cross the threshold for winning the presidency.
Trump says Biden "should not wrongfully claim" presidency
US President Donald Trump told challenger Joe Biden not to "wrongfully claim" the White House as incomplete returns from the presidential election showed the Democrat close to an insurmountable lead.
"Joe Biden should not wrongfully claim the office of the President. I could make that claim also. Legal proceedings are just now beginning!" Trump tweeted.
Trump himself has repeatedly claimed that he won Tuesday's election, despite vote counts pointing strongly to him being made a one-term president.
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Wednesday November 04, 2020A fortnight ago almost every pollster had written off Donald Trump. Today, on Election Day, everyone is not that sanguine. Even "sleepy Joe" has been forced out of the comfort of his Delaware home into a last week of high-pitched campaigning in key states. If Joe Biden loses, the pollsters will be totally discredited; but Joe will be blamed for hoping that an electron...
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Blog: Joe Biden Could Be Unbeatable After Today's PrimariesIP Bajpai
Wednesday November 04, 2020If the results in the US presidential primaries tomorrow morning confirm what opinion polls are saying, the Democratic race may well be over, with former Vice President Joe Biden heading to being anointed the party's candidate to try and topple President Donald Trump.
US Election Day 2020: Donald Trump, Joe Biden Supporters Cast Vote Across States
Polls in US battleground states began to close Tuesday, inching the contest between President Donald Trump and Joe Biden to its nail-biting conclusion, following a race fought in unprecedented conditions of a global pandemic and the most deeply divided electorate in decades.
Counting this year has been slowed by the unprecedented use of mail-in ballots in response to fears of the coronavirus. More than 100 million Americans had already cast votes before Election Day.
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden in Wilmington, Delaware. Hundreds of Joe Biden supporters rallied at the White House Tuesday evening, fueling a festive atmosphere with blasting music and dancing activists who voiced faith Democrats could win back the presidency.
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Tyrone Carter a former NFL player from Minnesota Vikings leads a group of kids who support presidential candidate Joe Biden take a knee and block the road near a polling place in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Members of the Resistance Revival Chorus perform outside of the City Hall polling site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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