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Election Day 2024 live results: VP Harris urges importance of accepting election results
We tracked races for president, Senate, House and more across the country.
With projections made in most states across the country, ABC has projected that former President Donald Trump will win the high-stakes presidential match-up against Vice President Kamala Harris. Early Wednesday morning, Trump secured enough Electoral College votes to set himself up for a second presidency by flipping the key swing states of Georgia, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. Plus, Republicans are set to take back the Senate majority, with at least 51 seats locked down — while control of the House remained up in the air.
Reporters from 538 and ABC News are following along every step of the way with live updates, analysis and commentary on these races and all the others down the ballot. Follow our live coverage in full below.
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Melania says Trump presidency will 'safeguard the heart of our republic'
In a statement following former President Donald Trump's electoral victory, former and future first lady Melania Trump released a statement saying Trump's presidency will "safeguard the heart of our republic," which she called "an important responsibility."
"I anticipate the citizens of our nation rejoining in commitment to each other and rising above ideology for the sake of individual liberty, economic prosperity, and security," she wrote in a post on X.
-ABC News' Lalee Ibssa, Soo Rin Kim and Kelsey Walsh
Biden praises Harris after concession speech
In a statement Wednesday night, President Joe Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris after her concession speech, calling her a "tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage, and character."
"Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that embodied what’s possible when guided by a strong moral compass and a clear vision for a nation that is more free, more just, and full of more opportunities for all Americans," Biden said.
Biden said that choosing Harris to be running mate was "the best decision" he made.
"Her story represents the best of America’s story. And as she made clear today, I have no doubt that she’ll continue writing that story," Biden said.
"She will continue the fight with purpose, determination, and joy. She will continue to be a champion for all Americans. Above all, she will continue to be a leader our children will look up to for generations to come as she puts her stamp on America’s future," Biden added.
-ABC News' Michelle Stoddart
Walz to travel back to Minnesota
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will travel back to his home state tonight, according to a campaign official.
The Democratic vice presidential nominee appeared emotional during Vice President Kamala Harris' concession speech Wednesday at Howard University.
"Governor Walz and the Walz family, I know your service to our nation will continue," Harris said in her remarks.
Walz's daughter, Hope, who has accompanied him on most of his campaign travel these past 107 days, was also emotional during the speech, wearing sunglasses.
-ABC News' Isabella Murray
Ukraine's Zelenskyy congratulates Trump on 'landslide' election victory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he spoke with former President Donald Trump on Wednesday and "congratulated him on his historic landslide victory."
"His tremendous campaign made this result possible. I praised his family and team for their great work," Zelenskyy said.
"We agreed to maintain close dialogue and advance our cooperation," Zelenskyy continued. "Strong and unwavering U.S. leadership is vital for the world and for a just peace."