Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump gestures as he holds hands with his wife Melania in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., on November 6, 2024
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Donald Trump won a second term as President of the United States, defeating his opponent Vice-President Kamala Harris when the votes were counted on November 6, 2024.
Data suggest that voters wanted a break with current circumstances, driven primarily by their concerns around inflation and the economy, as well as illegal migration — the focus of Mr. Trump’s campaign.
Mr. Trump’s victory is set to have global impacts, from the Middle East and Russia-Ukraine conflicts to global trade, economic policies, climate change initiatives, and diplomatic relations with Asian countries, particularly India.
Read analytical pieces from The Hindu following Mr. Trump’s historic win.
Published – November 07, 2024 01:02 pm IST