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5 takeaways as Trump projected to win White House for a second time

2024 election: Former President Donald Trump made an extraordinary comeback early Wednesday morning, as NewsNation/Decision Desk HQ projects he has won the 2024 presidential election. The victory follows an election cycle filled with twists and turns, two assassination attempts targeting Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris replacing President Joe Biden at the top of the Democratic ticket. “We overcame obstacles that nobody thought possible,” Trump told supporters in Florida, calling his win “a magnificent victory for the American people.” The latest >

Election results: Despite polling ahead of Election Day, which placed Harris and Trump at a dead heat, Trump showed an early lead Tuesday evening as polls started closing in the East Coast. With early wins in swing states Georgia and North Carolina, Pennsylvania eventually gave him the final electoral votes to seize the 270 needed to secure the presidency. State-by-state results >

Historic victory: In the unprecedented battle for the Oval Office, Trump made history, becoming the first president to win nonconsecutive terms in more than a century. His victory makes him the first incoming president to have been indicted and convicted of a felony following his hush money trial in New York. Trump will also edge out Biden to become the oldest president to be elected to the White House at 78 years old. JD Vance, Trump’s vice presidential pick, will become the highest-ranking member of the millennial generation in the U.S. government. Read more >

Trump’s second administration? With Trump securing a White House win, he will now need to mull over who will join him for his second administration. While he hasn’t confirmed anyone, several names have been swirling as possible contenders. Here’s who could join his administration >

Trump stocks jump: Financial markets appeared to be responding to former President Donald Trump‘s projected win early Wednesday morning as shares of Trump Media and Technology soared. The stock spiked 44% early Wednesday on Robinhood, reported Investors Business Daily. Details >

What happens after Election Day? From Election Day until Inauguration Day, there are key events that will shape the path for the 47th president to take office. Take a closer look >

Kamala Harris to address the nation Wednesday

Harris: Vice President Kamala Harris left her election night event at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard University without speaking publicly. A top Harris aide told attendees at the campaign’s gathering that the vice president plans to address the nation Wednesday. “Thank you for believing in the promise of America … We still have votes to count. We still have states that have not been called yet. We will continue overnight…” Harris campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond said. The latest >

Live results: Balance of power in Congress

In the Senate: Republicans have flipped control of the U.S. Senate, NewsNation/Decision Desk HQ projects. Democrats have controlled the Senate since 2021 when President Joe Biden took office. What happens now >

In the House: With former President Donald Trump projected as winning the White House and the Republican Party winning Senate control, Democrats’ last hope for a foothold in Washington rests in the House of Representatives. Final House race results could take days or even weeks to determine. Here’s why >

Bomb threats in some swing states hinder Election Day

Bomb threats: Multiple bomb threats across some battleground states disrupted Election Day. The bomb threats in parts of Georgia, Arizona and Pennsylvania ended up being hoaxes, but they forced some polling locations to either evacuate, extend hours or delay counting some ballots. Read more >

Abortion rights advocates clear way to overturn Missouri ban

Abortion on the ballot: Voters in Missouri cleared the way to reverse one of the country’s most restrictive abortion bans. More than half of voters approved Missouri Amendment 3, which establishes a constitutional right to reproductive health care in the state’s constitution and removes the state’s near-total abortion ban. A record 10 states had abortion rights measures on their ballots this year in response to restrictions and bans on reproductive rights across the U.S. A majority of Floridians voted for abortion protections, but the vote fell short of the 60% threshold needed to pass. Track your state’s election results >

Florida rejects pot: More than 60% of Florida voters rejected a ballot measure that would have legalized the possession and recreational use of marijuana for residents over the age of 21. Details >

Tips: Massachusetts voters turned down a proposed hourly wage increase for tipped workers, like servers in restaurants. Wage rate vote results across U.S. >

Married poll workers drown in flood on way to election site

Flooding deaths: A married pair of poll workers drowned during flash flooding while headed to an election site in Missouri early Tuesday, authorities said. They were among at least five people killed in flash flooding in the state. Wright County Clerk Loni Pedersen called the deaths of the poll workers “a tragic loss” for the community, adding: “They were dedicated citizens who valued fair and honest elections.” Read more >

Rafael barrels toward Cuba, could bring strong winds to Florida Keys

Weather: Forecasters are keeping an eye on South Florida, particularly the Florida Keys, as Rafael tracks toward the region. As the 17th named storm of the season, Rafael has swirled past the Cayman Islands and is expected to make landfall Wednesday in Cuba as a Category 2 hurricane. During the middle to late part of the week, heavy rainfall is forecast to spread north into Florida. The Hurricane Center predicts storm surges in Florida could reach one to three feet in Dry Tortugas and one to two feet in the Lower Florida Keys. The latest >

US Army soldier injured while working on the Gaza pier project has died

Soldier death: A U.S. Army soldier who was critically injured in May while working on the U.S.-built pier to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza has died. Sgt. Quandarius Stanley, 23, was a motor transport operator, who was hurt when high winds and heavy seas damaged the pier. U.S. military officials have not shared specific details on how exactly Stanley was injured. Read more >

Average homebuyer age increases to 56, report finds

Honey, I’m home: The average age of homebuyers in America increased by seven years, according to a new report. The National Association of Realtors’ annual report revealed the average homebuyer is 56 years old, up from 49 in 2023. The age of first-time buyers rose to 38 — a 3-year increase from the previous year. Full breakdown >

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Should you refinance your mortgage? Here’s what to consider >

Cheeses sold at Aldi, other stores recalled over listeria risk

Recall alert: Some soft-ripened cheeses sold at Aldi and Market Basket have been voluntarily recalled due to a potential listeria risk. According to Savencia Cheese USA, processing equipment at one of its facilities may have been contaminated with the Listeria monocytogenes, which can cause a listeria infection. What to know >

Listeria recalls: The U.S. has already experienced multiple recalls this year connected to listeria. Those alerts include widespread outbreaks linked to Boar’s Head products and McDonald’s Quarter Pounders. Details >

Baby powder recalled due to potential asbestos >

Costco product recalled due to listeria that could be ‘fatal’ in children, FDA says >

Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play settlement: Claim your cash >

 WHAT WE’RE WATCHING 👀

We’re keeping an eye on these topics today. Make sure you tune in to our latest coverage and share your thoughts with us on social media!

• Global financial markets open and DOW futures surge following Tuesday’s presidential election.

• The Federal Open Market Committee two-day meeting begins, with an interest rates decision expected Thursday.

• Prince William attends the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony.

• Mariah Carey kicks off her North American “Christmas Time” tour.
  

NEWS ACROSS AMERICA

Security footage shows the moment a Washington ballot box was set on fire and left to explode, leaving nearly 500 ballots to burn inside. Video >

The National Weather Service said four likely tornadoes and potentially more touched down in parts of Oklahoma and Arkansas with no deaths or injuries reported. The latest >

A cemetery in Utah is offering a reward to anyone who can help identify those responsible for vandalizing a “one-of-a-kind” statue of Jesus that was installed a week ago. Take a look >

Firefighters in California rescued a miniature horse named “Butter” that crashed and fell into a plywood-covered well. Photos > 

After 12 years of paying for flood insurance, a Florida couple affected by Hurricane Helene hit a snag when an insurance adjuster said the 3 1/2 inch “step down” means their living room is classified as a basement and isn’t not covered. Full report >

Federal agents arrested a Tennessee man who is accused of attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction to destroy an energy facility. The investigation >

A Missouri woman was shocked to see around 11 dogs dumped onto her porch. Why she’s calling on officials to help >

A Chicago police officer was shot and killed in the line of duty Monday night on the city’s South Side. What to know >

Authorities say two migrants-turned-smugglers are facing felony charges for allegedly trying to smuggle 10 migrants into New Mexico. Border report >

Footage captured at a football game between the University of Florida and the University of Georgia appears to show deputies repeatedly punching fans. Video >

New York launched a program that offers free, wallet-sized cards summarizing a person’s order of protection in an effort to boost safety for domestic violence survivors. Details >

Leonard “Fat Leonard” Francis, the former military defense contractor behind one of the military’s biggest scandals that was lured to California, has been sentenced to 15 years. What to know about the case >

Garden therapy grows community for Michigan veterans

A community of once-homeless veterans is blossoming thanks to the two rows of raised garden beds in the back of a house along the Kalamazoo River. Read more >

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