After Vice President Kamala Harris conceded her presidential bid to Republican candidate Donald Trump, outgoing President Joe Biden issued a statement commending her historic campaign. Just hours after Trump was formally declared the 47th President of the United States, Biden applauded Harris, highlighting her role as a steadfast advocate for the American people.

Biden noted that Harris’s campaign was marked by resilience and moral clarity, pointing to her vision for a more just and opportunity-filled America. "Selecting Kamala as my running mate in 2020 was my first and best decision as the Democratic nominee," he remarked, emphasizing how her journey reflects the nation's core values. He expressed confidence that Harris would continue to serve as an inspiring leader and role model for future generations.

In a separate call earlier, Biden congratulated Trump on his victory and invited him to the White House for a meeting the following day. The President assured the nation of a seamless transition and stressed the importance of national unity.

Harris, in her post-election speech, acknowledged the intense nature of the contest and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to a peaceful transition of power—a subtle reference to Trump’s prior reluctance to concede after his loss in the 2020 election.

Trump secured 295 electoral college votes to Harris's 226, surpassing the 270 needed to win. He carried key battleground states, including Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Georgia, and North Carolina, and held a significant lead in Nevada and Arizona, where vote counts were still in progress.