President-elect Donald Trump's electoral victory was formally confirmed in a peaceful joint session of Congress on Monday. Unlike previous ceremonies marred by controversy and violence, the event proceeded smoothly with lawmakers from both parties fulfilling their constitutional duties. Trump secured a decisive win in the Electoral College, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris 312 to 226. The Senate transferred the electoral ballot boxes to the House, marking the first joint session of the 119th Congress. The atmosphere was notably jovial, with lawmakers from both parties engaging in cordial interactions.
President-elect Donald Trump ’s electoral win on Monday in a drama-free joint session that cemented the former president’s political comeback.
Among those present was Sen. J.D. Vance , who sat in the front row of the House chamber as his own vice presidential victory was certified. Shortly after the Capitol riot, Trump was impeached by the Democratic-led House, and top Republicans in the Senate, such as then-Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Lindsey Graham , admonished him for the attack. However, Trump was acquitted by the upper chamber. objection — marking the first time in nearly a quarter of a century that Democrats haven’t opposed the final results in some fashion.
The law also narrowed justified reasons for lawmakers to reject election results, stating that the certification cannot be delayed over partisan disagreements.
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