Politics

"We must accept the results of this election." Vice President Kamala Harris concedes the election to Donald Trump. Getty Images

Harris concedes presidential election to Trump

Voters in multiple states approved ballot measures that will allow only American citizens to vote in elections. Getty Images

8 states overwhelmingly approve noncitizen voting ballot measures 

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is talking more about the key role he could play in public health issues – including vaccines. Getty Images

RFK Jr. talks potential role in Trump admin, says he won’t take away vaccines

Michigan election officials responded to a video which claims to show evidence of ballot tampering at a Detroit polling location. Getty Images

MI officials dismiss voter fraud claims in viral Project Veritas video

President-elect Donald Trump made significant inroads with Latino and Black voters in the 2024 election, which played a key role in his win. Getty Images

Trump sees historic gains among Hispanic, Black voters

Harris is not the first VP to oversee Congress’ certification of a lost election, Al Gore did it in 2001 and Richard Nixon did it in 1961. Getty Images

VP Harris will certify her own election defeat on Jan. 6

A Swedish court sentenced Danish activist Rasmus Paludan to prison for incitement against an ethnic group and insulting Muslims. Getty Images

Swedish court sentences activist to prison for insult of Muslims

The Trump trade is back on and bigger than ever. The stock market broke multiple records on Trump's win while Trump Media and Tesla soared. Getty Images

Stock market soars to records on Trump election victory

Arizona voters approved a controversial measure allowing state-level immigration enforcement that’s typically left to the federal government. Getty Images

Arizona voters approve controversial state-level immigration enforcement

The winner of the presidential election may be known, but whether or not people will continue to see political ads depends on the platform. AP Images

President Trump has been elected, so when do the political ads end?

Sen. Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said the filibuster is secure now that Republicans have won a majority in the chamber. Getty Images

McConnell says filibuster is secure with Republican Senate majority

The race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump was considered a toss-up but as the votes were counted, some pollsters changed their predictions. Getty Images

‘World turned upside down’: Pollsters react to Trump win

A caravan of about 3,000 migrants, including people from Venezuela, Ecuador, Haiti, and Central America, is heading to the U.S.-Mexico border. Reuters

Caravan of 3,000 migrants heads to US southern border

Donald Trump, having won a second term, presents an unprecedented legal situation as he deals with ongoing criminal and civil cases. Getty Images

What happens to Trump’s criminal and civil cases now?

With Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, there are concerns about U.S support for Ukraine against Russia. Getty Images

What Trump’s victory could mean for Ukraine’s fight against Russia

Massachusetts voters rejected a ballot measure to legalize natural psychedelic substances for those 21 and older. Getty Images

Massachusetts voters reject measure to legalize psychedelics

Voters in three red states have passed measures requiring paid sick leave for employees. Getty Images

Paid sick leave passes in 3 red states during election

North Carolina turned blue after the state’s Democratic attorney general, Josh Stein, beat out controversial Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson. Getty Images

Stein wins in NC governor’s race, Republicans see victory in other states

Donald Trump is projected to win back the presidency over Vice President Kamala Harris after securing enough electoral votes. Getty Images

Trump speaks of ‘incredible’ win after projected to be next US president

President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz, Pete Hegseth, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Elon Musk, have faced sexual misconduct allegations. Despite denials, their nominations reflect an administration seemingly hostile to the "Me Too" movement. The Senate will review their confirmations, with some Republicans expressing uncertainty about their prospects. Trump's own history of sexual misconduct allegations has also raised concerns. Getty Images

Donald Trump projected to win 2024 presidential election: DDHQ

Republicans secured a majority in the Senate following key victories in West Virginia and Ohio. Senators will decide a new majority leader. Getty Images

Republicans claim Senate majority, end Democrats’ four-year hold

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, R, has won a third term in the Senate after fending off a challenge from Democratic Congressman Colin Allred. Getty Images

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz wins third term, defeats Dallas-area congressman

Colleges across the U.S. are offering “coping spaces” to help students manage potential stress following the 2024 presidential election. Getty Images

Universities create ‘coping spaces’ for students with election stress

The FBI warned voters about fake videos circulating on Election Day, as part of a disinformation campaign targeting voters' trust. FBI via X

FBI warns of fake videos depicting agency, false voting information