🎆 In a historic turn of events amidst a swirling snowstorm, Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory was officially certified on Monday! The U.S. Capitol, wrapped in towering black fences, witnessed yet another chapter in American politics. 🏛️ At noon, the House and Senate came together in a joint session to confirm the results. Presiding over the session was none other than Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, presenting the electoral votes from each state. Senators and representatives took turns announcing the counts, like contestants revealing the final scores on a reality show. 🎤 The grand total? Trump secured a whopping 312 electoral votes, cruising past the 270 needed to win. Harris, on the other hand, garnered 226 votes. Speaking to reporters, Harris said, \"Today was obviously a very important day, and it was about what should be the norm and what the American people should be able to take for granted—that one of the most important pillars of our democracy is that there will be a peaceful transfer of power. I do believe very strongly that American democracy is only as strong as our willingness to fight for it.\" 💪 Trump couldn't contain his excitement, posting on Truth Social, \"Congress certifies our great election victory today—a big moment in history. MAGA!\" 🇺🇸🔥 The Republicans are back in the driver's seat, capturing a majority in the Senate and holding a narrow edge in the House. With this power shift, Trump's plans for tax cuts and an immigration crackdown are set to take center stage. 🚀 Security was tight around the Capitol, reminiscent of a high-stakes movie premiere. 🕶️ Enhanced measures are expected to stay in place until Trump's swearing-in on January 20. It's wild to think that just four years ago, on this very day, the Capitol was stormed by Trump supporters trying to block the certification of his 2020 loss to President Joe Biden. Time flies, doesn't it? ⏳ Despite past controversies, Trump still claims his 2020 defeat was due to widespread fraud. (With input from agencies)
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