Election night has brought a clear outcome for Donald Trump, but Kamala Harris does not seem inclined to immediately recognize her opponent’s victory. With an electoral landscape in constant evolution, the vice president of the United States has chosen to remain silent, promising her supporters updates the following day.
Cedric Richmond, co-chair of Harris' campaign, said there would be no statement from the vice president this evening. “There are still votes to be counted and states that have not been assigned,” Richmond said, anticipating that Harris will not address the country until the following day. Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., Harris supporters are closely watching the vote count at Howard University. The prestigious institution, known for its African-American heritage and as the vice president’s alma mater, was chosen as the campaign headquarters ahead of a historic victory.
The New York Times projections paint a worrying picture for Harris' campaign: over 90% of the probability of success is attributed to Trump, with a final estimate of 301 electors against 237 for the vice president. At this point, the chances of recovery for the Democrats seem minimal. The atmosphere at Howard University is tense and silent; many supporters are staring at the screens waiting for encouraging news. However, the “blue wall” of the Democrats seems to be shattered, similar to what happened in 2016 with Hillary Clinton. This year too, hopes of seeing a woman as president of the United States could fade.
Frustration is palpable among voters: the expectation of historic change clashes with the reality of the election results. With the election drawing to a close and official statements lagging, it remains to be seen what the political future holds for Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party. The battle for the White House may have marked a turning point, but uncertainty reigns supreme as the country prepares to face new political challenges.
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