President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election has broken a long-running trend, becoming the first Republican since 2004 to win the popular vote. With nearly 5 million more votes than Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump’s success challenges the Democrats’ frequent criticism that the GOP relies solely on the Electoral College to gain power.
As of Wednesday morning, Trump had amassed over 71 million votes nationwide, compared to Harris’ 66 million. This decisive lead sends a strong message that Trump’s agenda has majority support among Americans. Democrats have argued for years that the Electoral College unfairly favors Republicans, who they claim lack a popular mandate. Trump’s victory in both the Electoral College and popular vote significantly undermines this narrative.
Winning congress, the senate, the electoral college vote and the popular vote, president #Trump cuts off all avenues for Democrats and liberals, to contest the outcomes of the election. #USAElection2024 pic.twitter.com/5EkYEcB1bk
— siyanda (@siyandda) November 6, 2024
Following Trump’s 2016 win, Democrats intensified their calls to abolish the Electoral College, especially after Hillary Clinton won the popular vote but lost the presidency. High-profile Democrats, including former President Barack Obama, have criticized the system, with Obama calling it an outdated “vestige” from the founders. Clinton also pushed for its elimination, arguing it should no longer determine the presidency.
First Republican winner of the "Popular" Vote since Bush Jnr 20 years ago. Turnout was the lowest percentage since 2000.#Trump #Election #economy #recession #GDP #jobs #Fed #CPI #PPI #inflation #deflation #stagflation #wages #unemployment #employment #payrolls #earnings… pic.twitter.com/Hvpg5CVF34
— Macro84 (@macro84) November 6, 2024
In 2024, however, Trump’s popular vote success could shift the conversation. His victories in key states like North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin demonstrate broad appeal and lessen arguments for Electoral College reform. Many Republicans see this as evidence that Trump’s platform aligns with the public’s priorities.
Trump’s popular vote win marks a turning point, as Democrats may find it harder to push for change. Republicans will likely leverage this outcome as proof of strong public support, complicating efforts to eliminate the Electoral College.
Yeah but…. He won the popular vote so any way ya shake it Trump is a winner and Kamala is a loooooo oooo oooooser!!!!
— Katatastrophe (@Christi30241991) November 6, 2024
