Donald J. Trump made the improbable return to the White House, besting Vice President Kamala Harris on his way to becoming the first president since 1892 to regain office after a loss. His victory came after a grueling, divisive campaign that galvanized his base with promises of economic revival and firm policies on immigration.
Trump triumphed in crucial states including Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Wisconsin by re-introducing his “Make America Great Again” movement. His campaign, fueled through criticism against Washington “elites” and incendiary rhetoric, resonated with the electorate clamoring for an outsider approach to deal with the nation’s problems.
There was one scene where he survived an attempt at a shooting at a rally, then rallied back with cries of “Fight, Fight, Fight!”, an immediate demonstration of his resilience for campaign material.
The huge victory of Republicans in the Senate means Trump will be forced to handle a split Congress, but for many of his supporters, his return provides the chance for radical change. For better or worse, Trump’s second term promises again to shake up Washington.
