American president election 2016 latest news
Here are the latest news and updates on the 2016 United States presidential election:
Election Results:
- Donald Trump (Republican) won the presidential election, defeating Hillary Clinton (Democratic) in the Electoral College, 304-227.
- Trump won 30 states, while Clinton won 20 states and the District of Columbia.
- Trump received 62,984,828 votes (46.1% of the total), while Clinton received 65,853,516 votes (48.2% of the total).
Post-Election Developments:
- Trump's transition team has been working to prepare him for the presidency, with Vice President-elect Mike Pence leading the effort.
- Trump has been criticized for his transition team's lack of transparency and for his use of social media to make announcements and share information.
- Clinton has conceded the election and has been working to support Trump's transition.
- There have been protests and demonstrations across the country, with some people expressing concerns about Trump's presidency and others celebrating his victory.
Key Issues:
- The election was marked by controversy and division, with many issues driving the campaign, including:
- Immigration: Trump's proposal to build a wall along the US-Mexico border and deport millions of undocumented immigrants was a major issue.
- Healthcare: The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, was a major issue, with Trump promising to repeal and replace it.
- Economy: Trump's economic policies, including his proposal to cut taxes and reduce regulations, were a major issue.
- Foreign Policy: Trump's views on international relations, including his proposal to withdraw from the Paris climate agreement and his criticism of NATO, were a major issue.
Key Moments:
- The first presidential debate, held on September 26, 2016, was marked by controversy and criticism, with many viewers feeling that Trump was aggressive and dismissive of Clinton's answers.
- The second presidential debate, held on October 9, 2016, was marked by a heated exchange between Trump and Clinton over Trump's treatment of women.
- The third and final presidential debate, held on October 19, 2016, focused on foreign policy and national security issues.
- The election was marked by a series of controversies, including the release of a tape in which Trump made lewd and offensive comments about women, and the hacking of the Democratic National Committee's email system.
Key Figures:
- Donald Trump: The 45th President of the United States, a businessman and reality TV star who won the election.
- Hillary Clinton: The Democratic nominee for president, a former First Lady, Senator, and Secretary of State who lost the election.
- Mike Pence: The Vice President-elect, a former Governor of Indiana and Representative who will serve as Trump's running mate.
- Tim Kaine: The Democratic nominee for vice president, a Senator from Virginia who ran alongside Clinton.
Latest News:
- Trump has been criticized for his use of social media to make announcements and share information, with some critics calling it unprofessional and others calling it a way to bypass traditional media outlets.
- The Trump transition team has been working to fill key positions in the administration, including the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense.
- Clinton has been working to support Trump's transition and has been involved in efforts to promote unity and healing in the country.