Harris formally concedes one day after Trump’s sweeping victory

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke publicly for the first time since losing the 2024 White House race to former President Trump, urging supporters to accept the results. Despite conceding the election, Harris emphasized that the fight that fueled her campaign would continue. She spoke at Howard University, her alma mater, expressing disappointment in the outcome but emphasizing the importance of never giving up and continuing to fight for America’s promise. Harris also stressed the importance of accepting election results and honoring the Constitution. Trump’s victory was attributed to a political realignment and his ability to appeal to his base. Despite coming close to becoming the first female president, Harris struggled to gain support from the ideological middle and faced challenges with the Biden/Harris administration’s unpopularity.