US election 2024

Trump Triumphs Again: A Rollercoaster Election in 2024!

Hold onto your hats, New Zealand! Trump’s back in the White House and Harris is calling for calm amidst the chaos. Here's the scoop on this wild election ride!

The 2024 US Presidential Election had its fair share of ups, downs, and unexpected turns, much like a Kiwi bungee jump! In a remarkable political comeback, Donald Trump has once again claimed the presidency, leaving Kamala Harris to concede defeat with a message urging her supporters not to despair. The election day drama reached its peak as world leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and UK’s Keir Starmer, were quick to congratulate Trump, signaling a mix of excitement and anxiety across the globe as America gears up for yet another Trump administration.

Harris's concession speech was a pivotal moment, where she reiterated the importance of accepting the results, no matter how tumultuous the campaign had been. With Trump’s victory, concerns around potential tariff hikes on New Zealand exports loom, as local leaders like Christopher Luxon ponder the implications of a presidency promising significant changes. Will American politics, now driven by familiar figures, lead to welcoming changes for Kiwis trying to trade with their larger-than-life neighbor?

As the dust settles, Trump finds himself on track to mirror his previous vote total from the 2020 election, but Harris fell well short of the astonishing 81 million votes she garnered last time around. The political landscape is ever-changing, and as we step into this new era, it remains to be seen how Trump’s policies will affect global diplomacy and trade, especially in countries like New Zealand.

Interestingly, this marks Trump as the 47th president of the United States, a feat that none could have predicted following his tumultuous 2020 campaign. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris, the first woman vice president, has proven that the spirit of resilience in politics is not easily extinguished. Just as Kiwis enjoy a good muppet show, this next presidency could be one for the ages, filled with drama and global ramifications that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats!