- Retired President Barack Obama has welcomed the victory of President Donald Trump following his race with Vice President Kamala Harris
- However, he expressed his disappointment with the result while recounting their disagreement with the Republican ticket
- Obama urged Trump to prioritize unity and adhere to democratic principles to solve America's long-term challenges
United States – Former President Barack Obama has congratulated President-elect Donald Trump after emerging as the winner in the 2024 election that had strong opposition.
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Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris, who accepted the race and assured him of a smooth transition.
Obama expressed dismay at the results of the election, noting the deep political divide that has shaped the nation, especially since Trump's refusal to concede 2020 and the subsequent attack on the Capitol.
“Now the results are in and we want to congratulate President Trump and Senator JD Vance for their victory. This is not the result we expected. But living in a democracy is realizing that our opinion will not always win. , and being ready to accept the handover of power peacefully,” he said.
Obama wants Trump to prioritize unity
He highlighted the nation's ongoing challenges, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic problems due to rising prices, as important issues that require bilateral cooperation.
In his statement, he stressed the need for elected leaders to prioritize unity and adhere to democratic principles, stressing that these values are important for dealing with the country's current struggles and maintaining its democratic heritage.
“We will not always see eye to eye in everything. But development requires us to have good faith and grace even to people with whom we do not completely agree. That is how we got here and how we will continue to build a country that is more fair, just, equal and free. ” he added.
Obama congratulated Harris and his running mate, Minnesota governor Tim Walz, describing them as “amazing public servants who ran an amazing campaign.”
What did Caleb Amisi say after Trump's victory?
At the same time, Saboti Member of Parliament, Caleb Amisi emphasized that President Trump's victory is of little importance to his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto and the Kenya First administration.
That MP sand He claimed that Republican leaders rarely support the philosophy of using foreign aid to develop Africa.
Amisi suggested that Trump's victory could affect various ongoing US-funded programs in the country Kenyaincluding the Haiti mission.
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