Kathmandu – The U.S. presidential election this year is turning into a landmark occasion. Former President Donald Trump is on the verge of winning, according to early counting trends. The news agency AP reports that Trump has 230 of the 538 electoral college votes, while Vice President Harris has 209. In North Carolina, a swing state, Trump has declared victory. Harris believed that capturing this state, along with Michigan and Pennsylvania, was crucial. According to CBS News, she is now behind Trump in the other two states as well, but Democrats are still holding out hope.

North Carolina, narrowing Harris’ path

In a divided America, this election demonstrates the tenacity and difficulties that both parties have experienced

Trump’s Lead in Swing States: While the “blue wall” states of Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin are still too close to call, North Carolina’s early ruling in Trump’s favour has given his campaign new life. Trump might become the first president to be re-elected following a previous loss in more than a century if he keeps up this momentum.

Democratic Senate Milestones and Historic Progress: Democrats have achieved historic progress in spite of Republican losses in West Virginia, where Jim Justice replaced Joe Manchin, and Ohio when Bernie Moreno defeated Sherrod Brown. For the first time, two Black women will hold concurrent seats in the U.S. Senate after Lisa Blunt Rochester and Angela Alsobrooks won their Senate contests. According to The Washington Post, Sarah McBride’s election as the first transgender member of the House is also a historic occasion.

Florida’s Abortion and Marijuana Legalisation Defeat: Republicans prevailed on important issues in addition to candidate contests. Legislation requiring 60% support to legalise marijuana and abortion was not approved by Florida voters. Despite the country’s progress on these issues, this result reflects the state’s conventional leanings.

Election security concerns: Voting was hampered by bomb threats in Georgia, Arizona, and Michigan, which are Democratic states. In certain places, the threats postponed voting even though they were considered untrue. Russian actors may have been involved in these attacks, according to officials.

House power Still Up for Grabs: With both parties in good positions in important House contests, the House’s power is still up for grabs. Depending on whatever party eventually gains control, this uncertainty suggests that there may be parliamentary deadlock or changes in legislative goals.

The nation’s extreme polarisation is brought to light by this crucial election, which also represents a historic first step towards diverse representation in Congress. Tonight’s results reflect America’s changing political landscape, but they may also solidify or shift as important states complete their tallies.