SUMMARY: Donald Trump has secured 267 Electoral College votes, while Kamala Harris has 224. He has won crucial swing states Georgia and Pennsylvania, prompting him to declare victory at a rally in Palm Beach. During his speech, Trump described his win as a significant victory for democracy and touted it as the greatest political movement of all time. Although NBC News has not officially called the race, it seems likely that Trump will return to the White House as the 47th president. Kamala Harris’s campaign has indicated she will address her supporters later today.

Several battleground states have not yet been called by AP. Trump’s win in Pennsylvania has effectively blocked any of Kamala Harris’ paths to victory.

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SUMMARY: In a post-election interview, Republican Senator Josh Hawley, who recently won re-election in Missouri, outlined his top legislative priorities for his new six-year term. These include closing the border, reopening American energy production, and passing the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. Hawley emphasized the need for bipartisan cooperation to benefit Missouri, citing his past partnership with Bernie Sanders to secure direct relief payments during COVID. He expressed gratitude to voters, stating he represents all Missourians and is committed to working for their interests, regardless of political affiliation.

Missouri U.S. Senator Josh Hawley speaks with FOX 2’s Max Diekneite after an AP-projected win for reelection over challenger Lucas Kunce.

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SUMMARY: Jeff Bernthal is reporting live from Jefferson City on high voter turnout for an ongoing election, anticipating slightly better numbers than the 2020 election despite less favorable weather conditions. The Secretary of State noted significant interest in early and absentee voting. Following the election, local election authorities will review and conduct hand count audits of the ballots over the next two weeks. This process will include the Secretary of State’s office reviewing everything before the election results are officially certified by required signatures from the Secretary of State and two judges.

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft tells FOX 2 he expects voter turnout to be slightly higher for this presidential election compared to 2020, when it was 70%.

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