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How many electoral votes did Donald Trump secure in the election?
How many electoral votes did Donald Trump secure in the election?
- 250
- 300
- 270
- 292 (correct)
What significant historical achievement would Trump's potential victory represent?
What significant historical achievement would Trump's potential victory represent?
- Only person to serve three non-consecutive terms
- First president elected without prior political experience
- First president elected at age 70 or older
- First Republican to win both the electoral and popular vote since 2004 (correct)
Who was Trump's running mate in the election?
Who was Trump's running mate in the election?
- Mike Pence
- JD Vance (correct)
- Nikki Haley
- Marco Rubio
At what age would Donald Trump become the oldest elected US president?
At what age would Donald Trump become the oldest elected US president?
What statement did Trump make in his victory speech regarding his commitment?
What statement did Trump make in his victory speech regarding his commitment?
Flashcards
Trump's 2024 Victory
Trump's 2024 Victory
Donald Trump was elected as the 47th president of the United States in 2024, securing over 270 electoral votes.
Electoral and Popular Vote Win
Electoral and Popular Vote Win
Trump's victory in 2024 is notable because he won both the electoral and popular vote, a feat achieved only by George W. Bush in 2004.
Trump's Age Record
Trump's Age Record
At 78 years old, Donald Trump became the oldest person to be elected president in US history.
Second Non-Consecutive Presidential Term
Second Non-Consecutive Presidential Term
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Millennial Vice President
Millennial Vice President
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Study Notes
US Presidential Election Results (2024)
- Donald Trump secured 292 electoral votes, exceeding the 270 needed to win.
- Trump is projected to win the national popular vote with nearly 72 million votes, slightly outpacing his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris (approximately 67 million votes).
- This would make Trump the first Republican candidate to win both the electoral and popular vote since George W. Bush's reelection in 2004.
- Trump is the oldest person to be elected president at 78 years old.
- Trump would be the second president to win the presidency for two non-consecutive terms; Grover Cleveland being the first.
- Trump's running mate, JD Vance, is projected to become the first millennial vice president (born between 1981 and 1996).
- Vance is also projected to be one of the youngest vice presidents in US history, at 40 years old.
Republican Party Successes
- The Republican party is projected to secure a majority in the Senate.
- Republicans currently hold 201 of the 218 seats needed for a House majority (with the race still undecided).
Trump's Victory Speech
- Trump vowed to fight for his supporters and promised a "strong, safe, and prosperous America" for the nation's children.
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Description
Explore the results of the 2024 US Presidential Election, where Donald Trump triumphed with a significant electoral and popular vote. The quiz delves into key facts about Trump's victory, his running mate JD Vance, and the Republican Party's projected successes. Test your knowledge on this landmark election.
