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What significant milestone did Donald Trump achieve with his reelection?
What significant milestone did Donald Trump achieve with his reelection?
- He was elected at the youngest age in US history.
- He became the first Republican to win both the electoral and popular vote since 2004. (correct)
- He won the presidency without winning any electoral votes.
- He became the first president to serve three terms.
How many electoral votes did Trump secure to win the presidency?
How many electoral votes did Trump secure to win the presidency?
- 310 electoral votes
- 300 electoral votes
- 270 electoral votes
- 292 electoral votes (correct)
Which historical president was also elected for two non-consecutive terms?
Which historical president was also elected for two non-consecutive terms?
- Grover Cleveland (correct)
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Chester A. Arthur
- William Howard Taft
What age distinction does Trump hold with his reelection?
What age distinction does Trump hold with his reelection?
What position will JD Vance hold in the new administration?
What position will JD Vance hold in the new administration?
As of November 6, 2024, how many votes had Trump received?
As of November 6, 2024, how many votes had Trump received?
What was the status of the House of Representatives as of November 6, 2024?
What was the status of the House of Representatives as of November 6, 2024?
What did Trump promise in his victory speech?
What did Trump promise in his victory speech?
Flashcards
Trump's Re-Election
Trump's Re-Election
Donald Trump was re-elected as the 47th president of the United States in the 2024 election.
Electoral Vote Requirement
Electoral Vote Requirement
The number of electoral votes needed to win the US presidency is 270.
Electoral & Popular Vote
Electoral & Popular Vote
Trump won both the electoral and popular vote in the 2024 election.
Oldest US President
Oldest US President
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Non-Consecutive Terms
Non-Consecutive Terms
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Millennial Vice President
Millennial Vice President
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Republican Senate Majority
Republican Senate Majority
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Republican House Majority
Republican House Majority
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Study Notes
Trump's 2024 Presidential Victory
- Donald Trump was reelected president on November 5, 2024, securing 292 electoral votes.
- Trump is projected to win the national popular vote by nearly 5 million (72 million votes to about 67 million for his opponent).
- This would make him the first Republican candidate since President George W. Bush in 2004 to win both the electoral vote and popular vote.
Trump's Historical Significance
- Trump is the oldest person ever elected U.S. president at the age of 78.
- He is the second person to win the presidency for two non-consecutive terms, following Grover Cleveland.
- Cleveland served as president from 1885 to 1889 and from 1893 to 1897.
JD Vance's Historical Significance
- Trump's running mate, JD Vance, is poised to become the first millennial vice president.
- Vance, at 40 years old, is also projected to be one of the youngest vice presidents in U.S. history.
Republican Party Success in Congress
- The Republican Party has secured a majority of seats in the Senate.
- Republicans currently hold 201 of the 218 House seats needed for a majority, though the race is still ongoing.
Trump's Victory Speech
- Trump promised to fight for American citizens and work toward delivering a prosperous nation.
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Description
This quiz explores Donald Trump's reelection in 2024, his historical significance as the oldest elected president, and the implications of JD Vance potentially becoming the first millennial vice president. It also touches upon the success of the Republican Party in Congress during this period.
