In a historic moment, Donald Trump has returned to the White House, winning the US Presidential Election and becoming the 47th President of the United States. This marks a significant milestone in American politics, as Trump becomes the first President in over 120 years to reclaim the office after a defeat in his first term. His victory was secured with 277 electoral votes, surpassing the minimum 270 needed to win.
Trump’s victory speech, delivered at the Palm Beach County Convention Centre in Florida, was a call for unity. Acknowledging the divisions of the past four years, he stated, “It’s time to put the divisions of the past four years behind us,” and urged the nation to “unite.” He emphasized the need to prioritize America’s interests, declaring, “We have to put our country first for at least a period of time.”
One of Trump’s key campaign promises was to end wars around the world. He made a direct connection between his return to power and the current state of global conflict, saying, “We had no wars; for four years, we had no wars. Except we defeated ISIS.” This bold statement comes amid ongoing global conflicts that escalated under the administration of President Joe Biden.
Though Trump did not explicitly detail his plans for ending wars, geopolitical experts suggest that Ukraine and Israel will likely be focal points of his foreign policy agenda. His past actions provide insight into potential directions. Notably, Trump became the first sitting US President to meet a North Korean leader during his previous term (2016-2020). His historic summit with Kim Jong Un in Singapore marked a significant shift in US-North Korea relations.
Trump’s return to power signals a dramatic shift in US politics, with significant implications for both domestic and international affairs. The coming months will likely see intense scrutiny of his policies, particularly his plans for foreign conflicts and his commitment to uniting a nation deeply divided.
