Breaking news Kamala Harris tells supporters ‘we must accept the verdict’ of the US election after losing to Donald Trump

Kamala Harris tells supporters ‘we must accept the verdict’ of the US election after losing to Donald Trump

After losing to Donald Trump in the US presidential election, Kamala Harris has stated she is “proud” of her campaign, but has warned supporters that “we must accept the result”. In a concession statement in Washington, the vice president stated that she “will engage in a peaceful transfer of power” and assist Mr Trump and his team during the transition. “While I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fuelled this campaign,” she further stated. “I am so proud of the race we ran and the way we ran it.

Ms Harris, who smiled and waved as she took the platform, admitted that her supporters were experiencing a “range of emotions”. She assured fans, “It’s going to be okay,” adding, “Sometimes the fight takes a while. That does not imply we won’t win.” “Don’t ever give up,” she continued. “Do not despair.”

Ms Harris delivered her remarks at Howard University – which she used to attend – in the same spot where she hoped to give a victory speech.

 

She thanked President Joe Biden for his support, as well as her running mate Tim Walz, who was in the audience with former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. In a statement, Mr. Biden called his vice president a “tremendous partner and public servant full of integrity, courage, and character.” He stated, “Under extraordinary circumstances, she stepped up and led a historic campaign that exemplified what is possible when guided by a strong moral compass and a clear vision for a nation that is more free, just, and full of opportunities for all Americans.” “Her narrative is the epitome of America’s story. And, as she stated today, I am confident that she will continue to write that story.