Vice President Kamala Harris reached out to President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday, formally conceding the presidential election and offering her congratulations on his victory.
This was disclosed by a senior adviser to the vice president.
The adviser, who spoke on condition of anonymity, shared that Harris used the conversation to emphasize the importance of a peaceful transfer of power.
The vice president’s phone call marks the end of a hard-fought election season in which Harris, once regarded as a promising figure for the Democratic Party, faced a significant setback at the polls.
Saharan Daily reports that initial struggles in President Joe Biden’s reelection bid, Harris stepped up as the Democratic candidate, generating high expectations for her to galvanize the party and reconnect with a broad base of American voters.
However, this election has prompted deep reflection within the Democratic Party, as Harris’s loss signifies a substantial rejection by the electorate.
Her concession reflects her acknowledgment of the will of American voters and her commitment to the tradition of a respectful transition of power.