In the U.S. presidential election held on November 5, 2024, former President Donald Trump was elected for a second, non-consecutive term. He defeated Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, securing 312 electoral votes, while Harris received 226 votes. This victory makes Trump the second U.S. president in history to serve multiple, non-consecutive terms, after Grover Cleveland.
Additionally, Trump’s victory means he will become the oldest president in U.S. history. This election is also notable for another reason: it marks the first time a convicted individual has been elected to the presidency.
Following the election, Trump has quickly taken steps to form his next administration. He appointed Stephen Miran, a former Treasury Department adviser, as the chair of the Council of Economic Advisers. This suggests that his administration will adopt a new perspective on economic policy in the coming years.
Moreover, Trump has selected Bo Hines, a former congressional candidate from North Carolina, as the executive director of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets. This is a significant step in shaping policies related to digital assets and technology for his upcoming administration.