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US Election Results 2016: As it happened
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Tuesday stunned the world by defeating his heavily favoured Democrat rival Hillary Clinton in the closely contested race for the White House, ending eight years of Democratic rule.
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Final results - Trump wins 289 electoral college votes against Clinton's 218.
US needs a sense of unity and respect for institutions. Hope Donald Trump maintains that spirit throughout the transition, says Obama.
Everyone in my team should be proud of the work we have done - Obama.
Donald Trump and I have serious differences but will ensure smooth transition of powers. I’m looking forward to doing everything I can to make sure the next president is successful, says US President.
Everybody gets sad when their candidate loses, but we must remember that we all are on the same team, says Obama.
Donald Trump expressed that he wants 'what's best for this country, I was heartened by that - Obama.
We're not Democrats first, we're not Republicans first, we're Americans first. We are now all rooting for his success in uniting and leading the country - Obama.
I am proud of Hillary Clinton, confident that she will continue to do good work for people of America, says Obama.
US President Barack Obama delivers a statement on election results.
PM Modi talks to Trump to congratulate him on his election.
We are stronger together and will go forward together. And you should never, ever regret fighting for that. Let us have faith in each other. Let us not grow weary. Let us not lose heart. For there are more seasons to come and more work to do, says Hillary.
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I am grateful to our country for all it has given me. I count my blessings every day that I am an American - Hillary.
To all the little girls watching, never doubt that you are valuable and powerful and deserving of every chance and opportunity in the world, says Hillary.
Hillary says, "We have still have not shattered that highest and hardest glass ceiling. But someday, someone will."
To all the women, who put their faith in this campaign and in me, nothing has made me prouder than to be your champion, says Hillary.
This loss hurts. But please never stop believing that fighting for what’s right is worth it - Hillary.
To Bill, Chelsea, Marc, Charlotte, Aidan, our brothers, and our entire family, my love for you means more than I can ever express, says Hillary.
To Barack and Michelle Obama, our country owes you an enormous debt of gratitude. We thank you for your graceful, determined leadership, says Hillary.
I want to thank Tim Kaine and Anne Holton for being our partners on this journey - Hillary.
Hillary says, "Our responsibility as citizens is to keep doing our part to build that better, stronger, fairer America we seek. And I know you will.”
Our constitutional democracy demands our participation, not just every four years, but all the time, says Hillary.
Donald Trump is going to be our president. We owe him an open mind and the chance to lead - Hillary.
Hillary says "We have seen that our nation is more deeply divided than we thought. But I still believe in America and I always will."
I want you to remember this, our campaign was never about one person or even one election. It was about the country we love - Hillary.
You represent the best of America, and being your candidate has been one of the greatest honors of my life, says Hillary.
This is not the outcome we wanted. I’m sorry we did not win this election for the values we share and the vision we hold for our country - Hillary.
I hope that he will be a successful president for all Americans, says Hillary on Donald Trump.
Last night I congratulated Donald Trump and offered to work with him on behalf of our country, says Hillary.
Hillary Clinton begins her concession speech to supporters in New York.
Trump updates his Twitter bio to 'President-elect of the United States'.
House Speaker Paul Ryan on Donald Trump's win - "He just earned a mandate."
House Speaker Paul Ryan says Donald Trump "turned politics on its head," promises "hand-in-hand" work on GOP agenda, as per AP.
Clinton wins Minnesota.
US stocks are set to welcome President-elect Trump with sharp declines but not the crash that many feared, reports CNN.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi and party VP Rahul congratulate Trump.
UN counts on Trump to combat climate change, advance rights, says Ban Ki-moon.
Conciliatory comments from Trump in the aftermath of his victory over Clinton helped global stock markets and the dollar trim their hefty losses today.
Though uncertainty remains over Trump's trade, immigration and geopolitical policies, investors appeared somewhat soothed by his victory speech, in which he praised Clinton and urged Americans to "come together as one united people" after a deeply divisive campaign.
In Europe, Germany's DAX was down 0.9 per cent at 10,384 while the FTSE 100 index of leading British shares was 0.2 per cent lower at 6,832.
US stocks are expected to open lower, too, though by far less than earlier predicted. Dow futures are 1.3 per cent lower at 18,057 while the broader S&P 500 futures were down 1.5 per cent at 2,103.
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I am very happy with our Melania Trump becoming the First Lady of the United States, says Slovenian PM Miro Cerar (CNN reports).
EU foreign ministers to meet Sunday after Trump election, as per Germany.
Obama invites the President-elect Trump to meet him at the White House tomorrow to discuss the presidential transition.
Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said Obama called Trump while he was speaking to his supporters in New York, and so Trump called him back after he left the stage.
She said the two leaders had a 'very nice talk', as per PTI.
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US President Barack Obama calls Trump to offer congratulations on election victory, as per Associated Press.
Trump tweets first time since becoming President-elect:
German Chancellor Angela Merkel offers Trump 'close cooperation' based on common values, as per AFP.
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Trump win cannot reverse nuclear deal, says Iran's Hassan Rouhani.
Trump's win 'opens period of uncertainty', says France's François Hollande.
Russia 'ready to do its part' to rebuild US ties with Trump, says Russian President Vladimir Putin.
I congratulate President-elect Donald Trump on an amazing victory in the decisive polls: Ted Cruz.
Trump leads Clinton among men 53% to 41%, as per Fox News.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton among white Evangelical voters 81% to 16%, says Fox News.
Captured moments when American voters found out Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election; WATCH
Hispanic voters made up 11% of voters nationwide, just 1 point higher than in 2, says NYT.
Marine Le Pen, an anti-immigrant nationalist leader in France, cheered Donald Trump's victory, reports NYT.
Shea-Porter elected to US House in New Hampshire, Lewis elected to US House in Minnesota, Rosen elected to US House in Nevada, says AP.
Latest electoral vote count - Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 274 to 218, reports Fox News.
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulates Trump, hopes for 'constructive dialogue'.
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We look forward to working with you (Donald Trump) closely to take India-US bilateral ties to a new height: PM Modi
We appreciate the friendship you (Donald Trump) have articulated towards India during your campaign: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi congratulates Donald Trump on being elected as the 45th US President.
Trump won with 289 electoral votes compared to 218 for Clinton, according to CNN projections.
Trump won with 289 electoral votes compared to 218 for Clinton, according to CNN projections.
Donald Trump is set to take the oath of office on January 20, 2017, reports NYT
I love this country, says Trump before concluding his victory speech.
While the campaign is over, our work on this movement is really just beginning, says Trump
I promise you that I will not let you down: Trump
Law enforcement in New York City... These are spectacular people: Trump
I want to thank the Secret Service: Trump
Kellyanne, Chris, Rudy, Steve and David - we have got tremendously talented people up here: Trump.
This political stuff is nasty and it's tough: Trump
First, I want to thank my parents... I learned so much from them: Trump.
We will seek common ground, not hostility; partnership, not conflict: Trump.
America will no longer settle for anything less than the best. We must reclaim our country's destiny: Trump
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We have a great economic plan. We will double our growth and have the strongest economy anywhere in the world: Trump
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We will also finally take care of our great veterans: Trump.
The forgotten men and women of our country will be forgotten no longer: Trump
Every single American will have the opportunity to realize his or her fullest potential: Trump
It's a movement comprised of Americans from all races, religions, backgrounds, and beliefs, says Trump.
Ours was not a campaign but rather an incredible and great movement made up of millions of hard working men and women: Trump.
I pledge to every citizen of our land that I will be President for all Americans, and this is so important to me: Trump
It's time for us to come together as one united people: Trump.
"It's time for us to come together as one united people: Trump.
I pledge that I will be President for all Americans, Donald Trump in victory speech.
We owe her a major debt of gratitude for her service to our country. Now it's time for America to bind the wounds of division: Trump.
I just received a call from Secretary Clinton. She congratulated us - it's about us... and I congratulated her and her family: Trump
President-elect Donald Trump arrives on stage to address his supporters.
I will have the privilege to serve as your vice president of the United States of America: Pemce
This is historic night. The American people have elected Donald Trump after a heated campaign. I am deeply thankful to the people of America: Mike Pence
Democrat Hillary Clinton has called Donald Trump to concede the race, reports CNN.
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Donald Trump expected to speak to overjoyed supporters at his campaign HQ in NY.
Donald Trump elected President of the United States of America, claims AP.
Donald Trump will win Wisconsin’s 10 electoral votes, projects CNN.
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I am so proud to be a Hillary supporter, I hope that America has yet not rejected the idea of woman being a president, says an emotion Clinton supporter.
Donald Trump maintains massive lead, leads Hillary Clinton 265-218, claims NYT.
Emotional scenes as Democrat supporters start leaving Convention Centre.
“She has done an amazing job, and she is not done yet,” John Podesta. WATCH
We're not going to have "anything more to say tonight": John Podesta, Clinton's campaign chair.
For the Hillary Clinton camp it's all over as Donald Trump nears victory.
Hillary Clinton wins Maine, says NYT.
Very disappointed with the results, it is a major setback for democratic America: Hillary Clinton’s supporters.
Hillary Clinton may not speak at convention centre today, Fox News says.
Donald Trump has won Pennsylvania, assuring that he will most likely be the next president of the United States, reports NYT.
Republican Donald Trump surges ahead in key US presidential polls, leads Hillary Clinton 264- 215, says NYT.
Donald Trump will win Alaska’s 3 electoral votes, CNN projects.
In Pennsylvania, the Republican incumbent Patrick Toomey has been re-elected.
Hindu Sena activists celebrate the lead of Donald Trump in US polls.
People in Delhi celebrate as Republican Donald Trump surges ahead in key US polls.
Republicans retain control of the Senate with a victory in Pennsylvania, reports ANI.
Here is a picture showing American people's mood at the Javits Center around 1 am as the results started pouring in.
In Nevada, Democrats will keep Harry Reid's seat. Catherine Cortez Masto will be the nation's first Latina senator, reports NYT.
Donald Trump wins key battlegrounds, leads Hillary Clinton 244-215, as per the latest projection by CNN.
Donald Trump supporters celebrate as he comes within reach of a shocking election victory, reports AFP.
Hillary Clinton wins western state of Nevada, reports say.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 238-209, projects CNN.
Donald Trump will win Iowa’s 6 electoral votes, projects CNN.
Republican candidate Ron Johnson re-elected to Senate in Wisconsin, reports CNN.
Donald Trump wins Utah, as per NYT.
Hillary Clinton supporters at her election night event in New York.
Donald Trump has a 69% chance of winning Pennsylvania, says NYT.
Donald Trump supporters at an election night event in New York.
Donald Trump will win Georgia’s 16 electoral votes, CNN projects.
Donald Trump now leads Hillary Clinton 216-209 in the race to 270 electoral votes.
Hillary Clinton wins Colorado, according to NYT.
Hillary Clinton wins Washington, says NYT.
Donald Trump wins Florida, says NYT.
Donald Trump will win Florida’s 29 electoral votes, CNN projects.
95% chance of Donald Trump's victory in US presidential polls, projects New York Times.
Hillary Clinton now leads Donald Trump 190-171, reports CNN.
Trump wins Ohio, North Carolina; Clinton takes Virginia and Colorado.
Hillary Clinton will win Virginia, predict US networks
Donald Trump marches ahead, leads Hillary Clinton 167-109 in race to 270 electoral votes
Hillary Clinton will win New Mexico; Donald Trump will win Missouri, CNN projects.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 149-109 in race to 270 electoral votes
Donald Trump projected winner in Louisiana (8 electoral votes), according to NBC
Donald Trump will win Montana's 3 electoral votes, CNN projects
Republican Donald Trump held slight leads in the vital battleground states of Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and Ohio on Tuesday, clinging to a narrow advantage over Democrat Hillary Clinton in key states that could decide their race for the White House.
With voting completed in more than two-thirds of the 50 U.S. states, the race was too close to call in Ohio, Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire and Virginia, leaving the race for the White House on a knife`s edge.
Trump maintains huge lead!
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 136-104 in race to 270 electoral votes, according to CNN exit poll.
Hillary Clinton will win Connecticut; Donald Trump will win Louisiana, CNN projects.
Asian Americans, including Indian Americans came out in large numbers to vote against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, according to a report based on early voting trends.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 128-97 in the race to 270 electoral votes, predicts CNN
Donald Trump is leading in crucial states of Florida, Ohio, Virginia and North Carolina
US Presidential election: Donald Trump will win Texas and Arkansas, CNN projects.
Donald Trump says he has won Texas
Trump, Clinton run close in Ohio, Florida and elsewhere
Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton waged a close battle in several crucial battleground states on Tuesday in their bitter race for the White House, although opinion polls gave Clinton an edge in the closing hours of the campaign.
It's a very close fight! CNN reports Hillary Clinton leading with 68-66 electoral votes against Donald Trump.
Republicans set to retain control of the US House of Representatives, says US Networks
Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka says, "Such a surreal moment to vote for father for President of the United States!"
Some 15 percent of Americans who cast a ballot on Tuesday said it was their first time voting in a presidential election, according to an early reading from the Reuters/Ipsos national Election Day poll, up from 9 percent of voters who said so in 2012.
Visuals from US embassy in New Delhi
Donald Trump has won Tennessee which has 11 electoral votes, say US networks
With voting underway in many states, CNN reported that Hillary was leading Trump by 68 to 48 electoral college votes.
To win the presidential election, a candidate needs 270 of the 538 electoral college votes.
Donald Trump wins South Carolina: Associated Press projection
Hillary Clinton now leads Donald Trump 68-48 in the race to 270. Six states have gone to Trump and eight to Clinton, says CNN.
Hillary Clinton leads Donald Trump 68-48 in the race to 270 electoral votes, predict US networks
Donald Trump wins Oklahoma, Tennessee and Mississippi. Florida, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire are too early to call: US networks prediction
Hillary Clinton wins Illinois, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Delaware, Rhode Island and District of Columbia, predict US networks
Donald Trump wins West Virginia, Too early to call in crucial state of Ohio and too early in North Carolina, predict US networks
Hillary Clinton wins seven states and DC; Donald Trump bags six states, predicts CNN exit poll
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump locked up their first state wins on Tuesday as polling stations closed in the eastern United States, with the world waiting anxiously to see who will head to the White House.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 24-3 in the race to 270 electoral votes: CNN projections
Donald Trump wins West Virginia: CNN exit poll. WV has 5 electoral votes. 270 is the winning mark.
Donald Trump wins West Virginia. It has 5 electoral votes.
South Carolina, Georgia and Virginia too close to call after polls in these states close.
Those first results give the 70-year-old Republican billionaire an early lead in the count of Electoral College votes -- 19 to three for Clinton.
The lead in the running tally toward the magic number of 270 electoral votes needed to win the White House -- a majority of the 538 up for grabs -- was expected to change hands as the evening wore on in the closely contested election.
Trump wins Indiana and Kentucky, Clinton takes Vermont: Networks
Republican Donald Trump won Indiana, the home state of his running mate Mike Pence, while Hillary Clinton took the northeastern state of Vermont, in the first results of Tuesday`s US presidential election, television networks projected. It was still too early to determine a winner in three of the first six states to close their polls -- Republican-leaning South Carolina and Georgia, and the key battleground of Virginia, the networks said.
Polls close in first six states in US elections 2016.
Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 19-3 in the race to 270 electoral votes, according to CNN exit poll.
Donald Trump leading in Florida; it has 29 electoral votes. 270 is the winning mark.
Hillary Clinton wins Virginia, say CNN projections
South Carolina and Georgia are too close to call, according to CNN Projection.
As soon as polls close, projections for each state are released, based on opinion polls carried out throughout the day.
Although projections give an indication of which way each state has voted, polls are only indicative of the outcome and are not always correct.
Donald Trump wins Indiana, Kentucky; Hillary Clinton wins Virginia, according to CNN projections
Donald Trump wins Indiana, Kentucky; Hillary Clinton wins Virginia, according to CNN projections
First projections to begin soon; catch LIVE updates here to know who - Hillary or Trump - will be the first to cross the 270 mark!
In Florida, the biggest swing state in the country, 50 per cent of the state's 13 million voters have cast their vote.
In the slightly larger burg of Hart's Location, Clinton won with 17 votes to Trump's 14. In Millsfield, Trump won decisively, 16-4.
In Dixville Notch, Clinton beat Donald Trump 4-2.
Libertarian Gary Johnson received one vote, and the 2012 Republican candidate, Mitt Romney received a surprise write-in ballot.
The three sleepy hamlets in rural New Hampshire, with their residents fewer than 100, became the first to cast their ballots.
East Coast states have already kicked off with voting on in Florida, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Voters are also to cast ballots for vice president, their representatives in Congress and Senate and other elected officials. Also on ballots are various proposals, called propositions, for legal changes in several states.
Polls in most areas open at either 6 a.m. or 7 a.m., while poll closing times range from 6 p.m. to as late as 9 p.m. local time.
Around 90 million voters are expected to cast their votes to elect the country's 45th president.
Initial news reports indicated that this election may see a high voter turnout. News programmes across the country showed long lines of voters as polling began.
Clinton running to be the first woman president on a platform of "Stronger Together" was ahead in opinion polls by an average of 3.3 percent, a slim lead over Trump, whose message was "Make America Great Again".
Americans are going to the polls in large numbers on Tuesday after a bitter, divisive presidential campaign that reached its peak Monday night at a star-studded rally for Democrat Hillary Clinton and at a theatrical assembly for Republican Donald Trump.
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Tuesday stunned the world by defeating his heavily favoured Democrat rival Hillary Clinton in the closely contested race for the White House, ending eight years of Democratic rule.
Brushing aside fears that his victory will further divide the US, President-elect Donald Trump said in his victory speech that he will be the leader "for all Americans".