Congress officially certified President Trump’s electoral win on Monday, cementing his victory over Kamala Harris. The certification confirmed Trump’s 312 electoral votes to Harris’s 226, marking the final step before his inauguration on January 20.
Republicans erupted in a standing ovation as Harris, presiding over the joint session, announced Trump’s victory. The moment was followed by a bipartisan standing ovation in the chamber as Harris declared the session dissolved. The proceedings, which lasted approximately 30 minutes, concluded without objections or disruptions.
Harris maintained a neutral demeanor throughout, refraining from applause. Unlike Trump’s 2016 victory, no lawmakers attempted to challenge the certification, marking a stark contrast to previous contentious proceedings.
Several lawmakers participated in the process, including Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), and Rep. Joe Morelle (D-N.Y.). Vice President-elect JD Vance was also present in the chamber during the count.
