US elections: Kenyans react to Donald Trump’s victory over Kamala Harris in the race for the White House

• Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris to become the 47th US president to be declared president-elect.
• Trump’s victory in Pennsylvania gave him a decisive lead in the vote count, ending Harris’ quest to become the first female US president.
• Kenyans online shared mixed reactions, with some celebrating Trump’s victory and others expressing disappointment at Harris’ defeat.

Donald TrumpUS presidential candidate from the Republican Party, won the race for the White House, defeating her Democratic opponent Kamala Harris.

Trump emerged victorious, becoming the 47th President of the United States.

With her victory in Pennsylvania, Trump won 266 Electoral College votes, a major blow to Harris’ dream of becoming the first woman president.

With 266 Electoral College votes, the former president only needs four votes from the remaining states to be officially declared president-elect.

Kenyans react to Donald Trump’s US election victory

Following the clear victory, Kenyans joined the political cause in the diaspora by voicing their opinions, with those supporting Kamala expressing disappointment and Trump fans expressing excitement.

Pauline Njoroge:

“It’s decided! Donald Trump, it is!”

Muriti Magiri:

“Let us first be experts in our own affairs. Let’s build our nation first. Let’s also have a US President who strives not to impose his norms and values ​​on other people. He may not be the best, but Trump is much better than Kamala. It’s time for change throughout the world. It is also time for all nations to bow down and say, “Jesus is Lord.”

Julius Njuguna:

“The first order of business should be to recall some of these ambassadors to African countries.”

Stephen Murater:

“My Man! Donald! I’m so happy for him! “

Gathoni Nderu:

“It was obvious, I wholeheartedly supported him, long live Trump.”

Peter Muchek:

“I wished Kamala to win, but she lost; This is good news for Kenya!”

Dean Welden:

“The decision was made several months ago. The merciful lady knows nothing. I mean, you can’t control a superpower with laughter.”

Geoffrey Jeff:

“The way I support Trump is like I’m an American.”

Josephat Ciengo:

“It seems like being elected as a female president in the United States is a tough calling.”

Donald Trump thanked his wife Melania with a beautiful speech

Previously, TUKO.co.ke reported that Trump is in seventh heaven after victory in the highly disputed 2024 elections between him and Kamala Harris.

During his Thanksgiving speech, he praised his wife Melanie Trump and his children for supporting him as he fought for re-election.

He also thanked his relatives and wished that his wife’s mother was still alive to witness his political return.

Source: TUKO.co.ke