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Biden and Harris concede Trump victory

(JNS) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke individually with President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday, acknowledging Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential elections and offering to assist with his transition into power.

Biden called Trump and “expressed his commitment to ensuring a smooth transition while emphasizing the importance of working to bring the country together,” the White House said on Wednesday.

His vice president, Kamala Harris, called Trump to concede the election, and to offer to help with his transition.

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