In a stunning upset, President-elect Donald Trump has won Arizona, completing a clean sweep of all seven crucial battleground states in the 2024 presidential election ¹. This victory marks a significant shift, as Trump flipped key states that previously leaned Democratic, including Arizona, Nevada, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, Michigan, and Wisconsin ¹.
With this win, Trump has secured 312 Electoral College votes, surpassing the required 270 ¹. The Republican candidate’s success is even more remarkable considering the tight polling leading up to the election, where he held a narrow 2.8-point lead over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris ¹.
In Arizona, campaign spending reached unprecedented levels, with Democrats outspending Republicans $308 million to $147 million ¹. Despite being outspent, Trump’s campaign resonated with voters, delivering a decisive victory.
Vice President-elect J.D. Vance took to social media to express his gratitude, thanking his family, supporters, and President Trump for the opportunity to serve ¹. Trump, in his victory speech, emphasized the significance of his win, stating that “God spared my life for a reason” and vowing to “make America great again” ¹.
Trump’s speech was met with enthusiasm, as the crowd cheered and chanted “USA! USA!” ¹. The President-elect acknowledged the magnitude of his victory, saying, “Many people have told me that God spared my life for a reason, and that reason was to save our country and to restore America to greatness” ¹.
As Trump prepares to take office, he has pledged to work tirelessly for the American people, ensuring they are proud of their vote ¹. With control of the Senate also secured, the Republican Party is poised for significant legislative gains ¹. This historic victory marks a new chapter in American politics, as Trump seeks to fulfill his promise of restoring America’s greatness ¹.
