In a historic session on January 6, 2025, Vice President Kamala Harris presided over the certification of the 2024 presidential election results, officially confirming Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States. This event, marking a significant moment in American democracy, proceeded smoothly, underscoring the nation’s commitment to the peaceful transfer of power, unlike what happened years ago.

The joint session of Congress, held under heightened security reminiscent of the measures implemented after the events of January 6, 2021, was notably uneventful. Vice President Harris, fulfilling her constitutional duty as President of the Senate, announced the electoral vote tally: 312 votes for President-elect Trump and 226 for herself. The entire process was completed in under 30 minutes, with no objections raised from either chamber.

Vice President Harris approached her role with professionalism and grace, emphasizing the importance of upholding democratic principles. In her remarks, she stated, “The peaceful transfer of power is a hallmark of our democracy. Today, members of both parties in the House and Senate, along with the Vice President, certified the election of our new President and Vice President without controversy or objection.”

The certification coincided with the fourth anniversary of the Capitol attack, serving as a poignant reminder of the resilience of American democratic institutions. The session proceeded without incident, reflecting the nation’s progress toward healing and unity.

President-elect Trump, who secured both the electoral and popular vote, is set to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025. His victory marks a return to the Oval Office, with plans to implement policies addressing the concerns of the electorate.