US Elections

Trump's Stunning Comeback Shakes Up US Politics and Global Policy
PoliticsTrump's Stunning Comeback Shakes Up US Politics and Global Policy

Donald Trump has won the US presidential election, media said Wednesday, defeating Kamala Harris in a stunning political comeback that will send shock waves across the world. The polarizing Republican's victory, following one of the most hostile campaigns in modern US history, was all the more remarkable given an unprecedented criminal ...

Race to the White House: Trump vs. Harris on Economic Policies
ExplainerRace to the White House: Trump vs. Harris on Economic Policies

The US elections extend beyond domestic concerns; their impact resonates worldwide due to the United States' power, wealth, and influence. With a gross domestic product approaching $28.8 trillion, the US is at the heart of global information, capital, goods, and services flows. Therefore, understanding the potential ramifications of the elections ...

World Leaders Congratulate Trump, Eye Stronger Alliances
PoliticsWorld Leaders Congratulate Trump, Eye Stronger Alliances

As Donald Trump claimed victory in the U.S. presidential election on Wednesday morning, leaders around the world quickly responded, offering their congratulations and voicing intentions to work with his administration. French President Emmanuel Macron was among the first to congratulate "President Donald Trump," expressing his readiness ...

Special Edition: Donald Trump Claims Victory
VideosSpecial Edition: Donald Trump Claims Victory

We bring you the latest results from our studio in Beirut with Victoria Werling, Head of Reports Section at This is Beirut; Charles Chartouni, university professor and political science researcher; and Chelsea Al Arif, journalist. Together, they will shed light on this historic election, drawing on the analyses of our special correspondents in ...

US election : Trump Declares Victory
US election : Trump Declares Victory

Donald Trump claimed victory and pledged to "heal" the country Wednesday as results put him on the verge of beating Kamala Harris in a stunning White House comeback. His exuberant speech came despite the fact that only Fox News had declared him the winner, with no other US networks having made the call so far. As jubilant supporters ...

Dollar Soars, Bitcoin Hits Record as Trump Leads Key Swing States
Dollar Soars, Bitcoin Hits Record as Trump Leads Key Swing States

The dollar surged and bitcoin hit a record high Wednesday as traders bet on a victory for Donald Trump as he picked up key swing states needed to take the White House, ramping up bets on fresh tax cuts, tariffs and rising inflation. While polls had shown the race on a knife edge, the Republican appeared to be faring better than his Democratic ...

Republicans Secure Senate Control in Key Midterm Wins
Republicans Secure Senate Control in Key Midterm Wins

Republicans wrested the US Senate from Democratic control, US media projected early Wednesday, ending four years in the minority and providing a huge boost to the party in its quest to dominate every branch of government. The victory means that the incoming president will get enormous support to enact their agenda and appoint justices to the ...

US Presidential Election: States Already Won by Harris and Trump
SpotlightUS Presidential Election: States Already Won by Harris and Trump

Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former president Donald Trump are battling it out for the White House, with polls gradually closing across the United States Tuesday and a long night of waiting for results expected. Projections are tumbling in, with US media calling wins for Trump so far in 22 states including big prizes ...

Live from Washington D.C.: Key Updates on the Historic US Presidential Election
VideosLive from Washington D.C.: Key Updates on the Historic US Presidential Election

    Reporting live from Washington D.C., our special correspondent Tylia Helou brings you the latest figures and percentages from this historic election. Americans are set to make a pivotal choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, determining the country’s direction for the next four years. Stay tuned for updates on this ...

US Presidential Election: Why Results May Not Be Known Tonight
US Presidential Election: Why Results May Not Be Known Tonight

Americans are currently casting their votes to decide whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will be the next occupant of the White House. However, it's unlikely that the results will be revealed immediately, given the unpredictability surrounding the election.  Voting procedures and the high risk of contested results could extend the wait by ...