Former President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump cast their votes in Palm Beach, Florida, amidst a tense electoral atmosphere marked by high voter turnout and expected delays in ballot counting.
According to Daily Mail, Donald Trump voiced his concerns over voting irregularities and delays, particularly spotlighting issues in Pennsylvania as crucial to the election's outcome.
Former President Donald Trump expressed his dismay and alleged potential delays in election results, especially in Pennsylvania, where he predicted results could be delayed for days. "I'm hearing in Pennsylvania they won't have an answer until two or three days from now. I think it's an absolute outrage if that's the case," Trump stated, indicating his frustration with the voting process.
Trump, who appeared wearing his signature 'Make America Great Again' hat, seemed nostalgic yet satisfied with his electoral efforts, which he regarded as his final campaign. "I ran a great campaign. I think it was maybe the best of the three. We did great in the first one, and much better in the second one. Something happened. And this was the best - I would say this was the best campaign we ran," he shared with reporters.
Melania Trump, who stood by him during the voting process, spoke briefly but positively about the experience, only commenting, "Very good. Thank you," when asked about her feelings toward the election.
Voter turnout was reportedly high, according to election officials, with an expectation of extended vote counting akin to the 2020 election cycle, where results took four days to finalize.
Moreover, Trump preemptively expressed concerns about election fraud, which he suggested could impact the outcome.
Trump, accompanied by Melania, also visited his campaign headquarters in West Palm Beach to commend his team. During his visit, he emphasized the need to remain vigilant against cheating, echoing his longstanding concerns about election integrity. Melania Trump addressed the staff, appreciating their hard work and dedication: "A great job. Thank you so much for your support. It was hard work, I know. It's hours to hours. I know how hard my husband is working. Nonstop. Thank you for all of your support. Great job."
Donald Trump continued to launch verbal attacks on his opponent and critics during his final rally, particularly targeting Oprah Winfrey for her endorsement of Kamala Harris despite her previous interactions with him and his properties.
Trump's eligibility to vote, despite recent legal challenges and a conviction for falsifying business records, was underscored by Florida law, which permits voting for felons who are not currently incarcerated.
This law aligns with New York State provisions, allowing Trump to participate in the election ahead of his sentencing scheduled for later in November.
The former president, facing a potential four-year prison term, showed no signs of retreating from public life or the electoral process. Instead, he hailed this election cycle as possibly his most substantial campaign yet.
In conclusion, as ballots continue to be counted and both sides brace for potential legal battles, Donald Trump remains a contentious figure in American politics, rallying his base with claims of electoral victory and criticisms of the process, while facing significant legal challenges.
