Washington Leaders React To Results Of 2024 Election

President-elect Donald Trump has reclaimed the White House, marking a historic comeback as ballots continue to be tallied in several pivotal swing states.

News On 6's Washington Bureau Chief Alex Cameron reflected on the dramatic outcome and its implications.

"I don’t think anyone truly saw this coming," Cameron said. "But D.C. is a political town—we’ve seen administration shifts before. As surprising as this may be to some, things here will quickly fall into order."

Cameron emphasized the potential impact of a unified Republican government, should the House also go red.

"If Republicans hold onto the House, priorities could range from border security to major changes in spending and energy policy," he noted. "Trump has talked about imposing across-the-board tariffs, something he could initiate without Congress, along with efforts to free up oil and gas drilling."

With Republicans leading in key House races still undecided, Cameron noted that a unified GOP government could alter policy-making priorities dramatically.

"There’s a big question over the fiscal year 2025 budget. The government is funded through mid-December, but some Republicans argue that if Trump’s presidency and a GOP Congress are imminent, this current Congress shouldn’t dictate the spending plan."

For Democrats, there are still silver linings, according to Cameron.

"Despite the loss, Democrats achieved historic wins of their own—two Black women, Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware and Angela Alsobrooks of Maryland, were elected to the Senate," he said. "While they didn’t secure the White House, these milestones are notable victories."

As Trump prepares to assume office in January 2025, Washington is bracing for what is likely to be a fast-paced period of policy changes and administrative transitions.