Donald Trump has claimed victory over Kamala Harris after several important swing states voted for the Republicans.
Data from CNN - Updated 7:29 am
Latest state results
- + 15 Trump wins Michigan 7:29 am
- + 4 Harris wins New Hampshire 12:05 am
- + 10 Trump wins Wisconsin 11:33 pm
- + 14 Harris wins New Jersey 10:38 pm
- + 10 Harris wins Minnesota 9:45 pm
Data from CNN - Updated 7:29 am
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