Watch: Harris speaks after Trump election win certification

The Hill

6 January 2025 at 2:22 pm

Watch: Harris speaks after Trump election win certification

Vice President Harris is spoke Monday afternoon after Congress certified President-elect Trump’s electoral victory.

The certification officially cemented his win over Harris ahead of his inauguration with no objections from any lawmakers.

Harris presided over the event, donning a business-like or expressionless demeanor and refrained from any applause.

Watch a replay of the remarks in the player above.

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