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As it happened: Donald Trump elected President of the United States in shock defeat of Hillary Clinton

Former outsider sweeps to decisive victory after winning key battleground states

Donald Trump's victory speech after winning US election

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Donald Trump has been elected President of the United States in the biggest shock in the country's electoral history. Here are the things you need to know:

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Donald Trump has been named the shock victor of the US presidential election, pledging to be a "President for all Americans".

In a victory speech in New York, the Republican candidate, vowed to unite the country following a divisive campaign littered with controversies.

“Now it’s time for America to bind the wounds of division…I say it is time for us to come together as one united people,” he said, as supporters chanted “USA! USA! USA!”.

Amid widespread concern over international tensions following Mr Trump’s comments on countries including China and Russia, he insisted he expected “great relationships” with foreign nations.

“America will no longer settle for anything less than best, - we must reclaim our country’s destiny,” he added. “I want to tell the world community that while we will always put America’s interests first, we will always deal fairly with everyone – all people and all other nations.

“We will seek common ground, not hostility. Partnership, not conflict.”

Hillary Clinton phoned Mr Trump in the early hours of Wednesday morning to concede defeat but made no immediate public comment.

As her loss looked ever more certain, she tweeted: "Whatever happens tonight, thank you for everything."

DOJ sends over 700 watchers to prevent voter intimidation in 28 states on Election Day

Following Donald Trump’s announcement encouraging supporters to monitor polling stations across the country, the Department of Justice will send more than 700 workers from its civil rights division to 28 states to make sure minority voters are not discriminated against.

“The bedrock of our democracy is the right to vote, and the Department of Justice works tirelessly to uphold that right not only on Election Day, but every day,” Attorney General Loretta E Lynch said in a statement.

“As always, our personnel will perform these duties impartially, with one goal in mind: to see to it that every eligible voter can participate in our elections to the full extent that federal law provides.  The department is deeply committed to the fair and unbiased application of our voting rights laws and we will work tirelessly to ensure that every eligible person that wants to do so is able to cast a ballot.”

Federal observers will monitor activities in 17 jurisdictions.

  • Russell County, Alaska;

  • Maricopa County, Arizona;

  • Alameda County, California;

  • Riverside County, California;

  • Randolph County , Georgia;

  • East Carroll Parish, Louisiana;

  • Panola County, Mississippi;

  • Colfax County, Nebraska;

  • Sandoval County, New Mexico;

  • Orange County, New York;

  • Cuyahoga County, Ohio;

  • Lorain County, Ohio;

  • Williamsburg County, South Carolina;

  • Shannon County ; San Diego.;

  • Dallas County, Texas;

  • Fort Bend County, Texas; and

  • Jefferson County, Texas.

And the Justice Department will monitor 34 jurisdictions.

  • Mobile County, Alabama ;

  • Pima County, Arizona;

  • Arapahoe County, Colorado;

  • Denver;

  • Duval County, Florida;

  • Hendry County , Florida.;

  • Hillsborough County, Florida;

  • Lee County, Florida;

  • Miami-Dade County, Florida;

  • Orange County, Florida;

  • Osceola County, Florida;

  • Chicago & Cook County, Illinois;

  • LaPorte County, Indiana;

  • Finney County, Kansas;

  • Detroit & Hamtramck, Michigan;

  • Alamance County, North Carolina;

  • Wake County, North Carolina;

  • Bernalillo County, New Mexico;

  • Cibola County, New Mexico;

  • Queens County, New York;

  • Franklin County, Ohio;

  • Hamilton County, Ohio;

  • Allegheny County, Pennsylvania;

  • Chester County, Pennsylvania;

  • Delaware County, Pennsylvania;

  • Lehigh County, Pennsylvania;

  • Philadelphia ;

  • Richland County, South Carolina;

  • Davidson County, Tennessee;

  • Shelby County , Tennessee ;

  • Harris County, Texas; and

  • Milwaukee

Justin Carissimo8 November 2016 01:39

“No matter what came along, no matter what they hit her with … no matter what happened, she said, ‘We’re stronger together.’” —@BillClinton

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 01:42

“Tomorrow, we have the chance to elect someone who is singularly qualified to be our president—our friend, Hillary… twitter.com/i/web/status/7…

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 01:44

We may have another meme on our hands.

Justin Carissimo8 November 2016 01:48

Yep.

Justin Carissimo8 November 2016 01:49

"Tomorrow, with your vote, you can say that this country has always been great, that it is the greatest nation on earth.” —@FLOTUS

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 01:52

“You don’t just have to vote against someone, you have somebody extraordinary to vote for.” —@POTUS http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CwtHyCgXcAEh82X.jpg

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 02:03

"I’m betting that young people turn out to vote because your future is at stake.” —@POTUS

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 02:11

Following Donald Trump’s announcement encouraging supporters to monitor polling stations across the country, the Department of Justice will send more than 700 workers from its civil rights division to 28 states to make sure voters—especially minorities—are not discriminated against. “The bedrock of our democracy is the right to vote, and the Department of Justice works tirelessly to uphold that right not only on Election Day, but every day,” Attorney General Loretta E Lynch said in a statement.

Justin Carissimo8 November 2016 02:22

"Tomorrow, we face the test of our time. What will we vote for?” —Hillary hillaryclinton.com/locate http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CwtMsC5UoAE5rWG.jpg

Hillary Clinton8 November 2016 02:25

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