Donald Trump has won the Presidential Election of 2016
November 9, 2016
Over the course of the 2016 presidential election, it has finally come to a close with Donald Trump as the new president elect.
Trump started his career as a Businessman and TV personality. For this election, Trump has been fighting his opponent, Hillary Clinton, to be the 45th president.
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According to the polls, Trump has won with a total of 49% of electoral votes. His opponent, Clinton, managed to obtain 46% of votes, making it a close race.
The president elect will officially be inaugurated into office on Jan. 20, 2017.
For more information, visit the Pennsylvania Department of State and the Allegheny Election Bureau.