Trump Wins Electoral College, Clinton Wins Popular Vote
By Peter Sinclair, Bloomberg News
November 9, 2016, 9:45 AM PST Updated on November 9, 2016, 12:01 PM PST
Donald Trump won the Electoral College and will become the 45th president of the United States, despite losing the popular vote to Hillary Clinton. Trump won 304 electoral votes to Clinton's 227, well above the 270 needed to win the presidency.
Trump's victory is a major upset, as Clinton had been the favorite to win the election according to most polls. His victory is likely due to a number of factors, including his strong support among white working-class voters and his ability to tap into the anger and frustration of many Americans.
Clinton won the popular vote by a margin of nearly 3 million votes. However, the Electoral College system gives more weight to votes in smaller states, which helped Trump to win the election.
The election results have been met with mixed reactions. Trump's supporters are celebrating his victory, while his opponents are expressing disappointment and anger. The election has also raised questions about the future of the Republican Party and the country as a whole.
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