The latest developments in the U.S. election following Donald Trump win

By The Canadian Press on November 6, 2024.

OTTAWA – Former U.S. president Donald Trump has secured his political comeback and return to the White House after winning a polarizing U.S. election.

Here are the latest developments (all times are ET):

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7:15 a.m.: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended congratulations to Donald Trump on his re-election on X.

“Congratulations to Donald Trump on being elected president of the United States,” Trudeau wrote.

“The friendship between Canada and the U.S. is the envy of the world. I know President Trump and I will work together to create more opportunity, prosperity and security for both our nations.”

Trudeau included an undated photo of himself with Trump in the Oval Office from the president’s first term.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 6, 2024.