Outside the Republicans’ vigil at Mar-a-lago, the blue lights of police cars flash close together. A crowd stands outside the grand building with their mobiles raised, ready to capture what could be a historic moment. Inside, one of the Republicans’ many election vigils takes place. Early on Wednesday morning in Norway, many are waiting for Trump himself to appear. Wearing a red, white and blue shawl with stars and stripes on it, she has been waiting for about an hour for the presidential candidate to arrive. – It is fantastic. We are eagerly waiting to see the next US president arrive, says Michaela to news. She is already convinced that Trump will win the election, although the final result is far from clear. Large police presence outside Mar-a-lago in anticipation of Trump appearing at the election vigil. Photo: Eskil Wie Furunes / news The economy most important There was one main reason why Michaela’s vote went to Trump. – For me personally, it is about our economy. I had more money in my wallet four years ago and he kept our country and the world safe. He did a good job, especially with regard to the economy, she says, referring to when he was president last. Young Trump supporters pose for the press outside the election vigil. Photo: Eskil Furunes Wie / news She herself works to distribute food to the disadvantaged, and finds that more and more people are struggling to make ends meet due to increased living costs. – It is important that we go “back to basics” with the economy, she says. – Very happy to be here – This evening is great fun! As an American, I am thrilled to be here, to support the country and to support Donald Trump. That’s what a young female voter news talks to outside the election vigil says, who can hardly stop smiling during the interview. Trump is the best at national security, believes a woman news met outside his election vigil in Florida. Photo: Eskil Wie Furunes / news For her, it was national security that weighed heavily when she had to cast her vote. – He cares about his country and his people, she says, and lists, among other things, border security, lower taxes and petrol prices as proof of just that. Waiting for Trump Inside Mar-a-lago, too, there are close quarters with supporters waiting for the Republican candidate. On the stage stands a long row of American flags, while red Maga caps adorn the heads of many of those present. In the air outside, helicopters circle, a sign that his motorcade is approaching. The mood is completely different at the Democrats’ election vigil in Washington DC, where news correspondent Tove Bjørgås describes a heavy mood. Cheers at the election vigil The atmosphere was also good at the Republicans’ election vigil in Georgia earlier in the night, when they named Trump as the winner of the state. It happened while the big agencies still thought it was too early to name a winner in the state. Despite that, the cheers were high. Published 06.11.2024, at 06.25 Updated 06.11.2024, at 06.28
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Opinion from Donald Trump’s election vigil on election night – news Norway – Overview of news from various parts of the country
