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Dejected supporters of Kamala Harris at her campaign's Washington watch party. Alamy Stock Photo

In pictures: The celebration and dejection as the US presidential results rolled in

A look back at a momentous night for American politics

LAST UPDATE | 2 hrs ago

DONALD TRUMP HAS been re-elected as the President of the United States, defeating outgoing Democratic Vice-President Kamala Harris. 

A night that began with some early momentum for Harris’ campaign was bulldozed by Trump, who picked up major victories in several swing states.

These photos capture the emotions of a historic election night.

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Donald Trump visits his campaign HQ in West Palm Beach, Florida.

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Supporters arrive at a Republican watch party in West Palm Beach.

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A Trump supporter in Washington D.C. dresses up as Spider-Man.

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Supporters at a Washington watch party celebrate news that Trump has won the state of Georgia.

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The party continues in Florida.

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At around 8am Irish time, Trump calls his victory, telling supporters that this “will truly be the golden age of America”.

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Earlier in the night, supporters arrive in their droves to a Democratic watch-party on the Howard University campus in Washington D.C.

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Vendors sell Harris merchandise outside of the watch party, while supporters wait for results to come in.

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Around 6am Irish time Harris’ campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond departs the stage at Howard University after telling the audience that she will not be speaking.

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A sombre mood after supporters cleared out of Howard University.

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A voter’s badge left on the ground at Howard University.

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