CNN’s Jake Tapper was left speechless after a preliminary analysis of the 2020 election results revealed a surprising statistic: Kamala Harris, despite being Vice President, failed to outperform Joe Biden in a single county.
This revelation came after an intense analysis that showed Harris had not only lost to Donald Trump but had also struggled across the board when compared to Biden.
Unsettling Numbers Leave Tapper in Shock
At around 2 a.m. ET on Wednesday, CNN’s analysis of the election results showed that Harris was unable to outpace Biden by even a modest margin in any county.
Tapper, visibly stunned, reacted with disbelief when presented with a map of the election results, exclaiming, “Holy smokes. Literally nothing? Literally not one county?”
His surprise reflected the unexpected nature of Harris’ performance during the election.
Trump Takes the Lead, Victory Imminent
The Vice President, 60, formally lost to Donald Trump, 78, early Wednesday after Trump managed to secure wins in crucial swing states, including North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.
By 5:34 a.m. ET, the Associated Press called Wisconsin for Trump, marking a major step toward his victory, which was officially confirmed just minutes later.
Harris’ Silence and Disappointed Supporters
In the hours following the loss, Harris did not formally concede.
Instead, former Congressman Cedric Richmond, who co-chaired her campaign, announced that the Vice President would not address her supporters until the next day.
As the night wore on, Harris’ supporters, many of whom had gathered in anticipation of a victory, began to lose hope.
Despondent crowds at election watch parties, both in the U.S. and abroad, reflected the disappointment of the moment.
Trump’s Historic Win and Harris’ Struggles
Trump’s victory, mirroring his surprise win in 2016, allowed him to make history by becoming the first president in over 130 years to win a non-consecutive second term.
Meanwhile, Harris’ defeat led to criticisms about her inability to present herself as a fresh alternative to the Biden administration.
This was particularly evident after Biden, 81, stepped down from the race amid increasing questions about his mental capacity to run for another term.
Harris, however, couldn’t sustain the initial momentum from her nomination, which had been bolstered by overwhelming support from the Democratic National Convention.
Looking Forward
As the dust settles, many are questioning what comes next for Harris and the future of the Democratic Party.
With her failure to secure a victory, some believe her political career may face significant challenges.
What’s clear is that the 2020 election marks a pivotal moment for the Vice President and the American political landscape as a whole.
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