Donald Trump wins presidential election, defying poll predictions

Donald Trump has won the presidential election, surprising many by defeating Kamala Harris despite polls predicting a narrow lead for her. Trump secured key swing states, outperforming expectations in both the Electoral College and the popular vote. Polls from major outlets had shown Harris with slight advantages, but Trump dominated in critical battlegrounds like Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin. He won five of the seven key states considered toss-ups. The polling failures have faced criticism from historians and analysts, who noted the media's heavy reliance on these predictions. Some experts, including Allan Lichtman, acknowledged their incorrect forecasts and plan to reevaluate their methods.