Obamas urge unity and respect for democracy after Trump's election victory

Barack and Michelle Obama reacted to Donald Trump's victory over Kamala Harris in the presidential election by urging Americans to listen to each other and respect democratic norms. They congratulated Trump and his running mate, J.D. Vance, while expressing pride in Harris and Tim Walz. The Obamas acknowledged the challenges facing the country, including the pandemic and economic issues, and emphasized the importance of accepting the election results. They highlighted the need for unity and adherence to constitutional principles. Bill and Hillary Clinton also issued a statement, praising Harris and Walz for their positive campaign. They called for collective action to address national challenges and emphasized that America is larger than any single election outcome.