Political forecaster Allan Lichtman reacts to Trump's unexpected 2024 election victory
Allan Lichtman, a well-known political forecaster, was surprised when his prediction of Donald Trump's defeat in the 2024 election was proven wrong. During a live YouTube stream, he expressed disbelief as Trump secured a landslide victory with 295 electoral votes. Lichtman had anticipated that Kamala Harris would become the first woman president. Instead, Trump’s win shocked him and his son, who both voiced their disappointment and concern for democracy's future during the broadcast. Lichtman, who has accurately predicted election outcomes since 1984 using his "13 Keys to the White House" model, reflected on the decline of democracy. He emphasized the importance of hope and perseverance, especially for younger generations.