Trump receives calls of congratulations and White House invitation from Biden as transition begins
Donald Trump, now president-elect, received congratulatory calls from various leaders, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden invited Trump to the White House to discuss the transition process, which has not yet begun in earnest.
Biden's chief of staff urged Trump's team to sign necessary federal agreements for a smooth transition. Delays in these agreements are hindering the Trump team's ability to process security clearances and access federal resources ahead of the inauguration on January 20, 2025.
Trump also spoke with international leaders, including Israeli Prime Minister and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, U.S. markets reacted positively to Trump's election, and there are indications that the Justice Department may not pursue charges against him while he is in office.