World leaders on Saturday took to Twitter to congratulate President-elect Joe Biden
Joe BidenRealClearPolitics reporter says Freedom Caucus shows how much GOP changed under Trump Iowa governor suggests immigrants partially to blame for rising COVID-19 cases Biden officials pledge to confront cybersecurity challenges head-on MORE and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris
Kamala HarrisWant to improve vaccine rates? Ask for this endorsement Biden celebrates anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act Will Pence primary Trump — and win? MORE after news outlets officially called the race for the Democratic nominees.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Justin Pierre James TrudeauBiden administration stokes frustration over Canada The Hill's 12:30 Report - Presented by Goldman Sachs - Schumer moves ahead with likely-to-fail infrastructure vote US extends travel restrictions with Canada, Mexico MORE wrote that he was “really looking forward to working together and building on” the relationship between the two countries, which Trudeau called “unique on the world stage.”
Congratulations, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. Our two countries are close friends, partners, and allies. We share a relationship that’s unique on the world stage. I’m really looking forward to working together and building on that with you both.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 7, 2020
He later shared a full statement on the presidential election, writing, “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on their election as the next President and Vice President of the United States of America.”
“Our shared geography, common interests, deep personal connections, and strong economic ties make us close friends, partners, and allies,” Trudeau added. “We will further build on this foundation as we continue to keep our people safe and healthy from the impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and work to advance peace and inclusion, economic prosperity, and climate action around the world.”
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson also shared congratulatory messages, writing in a statement, “The U.S. is our most important ally and I look forward to working closely together on our shared priorities, from climate change to trade and security.”
Johnson also congratulated Harris on her “historic achievement.” Harris is the first woman to be elected to the vice presidency as well as the first Black, Indian and Caribbean American woman.
Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris pic.twitter.com/xrpE99W4c4
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 7, 2020
German Chancellor Angela Merkel wrote, “The American public has decided. Joe Biden will be the 46th president of the United States of America.”
Kanzlerin #Merkel gratuliert @JoeBiden und @KamalaHarris. pic.twitter.com/4OL0mjbNyG
— Steffen Seibert (@RegSprecher) November 7, 2020
French President Emmanuel Macron
Emmanuel Jean-Michel MacronFrench parliament approves COVID-19 passes for restaurants, domestic travel WhatsApp chief: US allies' national security officials targeted with NSO malware US athletes chant 'Dr. Biden' as first lady cheers swimmers MORE tweeted a similar message, writing, “The Americans have chosen their President.”
“Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let's work together!” he added.
The Americans have chosen their President. Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! We have a lot to do to overcome today’s challenges. Let's work together!
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) November 7, 2020
Other leaders, including Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, also shared well wishes and hopes to collaborate with the president-elect and vice president-elect once they assume office.
Congratulations @JoeBiden with your election as 46th President of the United States.
— Alexander De Croo (@alexanderdecroo) November 7, 2020
A record number of people have cast their vote in this election. This illustrates the vibrancy of the American political life and its democracy.
I warmly congratulate @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for their victory in the U.S. Presidential elections.
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) November 7, 2020
The EU and the USA are friends and allies, our citizens share the deepest of links. I look forward to working with President-elect Biden.
Welcome back America! Congratulations to @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris for their election! While we are about to celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, this victory symbolizes our need to act together more than ever, in view of climate emergency. #Election2020
— Anne Hidalgo (@Anne_Hidalgo) November 7, 2020
I warmly congratulate President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-Elect @KamalaHarris. Record voter turnout expressed will of the American people for change.
— Josep Borrell Fontelles (@JosepBorrellF) November 7, 2020
Great day for US and Europe, we look forward to working together with new administration to rebuild our partnership.
Greece’s prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, tweeted that Biden has been a “true friend of Greece” and welcomed working together and strengthening the bilateral relationship.
Congratulations to US President-Elect @JoeBiden.
— Prime Minister GR (@PrimeministerGR) November 7, 2020
Joe Biden has been a true friend of Greece and I’m certain that under his presidency the relationship between our countries will grow even stronger.
Major news networks and The Associated Press all called the race for Biden shortly before 11:30 a.m. Saturday after a grueling vote count that had the country waiting for a result for days after Tuesday’s vote.
President Trump
Donald TrumpRealClearPolitics reporter says Freedom Caucus shows how much GOP changed under Trump Jake Ellzey defeats Trump-backed candidate in Texas House runoff DOJ declines to back Mo Brooks's defense against Swalwell's Capitol riot lawsuit MORE refused to concede Saturday, claiming in a statement that networks were helping Biden “falsely” pose as the winner and promising to fight the results in court.
“The simple fact is this election is far from over. Joe Biden has not been certified as the winner of any states, let alone any of the highly contested states headed for mandatory recounts, or states where our campaign has valid and legitimate legal challenges that could determine the ultimate victor,” Trump said in a statement released by his campaign.
Laura Kelly contributed.
