MSNBC - LIVE: Congress certifies Trump’s election win on January 6 riot anniversary
The transcript covers the formal process of counting and verifying the electoral votes for the U.S. presidential election. The session is conducted by the Senate and House of Representatives, where certificates from each state are presented and verified for authenticity. The votes are then announced, with Donald J. Trump receiving 312 electoral votes for President and JD Vance receiving 312 votes for Vice President, surpassing the required majority of 270 votes. Kamala D. Harris and Tim Walls received 226 votes each for President and Vice President, respectively. The session concludes with the official declaration of Trump and Vance as the elected President and Vice President for the term beginning January 20, 2025. This process ensures the transparency and legitimacy of the electoral outcome, as mandated by the U.S. Constitution.
Key Points:
- Donald J. Trump received 312 electoral votes, securing the presidency.
- JD Vance received 312 electoral votes, securing the vice presidency.
- Kamala D. Harris and Tim Walls received 226 votes each.
- The majority required to win was 270 electoral votes.
- The session confirmed the election results for the term starting January 20, 2025.
Details:
1. 🎶 Background Music and Applause 🎶
- This segment contains background music and applause, indicating a transition or moment of celebration within the event.
2. 🏛️ Joint Session Commencement: Electoral Vote Verification
- The Senate and House of Representatives meet in a joint session to verify and count the votes of the electors for President and Vice President of the United States.
- Verification ensures that the certificates from the electors are authentic and correct in form, a crucial step in maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.
- Tellers from both houses are responsible for counting and listing the votes cast by the electors, ensuring accuracy and transparency in the results.
- This process underscores the commitment to a democratic system by validating the electoral outcomes before they are finalized.
3. 🗳️ State-by-State Electoral Vote Announcement
3.1. Alabama
3.2. Alaska
3.3. Arizona
3.4. Arkansas
3.5. California
3.6. Colorado
3.7. Connecticut
3.8. Delaware
3.9. District of Columbia
3.10. Florida
3.11. Georgia
3.12. Hawaii
3.13. Idaho
3.14. Illinois
3.15. Indiana
3.16. Iowa
3.17. Kansas
3.18. Kentucky
3.19. Louisiana
3.20. Maine
3.21. Maryland
3.22. Massachusetts
3.23. Michigan
3.24. Minnesota
3.25. Mississippi
3.26. Missouri
3.27. Montana
3.28. Nebraska
4. 📊 Official Electoral Vote Count and Declaration
4.1. Presidential Electoral Vote Count
4.2. Vice Presidential Electoral Vote Count
5. 🔔 Conclusion of Joint Session
- The joint session of the Senate concluded as per the Senate concurrent resolution number two of the 119th Congress.
- The chair officially declared the joint session dissolved.
6. 🏛️ House Resolutions and Proceedings
- Two privileged resolutions were introduced: House Resolution 13 by a Republican representative from Michigan and House Resolution 14 by a Democratic representative from California, showcasing bipartisan legislative activity.
- Both resolutions were agreed to after presentation, highlighting procedural progress and cooperation across party lines.
- Unanimous consent was sought and granted to dispense with the reading of the resolutions, indicating efficient legislative operations.