On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris secured a victory in Illinois, successfully capturing the 19 electoral votes for the Democratic Party.
This state, known for its strong Democratic leanings, is also notable for being the birthplace of former President Barack Obama.
Illinois has consistently backed Democratic presidential candidates since the 1992 election, reinforcing its status as a reliable blue state.
The announcement of Harris’s win was officially made at 8:38 p.m. EST, marking another critical moment in the ongoing electoral process.