US Election Results 2016: As it happened

Final results - Trump wins 289 electoral college votes against Clinton's 218.

US needs a sense of unity and respect for institutions. Hope Donald Trump maintains that spirit throughout the transition, says Obama.

Everyone in my team should be proud of the work we have done - Obama.

Donald Trump and I have serious differences but will ensure smooth transition of powers. I’m looking forward to doing everything I can to make sure the next president is successful, says US President.

Everybody gets sad when their candidate loses, but we must remember that we all are on the same team, says Obama.

Also Read - Donald Trump and I have serious differences but will ensure smooth transition of power: US President Barack Obama

Donald Trump expressed that he wants 'what's best for this country, I was heartened by that - Obama.

We're not Democrats first, we're not Republicans first, we're Americans first. We are now all rooting for his success in uniting and leading the country - Obama.

I am proud of Hillary Clinton, confident that she will continue to do good work for people of America, says Obama.

US President Barack Obama delivers a statement on election results.

PM Modi talks to Trump to congratulate him on his election.

Continuing to build on the bedrock of strong Indo-US relations. PM spoke just now to @realDonaldTrump to congratulate him on his election.

— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) November 9, 2016

PM conveyed his best wishes & the two leaders looked forward to working closely to take the #IndiaUS strategic partnership to a new height.

— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) November 9, 2016

We are stronger together and will go forward together. And you should never, ever regret fighting for that. Let us have faith in each other. Let us not grow weary. Let us not lose heart. For there are more seasons to come and more work to do, says Hillary.

Also Read - I will always believe in America, says Hillary Clinton

I am grateful to our country for all it has given me. I count my blessings every day that I am an American - Hillary.

To all the little girls watching, never doubt that you are valuable and powerful and deserving of every chance and opportunity in the world, says Hillary.

Hillary says, "We have still have not shattered that highest and hardest glass ceiling. But someday, someone will."

To all the women, who put their faith in this campaign and in me, nothing has made me prouder than to be your champion, says Hillary.

This loss hurts. But please never stop believing that fighting for what’s right is worth it - Hillary.

To Bill, Chelsea, Marc, Charlotte, Aidan, our brothers, and our entire family, my love for you means more than I can ever express, says Hillary.

To Barack and Michelle Obama, our country owes you an enormous debt of gratitude. We thank you for your graceful, determined leadership, says Hillary.

I want to thank Tim Kaine and Anne Holton for being our partners on this journey - Hillary.

Hillary says, "Our responsibility as citizens is to keep doing our part to build that better, stronger, fairer America we seek. And I know you will.”

Our constitutional democracy demands our participation, not just every four years, but all the time, says Hillary.

Donald Trump is going to be our president. We owe him an open mind and the chance to lead - Hillary.

Hillary says "We have seen that our nation is more deeply divided than we thought. But I still believe in America and I always will."

I want you to remember this, our campaign was never about one person or even one election. It was about the country we love - Hillary.

You represent the best of America, and being your candidate has been one of the greatest honors of my life, says Hillary.

This is not the outcome we wanted. I’m sorry we did not win this election for the values we share and the vision we hold for our country - Hillary.

I hope that he will be a successful president for all Americans, says Hillary on Donald Trump.

Last night I congratulated Donald Trump and offered to work with him on behalf of our country, says Hillary.

Hillary Clinton begins her concession speech to supporters in New York.

Trump updates his Twitter bio to 'President-elect of the United States'.

House Speaker Paul Ryan on Donald Trump's win - "He just earned a mandate."

House Speaker Paul Ryan says Donald Trump "turned politics on its head," promises "hand-in-hand" work on GOP agenda, as per AP.

Clinton wins Minnesota.

US stocks are set to welcome President-elect Trump with sharp declines but not the crash that many feared, reports CNN.

Congress president Sonia Gandhi and party VP Rahul congratulate Trump.

Congress President Smt Sonia Gandhi has congratulated Mr. Donald J Trump on being elected as the 45th President of United States of America

— INC India (@INCIndia) November 9, 2016

Wishing Mr Trump a great tenure at the oval office, she hoped relationship between India & USA is further strengthened during his Presidency

— INC India (@INCIndia) November 9, 2016

UN counts on Trump to combat climate change, advance rights, says Ban Ki-moon.

Conciliatory comments from Trump in the aftermath of his victory over Clinton helped global stock markets and the dollar trim their hefty losses today.

Though uncertainty remains over Trump's trade, immigration and geopolitical policies, investors appeared somewhat soothed by his victory speech, in which he praised Clinton and urged Americans to "come together as one united people" after a deeply divisive campaign.

In Europe, Germany's DAX was down 0.9 per cent at 10,384 while the FTSE 100 index of leading British shares was 0.2 per cent lower at 6,832.

US stocks are expected to open lower, too, though by far less than earlier predicted. Dow futures are 1.3 per cent lower at 18,057 while the broader S&P 500 futures were down 1.5 per cent at 2,103.

Also Read - Obama calls Trump, invites the President-elect to White House

I am very happy with our Melania Trump becoming the First Lady of the United States, says Slovenian PM Miro Cerar (CNN reports).  

EU foreign ministers to meet Sunday after Trump election, as per Germany.

Obama invites the President-elect Trump to meet him at the White House tomorrow to discuss the presidential transition.

Trump campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said Obama called Trump while he was speaking to his supporters in New York, and so Trump called him back after he left the stage.

She said the two leaders had a 'very nice talk', as per PTI.

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US President Barack Obama calls Trump to offer congratulations on election victory, as per Associated Press. 

Trump tweets first time since becoming President-elect:

Such a beautiful and important evening! The forgotten man and woman will never be forgotten again. We will all come together as never before

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 9, 2016

I congratulate Donald Trump on being elected the 45th President of the United States of America. pic.twitter.com/mD2lIn6L2k

— Benjamin Netanyahu (@netanyahu) November 9, 2016

German Chancellor Angela Merkel offers Trump 'close cooperation' based on common values, as per AFP.

Also Read - Full Text of Donald Trump's victory speech

Trump win cannot reverse nuclear deal, says Iran's Hassan Rouhani.

Trump's win 'opens period of uncertainty', says France's François Hollande.

Russia 'ready to do its part' to rebuild US ties with Trump, says Russian President Vladimir Putin.

I would like to congratulate Donald Trump on being elected the next President of the United States. Full statement: https://t.co/7W2feuodUE

— Theresa May (@theresa_may) November 9, 2016

I congratulate President-elect Donald Trump on an amazing victory in the decisive polls: Ted Cruz.

"I congratulate President-elect Trump on an amazing victory for the American worker," said @tedcruz. pic.twitter.com/ZdfHeFz7uR

— FOX Business (@FoxBusiness) November 9, 2016

Trump leads Clinton among men 53% to 41%, as per Fox News.

Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton among white Evangelical voters 81% to 16%, says Fox News.

Captured moments when American voters found out Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election; WATCH

We captured moments across the country when voters found out Donald Trump won the 2016 presidential election. ElectionNight pic.twitter.com/2dvqVpsGeN

— New York Times Video (@nytvideo) November 9, 2016

Hispanic voters made up 11% of voters nationwide, just 1 point higher than in 2, says NYT.

Marine Le Pen, an anti-immigrant nationalist leader in France, cheered Donald Trump's victory, reports NYT.

Shea-Porter elected to US House in New Hampshire, Lewis elected to US House in Minnesota, Rosen elected to US House in Nevada, says AP. 

Latest electoral vote count - Donald Trump leads Hillary Clinton 274 to 218, reports Fox News. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulates Trump, hopes for 'constructive dialogue'.

Also Read: Putin congratulates Trump, hopes for 'constructive dialogue'

We look forward to working with you (Donald Trump) closely to take India-US bilateral ties to a new height: PM Modi

We appreciate the friendship you (Donald Trump) have articulated towards India during your campaign: PM Modi

Congratulations @realDonaldTrump on being elected as the 45th US President.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 9, 2016

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Donald Trump on being elected as the 45th US President.

Trump won with 289 electoral votes compared to 218 for Clinton, according to CNN projections.

Trump won with 289 electoral votes compared to 218 for Clinton, according to CNN projections.

Donald Trump is set to take the oath of office on January 20, 2017, reports NYT

I love this country, says Trump before concluding his victory speech.

While the campaign is over, our work on this movement is really just beginning, says Trump

I promise you that I will not let you down: Trump

Law enforcement in New York City... These are spectacular people: Trump

I want to thank the Secret Service: Trump

Kellyanne, Chris, Rudy, Steve and David - we have got tremendously talented people up here: Trump.

This political stuff is nasty and it's tough: Trump

First, I want to thank my parents... I learned so much from them: Trump.

We will seek common ground, not hostility; partnership, not conflict: Trump.

America will no longer settle for anything less than the best. We must reclaim our country's destiny: Trump

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We have a great economic plan. We will double our growth and have the strongest economy anywhere in the world: Trump

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We will also finally take care of our great veterans: Trump.

The forgotten men and women of our country will be forgotten no longer: Trump

Every single American will have the opportunity to realize his or her fullest potential: Trump

It's a movement comprised of Americans from all races, religions, backgrounds, and beliefs, says Trump.

Ours was not a campaign but rather an incredible and great movement made up of millions of hard working men and women: Trump.

I pledge to every citizen of our land that I will be President for all Americans, and this is so important to me: Trump

It's time for us to come together as one united people: Trump.

"It's time for us to come together as one united people: Trump.

I pledge that I will be President for all Americans, Donald Trump in victory speech. 

We owe her a major debt of gratitude for her service to our country. Now it's time for America to bind the wounds of division: Trump.

I just received a call from Secretary Clinton. She congratulated us - it's about us... and I congratulated her and her family: Trump

President-elect Donald Trump arrives on stage to address his supporters. 

I will have the privilege to serve as your vice president of the United States of America: Pemce

This is historic night. The American people have elected Donald Trump after a heated campaign. I am deeply thankful to the people of America: Mike Pence

Democrat Hillary Clinton has called Donald Trump to concede the race, reports CNN.

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Donald Trump expected to speak to overjoyed supporters at his campaign HQ in NY.

Donald Trump elected President of the United States of America, claims AP.

Donald Trump will win Wisconsin’s 10 electoral votes, projects CNN. 

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I am so proud to be a Hillary supporter, I hope that America has yet not rejected the idea of woman being a president, says an emotion Clinton supporter.

I am so proud to be a Hillary supporter, I hope that America has yet not rejected the idea of woman being a president: Hillary's supporter pic.twitter.com/Zz0o2IRWNF

— ANI (@ANI_news) November 9, 2016

Donald Trump maintains massive lead, leads Hillary Clinton 265-218, claims NYT.  

Emotional scenes as Democrat supporters start leaving Convention Centre.

“She has done an amazing job, and she is not done yet,” John Podesta. WATCH  

Hillary Clinton campaign chair John Podesta: "We're not going to have anything more to say tonight" #ElectionNight https://t.co/z3S9VDiABA

— CNN (@CNN) November 9, 2016

We're not going to have "anything more to say tonight": John Podesta, Clinton's campaign chair.

For the Hillary Clinton camp it's all over as Donald Trump nears victory.

Hillary Clinton wins Maine, says NYT.

Very disappointed with the results, it is a major setback for democratic America: Hillary Clinton’s supporters.