He also offered words of wisdom and comfort for those upset with the result of the election and reassurances that democracy will remain intact under a Trump presidency.
WASHINGTON:
In a speech from the White House on Thursday, President Joe Biden said that he has spoken with President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on his election win and to ensure that a peaceful transfer of power will occur when he takes office on Jan. 20.
“I assured him that I would direct my entire administration to work with his team to ensure a peaceful and orderly transition. That’s what the American people deserve,” Biden said.
On Tuesday, Trump handily won the presidency with Wisconsin pushing him over 270 electoral vote threshold. Biden said in his speech that he also spoke with Harris after her defeat.
