And in the end, The Donald won. Forget suspense, days of counting, accusations of fraud, and the bureaucracy of democracy. He won clearly and immediately, all night long. He won in almost all the critical swing states; he took the super-contested and symbolic Pennsylvania, where both candidates had poured energy and money. Politically and definitively, Trump won—without ifs or buts. Harris and her Democratic supporters have been silenced. Trump, on the other hand, is speaking up, promising a new golden age for America.

As we speak, the entire troop of professional thinkers is already changing its tune, even in Italy. The tone has shifted from the possible triumph of the progressive illusion to the brutal calculation of its consequences, both economically and in foreign policy. The paranoia and complaints from the politically correct crowd are already starting. Meanwhile, European chancelleries are revisiting alliances and using more measured language—no longer labeling Trump as a narcissistic, arrogant, crazy billionaire. This man, twice now, has tapped into the deep soul of the United States, which isn’t found in the refined living rooms of central Rome and Milan, nor in the elite circles of the East Coast metropolises or the glittering, thorny Hollywood hills.

Elon Musk, with his wealth and vision, had more influence on public perception by constantly calling him a fascist—him, Trump, and strangely enough, Meloni as well. They are here to govern, and for a long time. People, both in America and here, have simple needs, especially economic ones. They don’t want a third world war or unrestrained immigration that overwhelms every sense of identity.

However it goes, Trump is heading to the White House, and the scriptwriters at Netflix may need to rewrite their plots.

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In an outstanding Champions League performance, AC Milan conquered the Santiago Bernabeu last night, securing a critical victory as the group stage reaches its halfway point. The Rossoneri took an early lead in the 12th minute with a goal by Thiaw and showed resilience when Vinicius equalized for Real Madrid on a penalty, momentarily tipping momentum towards the Spanish side. Just before halftime, former Real player Alvaro Morata restored Milan’s lead. In the second half, manager Fonseca’s tactical mastery was on full display as Milan’s midfield effectively contained Bellingham and the Madrid offense, defending their lead while capitalizing on counterattacks. Reijnders capped off the night with a brilliant goal in the 78th minute, sealing a 3-1 victory for Milan.

Meanwhile, Juventus, under coach Motta, managed a draw at Lille. Vlahovic converted a penalty to level the score after Lille’s star striker Jonathan David initially put the hosts ahead. This result spared Juventus from a second consecutive defeat.

Bologna, however, wasn’t able to avoid a home loss against Monaco. Despite a valiant effort, they were defeated by a late goal from Keher in the 86th minute. Bologna has now played four Champions League games without finding the net even once, adding pressure on coach Italiano.

In other notable results, Manchester City suffered a surprising 4-1 defeat to Sporting Lisbon. Though City took an early lead with Foden’s goal in the 4th minute, Sporting responded in spectacular fashion, driven by a stellar performance from Gyokeres, who netted a hat-trick. Haaland missed a penalty at 3-1, failing to close the gap and allowing Sporting to complete their remarkable comeback.

Tonight, Inter and Atalanta will take the field at 9 p.m. Italian time. Inter faces Arteta’s Arsenal, a formidable opponent despite recent struggles in the Premier League, while Atalanta travels to Stuttgart to continue their strong European campaign, buoyed by their recent emphatic victory over Serie A leaders Napoli at the Maradona stadium.

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Donald J. Trump secured a decidive victory in Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground state that was among the seven key swing states that ultimately determined the outcome of the 2024 presidential race. This win, combined with previous successes in Georgia and North Carolina, significantly bolstered Trump’s path to a return to the White House, effectively overturning the 2020 election result. The victory also shattered Kamala Harris’s so-called “blue wall” in the Great Lakes region, diminishing her hopes of becoming the first female U.S. president.

In a bold move, Trump declared himself the victor before final results were announced, addressing his supporters from Palm Beach, where he presented himself as the “elected president.” Accompanied by his wife Melania, their son Barron, and daughters from previous marriages, Trump entered the stage with an air of triumph. In his speech, he promised to end wars rather than start new ones and thanked his supporters for their role in making the campaign historic.

Meanwhile, Republicans gained further ground in the Senate, with key wins like Bernie Moreno’s defeat of Senator Sherrod Brown in Ohio and the replacement of independent Senator Joe Manchin by Republican Governor Jim Justice in West Virginia. These victories strengthened the GOP’s control, signaling a shift in the nation’s political landscape. However, the election was not without incident, as bomb threats targeted several polling stations in Democratic-leaning areas in Georgia, Arizona, and Michigan. Though no injuries occurred, some polling stations extended their hours to accommodate voters.

In New York, which represents 28 electoral votes, Democrats claimed victory with around 55% of the vote. Despite setbacks in the Senate, the Democratic Party celebrated significant milestones, including the election of two African American women, Lisa Blunt Rochester and Angela Alsobrooks, to the Senate. Additionally, Sarah McBride made history as the first transgender person elected to the House of Representatives, marking a moment of progress for the party.

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