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Donald Trump secures second term as US president, ushering in new era of uncertainty

By Shane Goldmacher and Lisa Lerer
New York Times·
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Donald Trump secures second term as US president, ushering in new era of uncertainty
Donald Trump secures second term as US president, ushering in new era of uncertainty

He played on fears of immigrants and economic worries to defeat Vice President Kamala Harris. His victory signaled the advent of isolationism, sweeping tariffs and score settling.

Donald Trump rode a promise to smash the American status quo to win the presidency for a second time on Wednesday, surviving

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