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2020 CE The modern era Politics & power

Joe Biden Elected

Biden won in Nov 2020.

Setting the scene

Joe Biden was elected president November 3, 2020, defeating Donald Trump with 306 electoral votes and 81 million popular votes, the most ever. The election occurred during COVID-19, with record mail-in voting.

What happened

Trump refused to concede, claiming fraud, leading to the January 6 Capitol attack. Biden was inaugurated January 20, 2021, at age 78, the oldest president.

Why it still matters

The election demonstrated democratic resilience amid polarization and misinformation.

Background

Trump refused to concede promptly.

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