United States has elected their 'Leader of the Free World'.
In an unexpected turn of events, the Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump became President-elect of the United States of America after defeating Democratic Party nominee Hillary Clinton in key states.
Wins in Florida, Ohio, Iowa and North Carolina put Trump in the lead. But wins in New Hampshire, Michigan and Wisconsin, states that were expected to go in Clinton's favour, secured the White House for Trump.
Here is a look at the event that has been at the centre of global media attention on Wednesday— the US Presidential Election 2016.
(With agency inputs)
1. A jubilant Trump family
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Republican president-elect Donald Trump walks on stage along with his son (L-R) Barron Trump, wife Melania Trump, Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump, Tiffany Trump, Vanessa Trump, Donald Trump Jr, and Eric Trump during his election night event at the New York Hilton Midtown in the early morning hours of November 9. Donald Trump defeated Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton to become the 45th President of the United States. (Photo courtesy - AFP)
2. Trump's acceptance speech
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President-elect Donald Trump gives his acceptance speech during his election night rally as he is surrounded by his family and Vice President-elect Mike Pence and his family. (Photo courtesy - PTI)
3. President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence
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President-elect Donald Trump, right, shakes hands with Vice President-elect Mike Pence during his election night rally. (Photo courtesy - PTI)
4. Devastated Democratic Party supporters
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Supporters of Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton react at her election night rally in Manhattan, New York.
A recent scandal of email dumps put the Clinton campaign under fire, even after she was exonerated of all allegations by the FBI.
(Photo courtesy - Reuters)
5. Unexpected Trump victory
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Supporters of US Independent presidential candidate Evan McMullin cheer him on at an election night party on November 8, 2016 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Republican candidate Donald Trump was declared the winner in Utah late in the evening.
(Photo courtesy - AFP)
6. In support of Clinton
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People watch elections results during election night at the Jacob K Javits Convention Center in New York where Clinton was to make an appearance if she had won.
Donald Trump stunned the world on Tuesday by defeating heavily favored Hillary Clinton in the race for the White House, ending eight years of Democratic rule and sending the United States on a new, uncertain path. A wealthy real-estate developer and former reality TV host, Trump rode a wave of anger toward Washington insiders to defeat Clinton, whose gold-plated establishment resume includes stints as a first lady, US Senator and Secretary of State.
(Photo courtesy - AFP)
7. GOP's Paul Ryan with his wife Janna
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With his wife Janna by his side Speaker of the US House of Representatives Paul Ryan of the Republican Party, greets supporters at an election-night rally in Janesville, Wisconsin. Ryan said recently that he would like to remain in his current position as House speaker.
Donald Trump won the 10 electoral votes in Wisconsin, which was considered as one of the determining states for the election.
(Photo courtesy - AFP)
8. Trump supporters revel
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Supporters for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump react as early results come in at a Republican election night party, in Phoenix.
The GOP won the race in the state of Arizona. Surviving one of the most bruising election seasons of his long political career, Senator John McCain has secured a sixth term for representing Arizona in Washington by fending off a challenge from his Democratic rival, Representative Ann Kirkpatrick.
(Photo courtesy - PTI)
9. North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory
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North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory waves goodbye to supporters after announcing that the election results of his contest against Democratic challenger Roy Cooper will be contested, in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Donald Trump won the 15 electoral votes at the pivotal swing state of North Carolina.
(Photo courtesy - Reuters)
10. Celebrating Florida and Ohio
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Supporters of US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump celebrate the results from Ohio and Florida at his election night rally in Manhattan, New York.
Both Ohio and Florida were pivotal swing states for the election. Trump won 18 electoral votes in Ohio and 29 in Florida, which were absolutely essential for him in order to win the election.
(Photo courtesy - Reuters)
11. In mourning
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Guests react to election results as they appear on a large television monitor during Hillary Clinton's election night rally in the Jacob Javits Center glass enclosed lobby in New York.
Trump's win raises a host of questions for the United States at home and abroad. Both candidates, albeit Trump more than Clinton, had historically low popularity ratings in an election that many voters characterised as a choice between two unpleasant alternatives.
(Photo courtesy - PTI)
12. Vice President-elect Mike Pence and wife Karen
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Vice President-elect Mike Pence and his wife Karen greet supporters during a rally for Donald Trump in Manhattan.
"This is a historic night. The American people have spoken and the American people have chosen their champion. The American people have chosen a president," VP Pence said. "His leadership and vision would make America Great," Pence added while introducing President-elect Trump.
(Photo courtesy - Reuters)
13. President-elect Donald Trump
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Republican president-elect Donald Trump acknowledges the crowd during his election night event.
Stating that it was the time for US to come together and not be divided, he also mentioned his opponent Hillary Clinton. Trump said he received a call from Clinton, who congratulated him on the victory. "And I congratulated her on her hard campaign. We owe her a major debt of gratitude to the country," he said.
(Photo courtesy - AFP)
