In a dramatic turn of events during the recent U.S. presidential election, Vice President and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has yet to formally concede after Republican nominee Donald Trump was declared the winner early Wednesday morning. The Associated Press announced that Trump had surpassed the crucial 270 electoral votes needed for victory, sparking widespread reactions from both supporters and opponents.

Harris was at Howard University in Washington, D.C. on election night, the very institution where she graduated in 1986. As the results unfolded, a gathering of her supporters watched the live broadcast, transitioning from hope to heartbreak as Trump's lead solidified. Many left the venue visibly distressed as they processed the implications of the results.

While Harris has not made a public concession, Democratic allies remain hopeful, as many votes in undecided states are still being tallied. "We still have votes to count, and states yet to be called," stated Senior Democratic aide Cedric Richmond during a live event. "You won’t hear from the Vice President tonight, but she will address her supporters and the nation tomorrow."

As the morning sun rose following the election, sources indicated that Harris might prepare to deliver a concession speech around 6 p.m. ET, with an official announcement expected from her camp shortly thereafter. Historically, a concession speech serves to signify a peaceful transition of power and provide clarity to voters, though it remains unofficial and not mandated by law.

Celebrity figures reacted strongly to the election outcome, with actress Christina Applegate voicing her dismay on social media. She urged her followers to disengage if they supported a candidate against women’s and disability rights — issues she fiercely advocates for, especially after her own battle with multiple sclerosis. Other celebrities, including Lili Reinhart and Sophia Bush, expressed their heartbreak over the election results, while rapper Cardi B, who had recently supported Harris, took to Instagram to vent her frustrations.

As political analysts speculate about the ramifications of Trump's victory and what it means for the future of the Democratic Party, the nation holds its breath for when Harris will formally respond or transition from the election campaign to the next chapter of her political journey.