Celebrities, activists, politicians and foreign leaders took to social media on Saturday morning to congratulate Democrat Joe Biden on beating Donald Trump to become the 46th president of the United States.
The 77-year-old Biden surpassed the 270 electoral vote threshold to take the White House after more than three days of uncertainty as election officials sorted through a surge of mail-in votes that delayed the processing of some ballots.
He becomes the oldest president-elect and brings with him a history-making vice president-elect in Kamala Harris, the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to serve in the nation's second-highest office.
Take a look at the social media reaction to their victory:
Congratulations to my friends, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris — our next President and Vice President of the United States. pic.twitter.com/febgqxUi1y
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) November 7, 2020
I’m beyond thrilled that my friend @JoeBiden and our first Black and Indian-American woman Vice President, @KamalaHarris, are headed to restore some dignity, competence, and heart at the White House. Our country sorely needs it. pic.twitter.com/yXqQ3tYRoa
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) November 7, 2020
Congratulations, Mr. President-Elect! Georgians look forward to adding our votes to the total once all voices are heard — and together, we will restore the soul of this nation. https://t.co/rTuDUJtZaO
— Stacey Abrams (@staceyabrams) November 7, 2020
The voters have spoken, and they have chosen @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris to be our next president and vice president.
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 7, 2020
It's a history-making ticket, a repudiation of Trump, and a new page for America.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this happen. Onward, together. pic.twitter.com/YlDY9TJONs
Ann and I extend our congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. We know both of them as people of good will and admirable character. We pray that God may bless them in the days and years ahead.
— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) November 7, 2020
Congratulations to President-elect Biden. I have prayed for our President most of my adult life. I will be praying for you and your success. Now is the time to heal deep wounds. Many are counting on you to lead the way.
— Jeb Bush (@JebBush) November 7, 2020
Congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden & Vice President-elect Kamala Harris!
— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) November 7, 2020
The people have spoken! Thank you to everyone who used your vote and your voice to make history. PRESIDENT Joe Biden and VICE PRESIDENT Kamala Harris pic.twitter.com/EdWQc5rpYD
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) November 7, 2020
— LeBron James (@KingJames) November 7, 2020
Congratulations, @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. Our two countries are close friends, partners, and allies. We share a relationship that’s unique on the world stage. I’m really looking forward to working together and building on that with you both.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 7, 2020
I want to congratulate the new President Elect of the USA @JoeBiden Joe Biden has been a true friend of this nation throughout his life and I look forward to working with him in the years ahead. I also look forward to welcoming him back home when the circumstances allow! 🇮🇪 🇺🇸
— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) November 7, 2020
Congratulations from 🏴 to President-Elect Joe Biden and to history-making Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris 🇺🇸
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) November 7, 2020
YASSSSSSS!! CONGRATS PRESIDENT BIDEN!! pic.twitter.com/xzxUdXhOUt
— Leslie Jones 🦋 (@Lesdoggg) November 7, 2020
I feel like our ancestors are rejoicing.
— Cory Booker (@CoryBooker) November 7, 2020
For the first time, a Black and South Asian woman has been elected Vice President of the United States.
My sister has made history and blazed a trail for future generations to follow.
We love you, @KamalaHarris.
— Senator Joe Manchin (@Sen_JoeManchin) November 7, 2020
Joe Biden will be the next President of the United States.
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) November 7, 2020
Kamala Harris will be the next Vice President of the United States.
And they will be a great President and a great Vice President for all Americans.
Congratulations to our next president, Joseph R. Biden, Jr. pic.twitter.com/1FA54znuuL
— Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) November 7, 2020
Thank God. https://t.co/JNfjiEEQs9
— Rep. Joe Kennedy III (@RepJoeKennedy) November 7, 2020
We kept the republic! Congratulations to Joe Biden on his victory for the soul of our country. Congratulations to Kamala Harris for making history. It’s a time to heal and a time to grow together. E Pluribus Unum.
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) November 7, 2020
Congratulations to @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris! It's time to come together as one country, and create a better future for all our children.
— Reverend Raphael Warnock (@ReverendWarnock) November 7, 2020
Love will always win.
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 https://t.co/8eqSwp8iiv
— Eva Longoria Baston (@EvaLongoria) November 7, 2020
A big congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. We have a lot of work ahead of us to contain this pandemic and build back better — and I know Joe and Kamala will work hard to unite our country as we confront these challenges.
— Sen. Maggie Hassan (@SenatorHassan) November 7, 2020
President-elect Joseph R. Biden. pic.twitter.com/1ntDmFgRCQ
— Jeffrey Vote Out This Gameshow Clown Wright (@jfreewright) November 7, 2020
Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris on your well-deserved win.
— Sadiq Khan (@SadiqKhan) November 7, 2020
London looks forward to working with you — it's time to get back to building bridges, not walls. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/oZoCDvtT9v
CNN JUST CALLED IT
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) November 7, 2020
JOE BIDEN AND KAMALA HARRIS ARE THE NEW PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!
Trump is nothing. Nothing at all.
I congratulate @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris on their historic win. I look forward to working with the Biden administration to help Nevada — the State hit hardest by both #COVID19 and climate change.
— Governor Sisolak (@GovSisolak) November 7, 2020
We can now say President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-Elect @KamalaHarris! The American people have spoken.
— Amy Klobuchar (@amyklobuchar) November 7, 2020
It is time to unite this country and get to work!
Joe Biden’s story is one of loss, perseverance and human decency.
— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) November 7, 2020
His victory, and Kamala’s, shows that in America, those qualities still matter.
That right still matters. Truth still matters. And decency still matters.
Rebuilding won't be quick or easy.
Let’s get to work.
President-Elect @JoeBiden and Vice President-Elect @KamalaHarris! That feels so good to say.
— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) November 7, 2020
Americans chose Joe and Kamala to lead us forward with purpose and moral clarity.
We’ve got a lot to do. Let's get to work.
Read my full statement:https://t.co/annliUc40D
It’s official! Congratulations President Elect @JoeBiden & Vice President Elect @KamalaHarris.
— Ayanna Pressley (@AyannaPressley) November 7, 2020
You have made history and now, together, we’re ready to make change. Now is the time for bold, people powered policies. Let’s get to work and build a more just America.
Congratulations to President-Elect Biden and Vice President-Elect Harris! Thank you for choosing to serve your country during these challenging times. pic.twitter.com/PEEPFexKFF
— John Legend (@johnlegend) November 7, 2020
Not a crier but I lowkey shed a tear, we won’t let hate win! When we show up for each other we win! There’s SO much work to be done but I believe we are willing to show up for each other! Let’s keep being loud & strong. Now the real work begins! Big congrats to @KamalaHarris 😭💥
— Alicia Keys (@aliciakeys) November 7, 2020
Welcome back America ! Félicitations à @JoeBiden et @KamalaHarris pour cette élection ! Alors que nous allons célébrer les 5 ans de l’Accord de Paris, cette victoire est un beau symbole pour plus que jamais agir ensemble face à l’urgence climatique. 🇺🇸 #Election2020
— Anne Hidalgo (@Anne_Hidalgo) November 7, 2020
Congratulations @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris pic.twitter.com/xrpE99W4c4
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) November 7, 2020
Congratulations to my good friend and friend οf #Cyprus #US President-Elect @JoeBiden. My best wishes for a most successful and productive term in office. I look forward to work closely with you in order to enhance the relations between our two countries. #Election2020
— Nicos Anastasiades (@AnastasiadesCY) November 7, 2020
🇨🇾🇺🇲 pic.twitter.com/YNOrKTtpQm
#JUSTICE https://t.co/SGHcpVat13
— The Exonerated 5 (@santanaraymond) November 7, 2020
Chancellor #Merkel congratulates @JoeBiden and @KamalaHarris. #Election2020 pic.twitter.com/A9Vwy1XYAR
— Steffen Seibert (@RegSprecher) November 7, 2020
