In Washington, D.C., there’s an atmosphere of defeat among Democrats, while Republicans are celebrating in Palm Beach. At 2:30 a.m. Eastern Time (8:30 a.m. German time), Donald Trump addressed his supporters in his home state of Florida. Surrounded by family and supporters, Trump declared victory after CNN called the critical swing state of Pennsylvania in his favor. His long-time ally, Fox News, had already announced him as the victor.