Former President George W. Bush made his first statement on the 2024 presidential campaign, offering congratulations to former President Donald Trump on his victory. In his statement, Bush acknowledged Trump's election as the 47th President of the United States, along with Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and their families.
Bush also expressed gratitude towards President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for their service, emphasizing the election's turnout as a positive indicator of the health of the republic and the strength of democratic institutions.
