“The wait is almost over. As the dust settles on the 2024 presidential election, the nation’s eyes are fixed on the outcome. Who will claim the top spot in the White House? The votes have been cast, the margins are razor-thin, and the drama is palpable. But one thing is certain: the journey to the finish line is far from over. In just a few short weeks, Congress will gather to certify the results of the 2024 election, bringing to a close the longest and most contentious presidential campaign in modern history. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process, exploring the timeline, the stakes, and what to expect in the days leading up to the historic vote. So, buckle up and get ready to ride the wave of democracy as we count down to Election Certification 2025 – when the fate of the presidency will be sealed once and for all.”
Security Measures in Place
The story of four years ago and the current state of affairs
The aftermath of the 2021 insurrection and its impact on security preparations
The role of the US Secret Service, D.C. Police, and the National Guard in securing the event
Heightened Security
The Secret Service is deploying agents and specialists from field offices across the country to supplement staffing.
D.C. Police will be fully activated beginning Sunday morning and are bringing in nearly 4,000 additional officers from across the country to assist with policing for the special events.
Enhanced Perimeter
The installation of fencing around the Capitol complex and its expected duration
The implications for public access and surrounding businesses
Fencing is installed around a perimeter that goes beyond the office buildings on both sides of the Capitol, and there’s an inner perimeter that surrounds the immediate Capitol complex.
The fencing was implemented for the first time after the 2021 insurrection and will be similar to what was installed for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress last summer.
The fencing on Capitol Hill and near the White House is expected to remain through February, sources told ABC News.
Preparations and Staffing
Capitol Police
Capitol Police has completed more than 100 recommendations its inspector general made after the Jan. 6 attack, including increasing staffing, training, and building a new intelligence operation.
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger told reporters, “The United States Capitol Police [are] better staffed, better trained, better equipped than ever before, to protect our Capitol and protect our Congress.”
D.C. National Guard
The D.C. National Guard confirmed to ABC News that it has been activated and will assist with events this month.
Some 500 members of the Guard are on standby for Jan. 6 and Carter’s funeral.
A request for 7,800 members of the military for Trump’s inauguration is pending approval.
Certification Process
Joint Session
The final step before the presidential inauguration
The process of counting electoral certifications from the states and certifying the results
The timeline for the certification process and any potential disruptions
Potential Impact of Snow
Forecasted heavy snowfall and its potential impact on government operations
The preparedness of authorities for snow-related disruptions
The possibility of certification being delayed or postponed
Conclusion
As the 2024 election cycle comes to a close, Americans are eagerly awaiting the final confirmation of the results. On January 6, 2025, Congress will convene to certify the election, marking the beginning of a new era in American politics. Throughout this process, Morningpicker has provided in-depth coverage of the critical steps involved, from the Electoral College’s formal vote to the certification of the Electoral College votes by Congress.
To recap, the Electoral College will meet on December 14, 2024, to cast their votes for president and vice president. The votes will then be sent to the National Archives, where they will be authenticated and counted. Once the results are certified, the Electoral College’s formal vote will be transmitted to Congress, which will meet on January 4, 2025, to count the electoral votes.
On January 6, 2025, Congress will convene in a joint session to certify the results. The Vice President of the United States will pres