In a crucial victory for Republicans, Donald Trump has won North Carolina, a battleground state long considered essential to the party’s success in the presidential election. With over 95 percent of precincts reporting, Trump currently leads by approximately four percentage points, widening his margin slightly since election night. This victory gives Trump a significant boost in his bid for the presidency, as North Carolina holds 15 electoral votes. The state’s outcome was particularly important for the Republican Party, which has relied on its victories in battleground states like North Carolina to secure the presidency in recent elections.