FT:Â Donald Trump closes in on election victory after winning southern battlegrounds
Donald Trump has won Georgia and North Carolina, critical battleground states, giving him a strong lead in the electoral college and positioning him for a potential White House return. Trump's performance has energized global markets, boosting the dollar and bitcoin. Harris remains hopeful in Blue Wall states, but early victories for Republicans hint at an uphill battle.
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By James Politi and Lauren Fedor in Washington, Alex Rogers in Palm Beach and Aime Williams in Raleigh
Republican wins in swing states of Georgia and North Carolina help clear path for his return to White House
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