BREAKING: “I no longer wish to be president,” says U.S. President-elect Donald Trump as he steps down after winning the 2024 presidential election.

In an unexpected turn of events, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he will not assume office after securing victory in the 2024 presidential election. The former president, who defeated incumbent Joe Biden in a highly contested race, declared, “I no longer wish to be president,” citing personal reasons for his decision to step down.

The announcement sent shockwaves through the nation and has left many political analysts puzzled. Trump, who previously served as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021, had campaigned vigorously throughout the election, promising a return to the White House. His decision to forgo the presidency has raised questions about the future of American leadership.

Sources close to the Trump campaign have said that the decision was not made lightly and that the former president is focused on other ventures. “Donald Trump has always been a man of his word, and while he achieved victory, he believes that stepping down will allow for a smoother transition of power and give him the opportunity to focus on his personal and business endeavors,” one insider stated.

The announcement has left the nation in suspense as Vice President-elect, who ran on the same ticket, is expected to step in as the new leader. Political commentators are speculating about the process that will follow in the wake of Trump’s decision. The U.S. Constitution outlines that in the event of a president-elect stepping down before inauguration, the vice president-elect assumes the role of president.

The news has sparked a wave of reactions from both supporters and critics of Trump. Some are expressing confusion and frustration, while others are praising his decision to prioritize his personal life. The White House has yet to comment on the development, and officials are working to clarify the next steps in the transition process.

With the inauguration scheduled for January, the nation now faces an unprecedented political moment. The eyes of the world will be on Washington in the coming weeks as the 2024 presidential election’s final outcome continues to unfold.