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Based on the article and numbers provided, Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election was quite narrow and not the overwhelming mandate he and his allies have portrayed. His margin of victory ranks just 44th out of the last 51 presidential elections, winning under 50% of the popular vote. Additionally, Republicans only hold a slim 221-214 majority in the House, the narrowest in the 50-state era. Four Democratic Senate candidates even won in states carried by Trump. With such tight margins across federal races, Trump lacks a strong mandate to enact his full policy agenda as easily claimed. His narrow path to victory undermines claims of a resounding endorsement from the electorate and highlights the need to govern with restraint rather than pushing radical changes. Proceeding cautiously and seeking compromise would be prudent given the lack of a clear mandate from voters.