Biden calls President-elect Trump to congratulate him on election win | 6 Nov 2024 | Joe Biden has called President-elect Trump to congratulate him on his election victory. Biden also invited him to the White House to discuss the transition. The White House said staff would coordinate a date "in the near future." Biden plans to address the nation on the election results, which will have sharp implications for his legacy, on Thursday. Biden also spoke with Kamala Harris to congratulate her on her campaign.