Before that, the color distinction would switch each presidential election cycle. Here's a look at how red and blue became the colors of the election and why it changed to signify certain parties.

The U.S., France, Chile and more all have this commonality: red, white and blue flags. Here's why, as explained by Ted Kaye of the North American Vexillological Association.

On Nov. 7, 2024, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump posted (archived) on Truth Social an image of a map showing American counties, each displaying either a red or blue color.

On Nov. 7, 2024, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump posted (archived) on Truth Social an image of a map showing American counties, each displaying either a red or blue color.