Mitt Romney has all but wrapped up the Republican nomination following victories in all five of Tuesday’s Northeastern primaries. Romney added to his delegate lead with victories in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Delaware. Romney’s main rival, Rick Santorum, bowed out of the race earlier this month, and the third-place challenger Newt Gingrich is expected to follow suit. Speaking in New Hampshire, Romney said the Republican primary contest has come to an end.

Mitt Romney: “After 43 primaries and caucuses, many long days and more than a few long nights, I can say with confidence, and gratitude, that you have given me a great honor and solemn responsibility, and together we are going to win on November 6th.”