Trump News for Friday, August 23, 2024
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Current US Domestic News Highlights
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This summary provides an overview of key US domestic news: RFK Jr. ends his presidential campaign to endorse Trump, legal updates on the Breonna Taylor case, Texas challenges Biden's new immigration program, Steve Bannon faces a criminal trial, FBI investigates an attack on a Sikh separatist, a Memphis officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols' death, and other notable headlines.
Aug 23, 2024, 11:54 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s endorsement of Donald Trump is another bizarre twist, but the political consequences may be minimal
The Globe and Mail
As Kennedy’s support has shrunk over the past several months, many of his onetime supporters abandoned him when Biden left the presidential race
Aug 23, 2024, 11:38 PM
Iranian Hackers Target WhatsApp Accounts in U.S. Political Interference Effort
Devdiscourse
An Iranian hacking group targeted WhatsApp accounts of staffers in Biden and Trump administrations, posing as tech support from companies like Microsoft and Google, Meta Platforms revealed. This cyberattack was part of broader Iranian efforts to interfere with U.S. elections, polarize voters, and oppose candidates unfavorable to Iran.
Aug 23, 2024, 11:20 PM
Foo Fighters say Donald Trump did not have permission to use My Hero at rally
BreakingNews.ie
The US rockers’ hit song was played at an Arizona election campaign event on Friday.
Aug 23, 2024, 11:00 PM
Foos say Trump did not have permission to use song
RTE.ie
Foo Fighters are the latest artists to have had their music used by Donald Trump for his presidential election campaign without their permission.
Aug 23, 2024, 11:00 PM
Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of Biden, Trump staffers
BreakingNews.ie
Iran has vowed revenge against Mr Trump.
Aug 23, 2024, 11:00 PM
Steve Bannon to Stand Trial Over 'We Build the Wall' Fraud Allegations
Devdiscourse
Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon must face a trial in New York for criminal-fraud charges related to the 'We Build the Wall' fundraising campaign. A judge rejected his motion to dismiss the charges, and the trial is set for Dec. 9. Bannon, currently in federal prison for defying a congressional subpoena, pleaded not guilty.
Aug 23, 2024, 10:40 PM
Trump will soon be free to tank his own stock
Yahoo Finance
Trump owns about 59% of Trump Media, which is the parent company of his social media platform, Truth Social.
Aug 23, 2024, 10:21 PM
Kamala Harris wants to break through the 'hardest glass ceiling' to defeat Trump. Democrats know it won't be easy
ABC News
Harris doesn't have time to mess around. Biden's last-minute withdrawal from the race has left her with a very limited window to sell herself to undecided voters. It also leaves less time to rebound from any stumbles.
Aug 23, 2024, 10:03 PM
Trump Proposes Tax-Free Tips in Las Vegas Amid Harris' Campaign Surge
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Donald Trump announced plans to eliminate taxes on tips during a Las Vegas stop, attempting to shift focus from personal attacks on opponent Kamala Harris. His new policy aims to appeal to Hispanic voters in Nevada. Despite this, Harris continues to gain attention and leads in key battleground states.
Aug 23, 2024, 9:58 PM
RFK Jr. pitches himself to join Trump administration as chronic disease czar
Washington Examiner
RFK Jr. is selling himself to be Trump's chief adviser in chronic diseases if Trump wins the White House
Aug 23, 2024, 9:56 PM
Cheryl Hines comments on husband RFK Jr.’s decision to drop out, doesn’t mention his Trump endorsement
Cable News Network
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” star Cheryl Hines said her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presidential campaign has been an “eye-opening, transformative and endearing journey” in a statement shared on social media on Friday.
Aug 23, 2024, 9:41 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Suspends Presidential Campaign, Endorses Trump
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. halted his independent presidential bid and endorsed Donald Trump, citing internal polls showing his campaign could harm Trump and benefit Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Kennedy's move, driven by issues like free speech and the Ukraine war, has caused tension within his famed political family.
Aug 23, 2024, 9:23 PM
Robert F Kennedy Jr suspends US presidential campaign, endorses Republican candidate Donald Trump
7NEWS.com.au
The independent candidate, who comes from a line of famous Democrats, has endorsed the Republican candidate.
Aug 23, 2024, 9:16 PM
'Extremely worried': Trump camp pushes to disavow Project 2025 in flyer circulating in PA
Raw Story
During the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, a variety of speakers attacked Donald Trump over Project 2025 — the Heritage Foundation's 900-plus-page blueprint for a second Trump administration.Trump has been making a concerted effort to distance himself from Project 2025, but many DNC ...
Aug 23, 2024, 8:50 PM
Trump team expects Kamala Harris to get only a temporary convention bump
NBC News
Trump’s campaign is expecting that Kamala Harris will get a “bump” coming out of the Democratic National Convention but generally does not see it changing the overall trajectory of the race.
Aug 23, 2024, 8:40 PM
At least 5 Secret Service agents have been placed on modified duty after Trump assassination attempt
The Globe and Mail
Multiple investigations have been launched as officials probe a complicated law enforcement failure that allowed a man with an AR-style rifle to get close enough to shoot and injure Trump at the rally
Aug 23, 2024, 8:38 PM
Meta says Iranian group tried to target Donald Trump, Joe Biden officials’ WhatsApp accounts
The Globe and Mail
Meta attributed the activity to APT42, a hacking group widely believed to be associated with an intelligence division inside Iran’s military that is known for placing surveillance software on the mobile phones of its victims
Aug 23, 2024, 8:30 PM
'A sad ending to a sad story': Kennedy family criticises RFK Jr after he endorses Trump
Sky News
Robert F Kennedy, nephew of assassinated former president JFK Kennedy and the son of Bobby Kennedy, who was killed while running for the White House, has thrown his support behind Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Aug 23, 2024, 8:09 PM
Meta Uncovers Iranian Hackers' Attempts to Breach WhatsApp Accounts of U.S. Officials
Devdiscourse
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has identified attempts by an Iranian hacker group, APT42, to breach WhatsApp accounts of U.S. officials from the Biden and Trump administrations. The hackers posed as technical support and targeted political, diplomatic, and business figures across several countries.
Aug 23, 2024, 8:00 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Ends Campaign, Endorses Donald Trump
Devdiscourse
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ended his campaign and endorsed Donald Trump. Despite initially challenging Biden as a Democrat, Kennedy switched to an independent run. His support dipped following rapid political changes, leading him to endorse Trump, hoping for potential roles in a Trump administration.
Aug 23, 2024, 7:58 PM
Right to enjoy property doesn't trump freedom of expression: 'Freedom Convoy' defence
CP24 Toronto
The lawyer for "Freedom Convoy" organizer Tamara Lich is arguing that a person's right to freedom of expression is not trumped by another's right to the enjoyment of property.
Aug 23, 2024, 7:58 PM
Kamala Harris’s speech triggered a vintage Trump meltdown
Vox.com
The Republican presidential candidate seemed perplexed last night. Has Harris figured out how to stump Trump?
Aug 23, 2024, 7:50 PM
RFK Jr voters on ‘frustrating’ suspension of campaign: ‘He’s playing politics’
The Guardian
Kennedy supporters bitterly disappointed as independent props up two-party system by endorsing Donald Trump
Aug 23, 2024, 7:47 PM