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Five factors that could determine the 2024 GOP nominee

The 2024 presidential primaries are still more than a year away, but the race to become the Republican nominee is quickly becoming a volatile affair.  So far, only former President Trump has launched a campaign for the nomination, but most Republicans expect that to change soon. Even though he remains the ostensible leader of the GOP, he’s…

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Senate Republicans fear Trump repeat as 2024 field emerges

Senate Republicans are growing increasingly worried that a crowded 2024 presidential field could ease the path for former President Trump to once again clinch the party’s nomination.   The field isn’t crowded yet, but former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley’s announcement Tuesday that she will run for the GOP nomination is seen as a harbinger…

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Billionaire GOP donor endorses Haley, says Trump’s time has ‘come and gone’

Home Depot co-founder and billionaire Ken Langone put his support behind GOP hopeful Nikki Haley on Friday, calling her approach to the 2024 election “smart.” “I think she’s just what we need right now. I think her approach is smart. I think she’s clarified herself on some issues which is very important,” Langone, who is…

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Sununu expected to endorse Haley: Reports

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu is set to endorse Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley on Tuesday evening at her town hall event in Manchester, according to reports. Sununu’s potential endorsement is key in the early voting state, where Haley and other candidates have six weeks to catch up to former President Trump, who is the…

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Trump will cry fraud if he loses in early states, DeSantis warns

Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis offered a stinging rebuke of rival Donald Trump on Friday, arguing that Trump would attempt to "de-legitimize the results" if he loses in an early nominating state such as Iowa or New Hampshire next month.

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The race for ‘the big mo’

Joe Biden and Donald Trump are the frontrunners for the presidency. But it’s a long road to November and early momentum will be crucial.

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Trump, Biden on course for 2024 rematch few Americans want

The United States is barreling toward a 2024 rematch between President Biden and former President Trump that few Americans want to see. Biden has for months been hounded by questions about his age and voter concerns about whether he is up for another four years in the White House. The president would be 86 at…

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Trump's attempt to discredit ex-staffers' 'gotcha' attacks destroyed by columnist

Ronald Reagan famously joked that his "11th Commandment" was "Thou shalt not speak ill of another Republican.” But Donald Trump, in contrast, has never been one to cut his political foes any slack just because they're conservative. Many of the people Trump now rails against are conservative Republic...

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Democrats argue Biden is underestimated

Democrats are sounding off: President Biden is being underestimated. The president’s poor approval numbers, and polling showing him trailing former President Trump, his likely opponent in 2024, have created frustration and anxiety within the party, with some wondering if Biden is heading Democrats into a disastrous election that could cost them the White House and Senate.  But a number…

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Stefanik withdraws support from GOP candidate who criticized Trump

Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) withdrew her support from a former Ohio state lawmaker’s bid for Congress over his reported criticism of former President Trump. “Earlier this week, I informed Craig Riedel (OH-09) that I will be withdrawing my endorsement. I was very disappointed in his inappropriate comments regarding President Trump,” Stefanik wrote Thursday in a…

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Trump critic Chris Christie drops out of Republican race

Christie, 61, told a town hall event in New Hampshire that he no longer saw a path forward for his campaign, and repeated warnings about what would happen if Trump were to win the presidential election. "I am going to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump ever (to) be president of the United States again and that's more important than my own personal ambition," he said.

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Christie’s Good Deed for the GOP

Now the race to be the alternative to Trump boils down to Haley and DeSantis.

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Trump critic Christie drops out of Republican presidential race

Christie told a town hall event in New Hampshire that he no longer saw a path forward for his campaign, and repeated warnings about what would happen if Trump were to win the presidential election. "I am going to make sure that in no way do I enable Donald Trump ever (to) be president of the United States again and that's more important than my own personal ambition," he said.

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Haley and DeSantis Hunt for ‘Big Mo’

Donald Trump might win next week’s Iowa caucuses, but could a strong No. 2 pick up some momentum?

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DeSantis and Haley vie for second spot as Christie drops out

Chris Christie, a fierce Trump critic, announced an end to his campaign in New Hampshire, just hours before Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis were due to face off in a debate in Iowa.

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Watch: Former Gov. Chris Christie Drops Out of 2024 Presidential Race

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced he is suspending his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. At a town hall in Windham, N.H., Christie said making sure he doesn’t enable Donald Trump to be president again is more important than his own personal ambition. Robert F. Bukaty/AP

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Iowa governor says she’ll back Trump if he’s nominee

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) said on Monday that she would back former President Trump if he wins the GOP presidential nomination.  “I’ve made it clear that I will,” Reynolds, who’s supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, told Fox News’s Neil Cavuto when asked if she shared former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley’s view that she would…

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DeSantis says Trump taking Iowa ‘for granted,’ brushes off Rubio

Ron DeSantis on Monday slammed former President Trump for taking Iowa “for granted,” while brushing off Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.)’s endorsement of the former president shortly ahead of the Hawkeye State’s caucuses. DeSantis, in an interview with NewsNation’s “NewsNation Live with Marni Hughes,” contrasted his work on the campaign trail in Iowa with what he…

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Trump escalates attacks on Haley as he seeks New Hampshire knockout

Donald Trump is seeking to deliver a knockout blow to Nikki Haley in New Hampshire’s Republican primary, deploying racist dog whistles against the former South Carolina governor as the former president ramps up his campaign schedule and hammers his rival on the airwaves.

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Ron DeSantis ends 2024 campaign, endorses Trump over Haley as New Hampshire vote looms

"He has my endorsement because we can't go back to the old Republican guard of yesteryear: a re-packaged form of warmed-over corporatism that Nikki Haley represents," he said. Trump is holding a double-digit lead over Haley in New Hampshire, according to polls, and his campaign hopes a second consecutive win will make his eventual nomination all but inevitable.

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Trump declares ‘DeSanctimonious’ nickname ‘officially retired’

Former President Trump on Sunday said that his “DeSanctimonious” moniker for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is “officially retired” after the governor suspended his 2024 presidential bid earlier in the day. DeSantis announced Sunday that he was dropping out of the GOP presidential primary and endorsing Trump, who frequently clashed on the campaign trail, just days before the…

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House Freedom Caucus chair endorses Trump after DeSantis drops 2024 bid

House Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good (R-Va.) formally endorsed former President Trump’s campaign for president in 2024, just minutes after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) ended his presidential bid. “It is my privilege to provide my complete and total endorsement for Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States. President Trump was…

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Ron DeSantis drops out of 2024 election, leaving Haley to take on Trump

The winner of this year's Republican nominating contests will take on President Joe Biden, the likely Democratic nominee, in the general election in November. At a Haley campaign event in Seabrook, New Hampshire, as the state's voters prepare to head to the polls for the primary on Tuesday, the former South Carolina governor drew cheers when she announced that DeSantis had dropped out.

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Ron DeSantis drops out of presidential race, endorses Trump

Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed former President Donald Trump, who would often refer to him by the nicknames "Meatball Ron" and "Ron DeSanctimonious" on the campaign trail.

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A group text message, repeated phone calls. How Trump campaign solidified S.C. support

COLUMBIA, S.C. — When former S.C. Gov. Nikki Haley was about to take the stage for her Jan. 24 rally in North Charleston, former President Donald Trump’s campaign looked to make a statement about his popularity in the Palmetto State. About quarter past 7 p.m., a news release rolled out the latest se...

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Trump backs Sheehy in Montana Senate race

Former President Trump on Friday endorsed businessman Tim Sheehy in Montana’s closely watched Senate race, just hours after Montana Republican Rep. Matt Rosendale filed to join the primary.  Trump called Sheehy an “American Hero” and noted his support from the GOP Senate campaign arm and its chair, Montana Sen. Steve Daines — but he stopped…

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'Made her so much money'

"I signed and was responsible for the Music Modernization Act for Taylor Swift and all other Musical Artists. Joe Biden didn’t do anything for Taylor, and never will," Trump wrote on Truth Social.

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Haley goes on the attack after Trump mocks her deployed husband

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is hammering Donald Trump over his comments mocking the absence of her husband, who is deployed overseas, and using the former president’s remarks to highlight his long history of disparaging members of the military.

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Donald Trump will make campaign stop in Michigan this weekend

Former President Donald Trump will make his first Michigan campaign stop of the 2024 election year in Oakland County on Saturday. Trump's campaign announced the visit Monday. The Republican candidate will hold a "get out the vote" rally at 7 p.m. at a venue at the Oakland County International Airpor...

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Taylor Greene knocks GOP for losing Santos seat - and wants more pro-Trump candidates

WASHINGTON — Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) told Raw Story that the biggest mistake the Republican Party made was not choosing a candidate firmly behind former President Donald Trump to run in the New York Third District special election. Disgraced former Congressman George Santos (R-NY) was exp...

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Evening Report - GOP holdouts inch toward Trump

A quick recap of the day and what to look forward to tomorrow {beacon}    Evening Report   © The Hill After South Carolina win, Senate GOP holdouts move toward backing Trump TOP SENATE REPUBLICANS appear to be closing ranks around former President Trump, who has tightened his grip on the party ahead of a…

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MAGA candidate won't drop out of race after using slur against Special Olympics

J.R. Majewski won't be ending his Ohio congressional campaign after all.After reports earlier this week that the pro-Trump, QAnon-promoting candidate would drop out over his attack on Special Olympics athletes, Majewski put out a statement making clear he would in fact do no such thing."After carefu...

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Trump endorses Mace in South Carolina, touting lawmaker as ‘strong conservative voice’

Former President Trump officially announced he is backing Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) as she looks to win her reelection race in November.  In his post on TruthSocial where he shared the endorsement, Trump called her a “strong, conservative voice” who has worked “hard” to help Trump land his win in the South Carolina GOP primary. …

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UAW president doubles down on support for Biden after State of the Union shoutout

United Auto Workers (UAW) president Shawn Fain doubled down on his support for President Biden following a shout-out from the president in his State of the Union speech. “Joe Biden has a history of serving people, and standing with working-class people, and Donald Trump has a history of serving himself, and standing for the billionaire…

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No Labels lays out plan to pick presidential candidate

No Labels, the centrist group gunning for a third-party presidential bid, announced Thursday the process it plans to use to pick a presidential ticket.  The group voted last week to move forward with a “unity ticket,” even as the race solidifies into a general election rematch between former President Trump and President Biden, who have…

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Top House GOP campaigner urges candidates to ’embrace’ Trump

The leader of the House GOP campaign arm is urging his colleagues to “embrace” former President Trump, which he contends is a winning strategy across all districts.  Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.) is encouraging his conference colleagues to support Trump, the presumptive GOP nominee in 2024, in his push to regain the Oval Office and welcome…

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Israel to attend fresh Gaza ceasefire talks

Aid ship completes first delivery to Gaza; Ukraine hits Russian targets as presidential vote continues; Pence declines to endorse Trump. Follow updates here.

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Trump rallies voters in Ohio ahead of Senate GOP primary: Watch live

Former President Trump is set to speak in Dayton, Ohio, Saturday, at the Buckeye Values PAC Rally, backing GOP Ohio Senate Candidate Bernie Moreno in his primary race. On Friday, Moreno’s campaign said a former intern admitted to a “prank” after a report found his email account was linked to an adult website profile. Moreno…

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There's 'something deeper' behind Mike Pence ditching Trump: conservative Rick Wilson

It's a big deal for a former vice president to refuse to endorse their former president, especially when that ex-president is once again their shared party's nominee, and Mike Pence's decision to do so deserves some reflection, according to conservative Rick Wilson.Wilson, in a Substack published on...

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‘Better man than Joe Biden’

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday encouraged liberals to vote for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., arguing that the Independent presidential candidate is further...

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'He loves me': Marjorie Taylor Greene defends Trump relationship amid disagreement

While she sharpens the knives to possibly demote Speaker Mike Johnson from his post, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) gushed over her bond with former President Donald Trump. Boosting his MAGA profile on Friday by paying homage to the 45th president at Mar-a-Lago, Speaker Mike Johnson is navigat...

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Trump says embattled House Republican Speaker Johnson doing 'good job'

Donald Trump threw his support behind embattled U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson on Friday, seeking to demonstrate unity as Johnson struggles to quell dissent within his fractious Republican majority. "He's doing a really good job under very tough circumstances," Trump said at a press conference with Johnson at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.

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'What a disgrace': Political experts slam former Trump critic who now endorses him

Donald Trump recently got an endorsement from a GOP governor who was prior to that steadfastly opposed to the former president's new bid for high office, and the internet is mocking the New Hampshire official.New Hampshire Gov. Sununu (R), a former surrogate for Republican presidential candidate Nik...

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Tim Scott set to appear at event with major GOP donors

Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is expected to appear at a political event alongside several political mega-donors in June, as speculation swirls over whether he will be tapped as former President Trump’s running mate. Scott is a featured speaker at a Washington, D.C., event on June 19 that will raise money for Great Opportunity Policy Inc.,…

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Sen. Vance, on VP Shortlist, Joins Trump at Court

Memo to those in the race to be Donald Trump's running mate: A show of support in court might not hurt. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio turned up at the former president's hush-money...

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Nikki Haley says she 'will be voting for Trump'

Nikki Haley said Wednesday that she's planning to vote for Donald Trump in November, despite her criticism of him during the campaign for the GOP nomination.

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Biden and Harris launch Black voter outreach

President Joe Biden renewed his election-year pitch to Black voters on Wednesday, lashing out at Donald Trump’s “MAGA lies.”

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Trump's VP Race Heats Up: Top Contenders Under Scrutiny

Former President Donald Trump's campaign has begun vetting potential vice presidential candidates. Notable names include Doug Burgum, Marco Rubio, J.D. Vance, and Tim Scott. The list remains fluid, and Trump may wait until the Republican National Convention in July to announce his running mate.

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Trump campaign steps up vice presidential vetting efforts

Former President Donald Trump’s campaign has begun requesting information from his potential vice presidential candidates, sending vetting paperwork to a list of top contenders in recent weeks.

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Democrats Question Biden's 2024 Re-Election Bid Amid Debate Concerns

Some Democrats have started questioning President Joe Biden's re-election bid following his faltering debate performance against Donald Trump. With pressure mounting from donors and party members, Biden is set to meet with Democratic governors and Capitol Hill leaders to reassure them of his capability. A potential ABC interview may be crucial.

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Trump and the GOP cannot rest on their laurels

The GOP and Donald Trump may be well positioned to win in November, but with four months to go until Election Day, the party must take nothing for granted.

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Lara Trump backpedals on Fox News after Trump tries to weasel out of Harris debate

Republican National Committee co-chair Lara Trump said her father-in-law was willing to debate Vice President Kamala Harris "anytime, anywhere, anyplace" after the former president suggested he would back out of a planned showdown on ABC.After President Joe Biden announced that he would not be the D...

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Kamala Harris lashes out at Trump as Democrats unite

Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison said the Democratic Party will deliver a presidential nominee by 7 August and is committed to an "open and fair" nominating process.

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Kamala Harris Takes Lead Over Trump in First Campaign Rally as Presidential Candidate

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris launched her campaign against Donald Trump, emphasizing her background as a prosecutor and advocating for liberal priorities like abortion access and workers' union rights. A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Harris leading Trump by 2%. Biden's exit reshaped the race, energizing young voters and Democratic officials.

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Trump says Christians won't have to vote after election

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has told Christians that if they vote for him this November, "in four years, you don't have to vote again. We'll have it fixed so good, you're not gonna have to vote."

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'Pathetic': Ex-GOP lawmaker slams Republican governor for 'selling his soul' to Trump

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu (R) has been extremely critical of Donald Trump in the past, but on Sunday he downplayed the former president's recent remarks that Christians "won’t have to vote anymore" if Republicans win this election. That didn't sit well with former Tea Party Republican ...

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'Boooo': Trump enrages his own fans in swing state after issuing new endorsement

Donald Trump has infuriated his own base of support over the weekend. Late on Saturday, the former president made a move that has become familiar to him: he took to Truth Social to announce a new political endorsement. What he probably didn't expect, was the outrage that followed after he anno...

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Trump launches ad blitz to try to slow Harris surge

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign will launch a $10 million advertising blitz in six battleground states this week as it tries to counter a surge of voter enthusiasm and donations for his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. It is Trump's biggest ad buy since January, when he was fighting off Republican rivals for the party's nomination.

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Kamala Harris Nears Decision on Vice Presidential Pick

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris plans to meet with the top contenders for her vice-presidential running mate this weekend, aiming for a final decision by Monday. The selection will significantly impact her campaign against Donald Trump. Candidates include prominent political figures such as Pete Buttigieg and Josh Shapiro.

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Donald Trump courts voters at Atlanta rally

Former President Trump will make a campaign stop in Atlanta Saturday evening, where the GOP nominee for the White House has vowed to "unleash hell" on Vice President Harris as the two prepare for the November election.

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Musk-backed PAC under investigation for potential violations of Michigan laws

Michigan’s secretary of state’s office is investigating a political action committee backed by Elon Musk for possible state law violations. America PAC, which has been acquiring voter information, is under review and potential violations will be referred to the state’s attorney general. Musk, who has publicly endorsed Trump and espoused right-wing views, has not commented […]

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'Republicans for Harris' member encourages Mike Pence to endorse Kamala Harris

Olivia Troye, an ex-national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence, called Sunday on her former boss to endorse Vice President Harris’s presidential run, calling it the “right thing” to do. Troye, who emerged as a vocal Republican critic of the Trump administration since leaving the White House in 2020, told MSNBC anchor Alex…

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Republicans for Harris launches, aiming for Biden-like appeal to anti-Trump voters

The group known as Republicans for Biden is officially relaunching Sunday as Republicans for Harris, and aides on the revamped Democratic campaign are hoping that a much different candidate will be able to deliver on what had been a key part of Joe Biden’s electoral promise.

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Kamala Harris and Tim Walz Launch Campaign in Battleground States

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her vice presidential pick, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, kicked off their joint campaign in Philadelphia. Walz shared his background and criticized Trump, emphasizing reproductive rights and other progressive issues. The campaign aims to introduce Walz and sway key battleground states.

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Kamala Harris and Tim Walz Certified as Democratic Nominees for 2024

US Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz have been officially certified as the Democratic Party's nominees for President and Vice President respectively. This comes after delegate voting and final certification by the Convention Secretary. A new poll shows Harris leading former President Trump by three points.

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Trump and Harris Set Stage for First Heated Presidential Debate

U.S. Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic opponent Kamala Harris will debate on September 10th. This marks their first face-to-face encounter in a close race. Harris's rapid rise in the polls has reshaped the contest, as both candidates prepare for additional debates and recalibrate their campaign strategies.

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Pelosi Rallies for Harris' Presidential Campaign in California Fundraiser

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign at a California fundraiser, raising millions of dollars. Pelosi praised Harris and linked her to Biden’s achievements while cautioning against complacency. Harris emphasized the critical moment and warned against Trump's potential return to office.

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Elon Musk to interview Trump on X

Donald Trump is set to be interviewed live on X by its billionaire owner, Elon Musk, on Monday. Musk, a prominent supporter of Trump, aims to help the former Republican president rekindle online...

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campaign like it's 2016 again

By showing up in places previous nominees from both parties had ignored, Trump convinced voters in the vital Rust Belt battlegrounds that he cared about Americans the elites had written off.

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Liz Truss responds after lettuce banner prank

The former prime minister was saying how she thought Donald Trump would win the US election when a political campaign group carried out the stunt.

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Electoral Showdown: Vance vs. Walz in Anticipated Debates

U.S. Vice Presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz will face off in debates this fall. Vance, Donald Trump's running mate, has agreed to multiple debates, while the Harris campaign, backing Walz, is planning for one vice presidential and two presidential debates involving Kamala Harris and Trump.

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Trump to hold rally, Harris hits the road campaigning

Republican Donald Trump will hold a rally in Pennsylvania today, followed closely by Kamala Harris taking a bus tour through the crucial battleground state ahead of her big moment at the Democratic National Convention.

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Trump Targets Harris in Wilkes-Barre Rally Amid Heated 2024 Campaign

Donald Trump, during a rally in Pennsylvania, expressed confidence in defeating Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. Despite Trump's scornful remarks, Harris is currently leading Trump in several battleground states. Both campaigns are investing heavily in Pennsylvania, considered a key state for the election.

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Trump calls Harris a 'lunatic' in fresh personal attacks

Donald Trump launched fresh personal attacks against White House rival Kamala Harris, as new polling showed her making major gains in key battleground states ahead of next week's Democratic National Convention.

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Robert F Kennedy Jr to drop out of US presidential race

Independent US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr plans to drop out of the race by the end of the week and endorse Republican former President Donald Trump, ABC News has reported, citing unnamed sources.

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Obama says US ready for Harris presidency

Former US president Barack Obama returned to the national stage to boost his longtime Democratic ally Kamala Harris in her 11th-hour presidential bid against Republican Donald Trump.

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Kennedy's Potential Endorsement of Trump: A Political Shake-Up

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is considering dropping out of the U.S. presidential race to endorse Donald Trump in exchange for a potential role in a Trump administration. Kennedy wants his political movement to continue and is discussing these plans with Trump. His campaign will address the nation on Friday in Arizona.

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Robert F Kennedy Jr drops out of race, endorses Trump

Independent US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr has suspended his campaign and endorsed Republican Donald Trump, likely ending a presidential bid that he began as a Democrat trading on one of the most famous names in American politics.

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Harris vows 'new way forward' as she accepts nomination

Kamala Harris has accepted the Democratic presidential nomination in Chicago before a rapturous crowd, pledging a "new way forward" if she beats Republican Donald Trump in November's election.

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Former Republican U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger to speak at the DNC

Former Republican Illinois U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who has become a pariah among many in Donald Trump's GOP, is scheduled to take the stage after 9 p.m. Thursday on the closing night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Suspends Presidential Campaign, Endorses Trump

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.

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Watch: Trump impersonator defends RFK Jr.'s 'brain worm' on right-wing Newsmax

A comedian with an incredible Donald Trump impersonation was asked on Sunday to defend from attacks on Robert F. Kennedy's alleged "brain worm."One panelist questioned whether Kennedy could actually help Trump convince more independent voters, given the fact that Kennedy himself is known as an ant...

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DC Edit | Kamala takes on Trump: A race too close to call

The race to the White House may be intriguingly close and, as 72 days remain to the finish line, the Democrats are up and running, fully energised and totally united after a resoundingly joyous ...

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Tulsi Gabbard endorses Trump against former foe Harris

Former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has endorsed Donald Trump’s presidential bid, furthering her shift away from the party she sought to represent in the presidential race four years ago.

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Kamala Harris Overtakes Donald Trump in New Poll

The vice president has taken a four-point lead in the latest poll from the Florida Atlantic University Political Communication and Public Opinion Research Lab.

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Gunman spent months seeking target before Trump

The gunman who tried to kill Donald Trump mounted a "sustained, detailed effort" to attack a major gathering of some sort before deciding to target the Republican presidential candidate at a Pennsylvania rally in July, FBI officials said.

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JD Vance tells Kamala Harris to 'go to hell'

J.D. Vance had choice words for Kamala Harris when asked about a dispute between the Trump campaign and an Arlington National Cemetery official.

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Trump reposts sexist remark on Kamala Harris on Truth Social

The reposted comment, originally shared by another user, included photos of Harris and Hillary Clinton with the caption: “Funny how blowjobs impacted both their careers differently…”

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Liz Cheney endorses Kamala Harris

The daughter of former vice president Dick Cheney, Liz Cheney has been perhaps Trump's highest-profile Republican critic.

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Liz Cheney Supports Kamala Harris, Labels Trump a 'Danger'

Former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney announces her decision to vote for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, citing Donald Trump as a significant threat. Cheney, who previously supported Trump's second impeachment and served on the committee investigating the Capitol attack, lost her seat in Congress after Trump backed her opponent.

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Trump's Bold Proposals to Jewish Donors on University Accreditation

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump stated that U.S. universities must end alleged antisemitic propaganda or face loss of accreditation and federal support if he is elected. Speaking to Jewish donors, he also outlined policies on Israel, Middle Eastern refugees, and the Abraham Accords, while criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Dick Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris, Breaking Party Lines

Republican former Vice President Dick Cheney announced he will vote for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the upcoming U.S. elections, aligning with his daughter, Liz Cheney, who also opposes Donald Trump. Their stance exemplifies a trend of Republican dissent against Trump's control of the party.

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Former VP Dick Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris Over Trump

Former Vice President Dick Cheney announced his support for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump, echoing a recent statement by his daughter Liz Cheney. This development comes amid a closely contested race between Trump and Harris for the upcoming U.S. elections.

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Trump 'very offended' by Putin's support of Harris

Former US president Donald Trump has said he was "very offended" by Russian president Vladimir Putin's endorsement of his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Trump hits the lead as Harris’ momentum stalls: poll

Ahead of the crucial debate, the new survey finds Donald Trump is retaining his support and voters are unsure they know enough about where Kamala Harris stands.

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump get ready for a landmark debate

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will meet for the first time face-to-face Tuesday night for perhaps their only debate, a high-pressure opportunity to showcase their starkly different visions for the country after a tumultuous campaign summer.

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Taylor Swift says she’s voting for Kamala Harris

Questions about who would get the pop star's vote have circled for weeks, after Donald Trump shared a fake AI image suggesting she was supporting the former...

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Trump rules out holding another TV debate with Harris

Republican Donald Trump has said he will not participate in another presidential debate against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris ahead of the election, as several polls showed that she beat him.

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Patrick Mahomes won't endorse a candidate in 2024 election

Patrick Mahomes won't be publicly endorsing a presidential candidate in this year's election. The Chiefs quarterback told reporters Wednesday that while he won't tell people who to vote for, he will urge them to register to vote in the upcoming November election between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

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'Good decision': Republican shares why Trump is 'smart' to dodge another debate

A longtime Republican fundraiser believes former President Donald Trump made a sound decision by ducking a second debate with Vice President Kamala Harris.As Fox News host Neil Cavuto and Trump found themselves in a public spat Thursday — over Cavuto's comments that the ex-president bombed at the Tu...

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Trump Campaign Remains Unshaken After Assassination Attempt

Following a second alleged attempt on his life, Donald Trump and his campaign are determined to stay the course, with planned rallies and events unfazed. Despite heightened tensions and ongoing safety concerns, Trump continues to engage with the public, asserting that extreme political rhetoric is to blame for the violence.

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Trump Campaigns in North Carolina Amid Controversy Over Ally

Donald Trump campaigned in North Carolina without his embattled Republican ally, Mark Robinson, amid controversy over Robinson's past inflammatory comments. Robinson, facing accusations, denied them and vowed to continue his governor's race. As the election nears, Republicans worry the scandal could impact Trump's chances in the crucial battleground state.

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Trump intensifies attacks on immigrants and Harris

The Republican presidential candidate insulted Harris, calling her 'mentally impaired' and 'mentally disabled.' On the other hand, he called immigrants who commit violent crimes 'monsters' and 'vile animals.'

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Trump's Harsh Speech Targets Immigration and Kamala Harris

Donald Trump unleashed severe criticism against illegal immigrants, particularly those committing crimes, and took personal shots at Kamala Harris during a speech in Wisconsin. His rhetoric focused on violent crimes by undocumented immigrants, blaming Harris and Biden for the border crisis and vowing to tighten immigration laws if reelected.

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Larry Hogan again vows not to vote for Trump

Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan reiterated his criticism of Trump on Sunday, saying that he will not cast his ballot for the former president in November.

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NYT opinion piece says Kamala Harris is ’only patriotic choice’ for President

The New York Times endorsed Kamala Harris as the ‘only patriotic choice’ for president, criticizing Donald Trump as unfit for office. They urged voters to prioritize democracy and demand specific policies from Harris, acknowledging her imperfections while emphasizing her dedication and competence.

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Trump Declines 60 Minutes Interview Ahead of Election

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has declined to participate in CBS News' '60 Minutes' election special. The show, regularly featuring back-to-back interviews with presidential candidates, will now only include Democratic opponent Kamala Harris. Trump's campaign called it 'fake news,' stating discussions never materialized into a confirmed interview.

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Unexpected Allies: Cheney's Support Boosts Harris Against Trump

Former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney has declared former President Donald Trump unfit to lead the U.S., endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris in Wisconsin. Cheney's endorsement highlights her commitment to constitutional values over party loyalty. Harris aims to court skeptical Republicans with a centrist approach in the upcoming election.

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Trump Returns to Pennsylvania Rally Amid Election Chaos

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump revisited a Pennsylvania rally site where he was nearly assassinated. In other news, U.S. teachers face challenges due to rising migration, Tropical Storm Milton is expected to impact Florida, and legal statuses for migrants will not be renewed. The U.S. port strike has ended with significant economic repercussions.

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Elon Musk Boosts Trump's Campaign with Upcoming Rallies

Elon Musk plans further campaign support for Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. After a high-profile rally appearance, Musk is set to assist through his America PAC. With Pennsylvania being a key battleground, Musk's support comes as Trump and Kamala Harris vie for votes ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

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Showdown 2024: Trump vs. Harris in Pivotal Presidential Election

As the U.S. presidential election approaches, Republican Donald Trump faces Democrat Kamala Harris on November 5. The process involves crucial dates, including the Electoral College vote in December and the inauguration on January 20, under increased scrutiny from the Electoral Count Reform Act.

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Scalise rallies Arizona voters to vote early for Trump

"We can go into communities that we haven’t been able to reach before to encourage people to get out and vote like we’ve never seen before,” Scalise said.

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Harris holds slight edge nationally over Trump: poll

New York (AFP) – Kamala Harris has taken a slim lead over Donald Trump in the US presidential race, a new poll showed Tuesday, as the Democrat slammed her rival for "weakness" during a media blitz four weeks before the election.Vice President Harris and Republican former president Trump -- who was d...

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How Trump could win the popular vote

Trump's chances of success in the popular vote are intimately linked to the GOP's prospects of extending its House majority.

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Trump picks a fight with Detroit

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday warned that the country would end up “like Detroit” if Vice President Kamala Harris is elected, his latest jab at an urban center in a swing state that he hopes to win next month.

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US election latest: Leaked memo shows Trump struggling in key states

With only three weeks to go until the US election, Donald Trump's campaign is struggling to win support in some battleground states, according to a leaked Republican poll. Meanwhile, Bill Clinton was mistaken for another towering figure in US politics while campaigning for Kamala Harris.

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Kamala Harris Targets Trump, Unveils Policies to Mobilize Black Voters

Kamala Harris emphasized the threat Donald Trump poses to U.S. democracy, amid ongoing speculation about his potential actions on Election Day. Highlighting her commitment to Black voters, Harris introduced new policies, including forgivable loans and support for Black entrepreneurs, aiming to bridge the gap in voter support.

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Trump vs. Harris: The 2024 Presidential Showdown

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are set to compete in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Important dates include the election on Nov. 5, the Electoral College vote in December, and the inauguration on Jan. 20. Trump's sentencing for a Manhattan hush money case is also noted.

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Elon Musk commits $70 million to boost Donald Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk, a tech mogul who is the world's richest person, plunged more than $70 million into helping Donald Trump and other Republicans win in November's election, making him one of the biggest donors to GOP causes this campaign season, according to campaign finance disclosures released this week.

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Vance says ‘no’ Trump did not lose the 2020 election

Vice presidential candidate JD Vance said “no” former president Donald Trump did not lose the 2020 election “by the words” the Ohio Republican would use, when asked Wednesday what message it sends to independent voters that he has not directly answered that question.

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Elon Musk donates $75m to help Trump campaign

The tech tycoon - who appeared on stage with Donald Trump earlier this month - has described the US presidential election as a "must-win situation" for the Republican Party.

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Democratic Governors Mobilize to Secure Key States for Harris

Democratic governors from Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin launched a bus tour to bolster Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign in critical states. Despite Harris' challenges, the governors aim to rally support and resolve concerns about her performance against Donald Trump, focusing on key voter turnout and community issues.

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America PAC's Door-to-Door Dilemma Amid Swing State Struggles

America PAC, funded by Elon Musk, faces challenges in swing states like Wisconsin and Nevada as it struggles to meet voter-contact goals before the Nov. 5 election. Canvassers have been warned about missing targets, amid allegations of misreported data. The PAC aims to boost voter turnout for Trump.

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Michigan Showdown: Harris and Trump Vie for Battleground Dominance

Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump are neck and neck in Michigan, a crucial battleground state. Both candidates are focusing efforts to win over key demographic groups. Trump's past comments on Detroit and Harris' accusations about his leadership are part of an intensified campaign strategy.

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Swing State Showdown: Harris and Trump Mobilize Celebrities for Early Voting Push

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump intensified their campaigns in key swing states, with Harris leveraging support from celebrities like Lizzo and Usher to boost voter turnout. As early voting begins, both candidates aim to secure victories in crucial battlegrounds, with Trump intensifying his criticisms of Harris.

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High-Stakes Showdown: Harris and Trump Ignite the Campaign Trail

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are vigorously campaigning ahead of the imminent U.S. presidential election. The rivals addressed early voters across swing states, highlighting their policy differences. Music icons supported Harris in Michigan and Georgia, while Trump aimed to capitalize on momentum in Pennsylvania.

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Campaign Fever: Harris and Trump Rally in Key States

Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump intensified their campaigns across crucial states like Georgia and Pennsylvania. With early voting underway, both candidates aim to secure pivotal victories. Harris targets key demographics in Detroit and Atlanta, while Trump rallies in Pennsylvania amid contentious debates on candidate fitness.

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Elon Musk's Million Dollar Election Influence: A Closer Look

Elon Musk has sparked controversy by promising $1 million daily giveaways to attendees at Trump-supporting rallies until Election Day. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has urged law enforcement to examine Musk’s actions for potential legal breaches as they could influence the upcoming presidential election.

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Springsteen, Obama lend star power to Harris campaign

Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama lent their star power to Kamala Harris’ quest for the presidency on Thursday as the vice president implored Georgia voters to consider the “brutally serious” consequences if Donald Trump wins a second term in the White House.

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In 2 New Polls, Some Worrying Signs for Harris

If Kamala Harris is still feeling the party vibe , this might end it. The vice president and former President Trump are neck-and-neck in the final New York Times /Siena College...

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Fact-checking Trump's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast

The interview, released late Friday, came on the same day that the former president, on his social media network, re-posted threats to prosecute lawyers, voters and election officials he deems to have "cheated" in the 2024 election.

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Divisive Rhetoric at Madison Square: Trump Rally Sparks Controversy

Donald Trump, leading a rally at New York's Madison Square Garden, faced criticism as allies made racist and misogynistic remarks. Trump's attempt to rally support against Kamala Harris included controversial speakers like Rudy Giuliani. Critics accused Trump of fueling divisive rhetoric reminiscent of past pro-Nazi gatherings.

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Drop out of race, May urges U.S. Green Party leader

Green Party Leader Elizabeth May is urging U.S. counterpart Jill Stein to end her presidential campaign and endorse Kamala Harris to help prevent a Donald Trump victory.

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Harris Edges Ahead in Crucial Iowa Poll

In the latest Iowa poll, Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump by three percentage points among likely voters. The poll indicates Harris's advantage stems from support among women and independents. Meanwhile, Trump criticized the poll results, branding them as fake.

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Eric Adams slams Dems for comparing Trump to Hitler

Mayor Eric Adams blamed out-of-touch Democrats for President-elect Donald Trump's victory -- saying they were too busy comparing him to Hitler to discuss real issues affecting American people.

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Wisconsin governor's guidance on dealing with ICE agents draws GOP backlash

Guidance from the Democratic governor of Wisconsin’s administration to state employees about what to do if immigration officials or other federal agents show up at their workplace is drawing fire from Republicans, who say it was in defiance of the law and President Donald Trump.

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Trump Lashes Out at Fox News Over Devastating New Poll

Donald Trump slammed a Fox News poll Thursday on Truth Social, accusing the network’s pollsters of being “always wrong and negative.” “The Crooked FoxNews Polls got the Election WRONG, I won by much more than they said I would, and have been biased against m…

The New Republic by Gordon Ebanks

RFK’s attack on children’s vaccines, explained

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: An influential panel that makes vaccine recommendation…

Vox by Patrick Reis

WATCH: Trump asked if Vance is 'heir' to the MAGA movement

When asked if he thinks that the "heir" to the MAGA movement is Vice President JD Vance, President Donald Trump said he is "doing a great job" and that he would be "probably favored at this point."

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Democrats face their ‘David Duke moment’ in New York City

Zohran Mamdani is now the Democrats’ nominee for mayor of New York City. He is also an openly anti-Semitic socialist.His nomination puts the Democratic Party in a position not unlike the one Republicans faced in 1991, when David Duke — a former grand wizard o…

TheBlaze by Buck Throckmorton

Look How Chickensh*t Vance Avoided Protesters In Wisconsin

Republicans are learning that their policies and this president's authoritarian moves aren't popular with the American people. Republicans are being blasted in town halls, and as one friend suggested to me, they should do town halls in a dunk tank. And now th…

Crooksandliars.com by Conover Kennard

Let’s be honest about Charlie Kirk’s life — and death

In the days since the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, the overwhelming response on the left has been shock and horror. No one of prominence has justified the killing; hundreds, from Democratic Party leadership on down, have condemned political vi…

Vox by Zack Beauchamp

Rick Wilson: Democrats Should Want To Teach Trump's Base A Painful Lesson

Former Republican strategist Rick Wilson wants Democrats to stop saving Republicans from themselves. I know Rick Wilson is not our friend, but I think he's right here when it comes to what it's going to take to get through to a bunch of Trump's base on the da…

Crooksandliars.com by Heather

How Trump Became the Ringmaster of Left-Wing Violence

The assassination of Charlie Kirk was a terrible act of violence that cut short the life of a 31 year-old human being. It was also a political opportunity—not for the left, as Kirk’s mentally disturbed killer may have believed, but for the right, which, as ma…

The New Republic by Timothy Noah

Leftist Fear: Antifa Pretends To Be Peaceful After Trump Announces Crackdown

Leftist Fear: Antifa Pretends To Be Peaceful After Trump Announces Crackdown After years of waging a subversive war against the western world, radical leftists think they can polish their image overnight and pretend as if they were always an amicable moveme…

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Archaeologist Torches Teardown With Scathing ISIS Comparison...

Archaeologist Torches Teardown With Scathing ISIS Comparison... (First column, 6th story, link) Related stories:The Abdication of Congress... The Don shits on America. Few in media care... 24% APPROVE... The East Wing is gone, and Tru…

Daily Beast by Tom Latchem

The GOP’s top think tank just defended an open Nazi

On Thursday night, the president of the Heritage Foundation — the MAGA right’s leading think tank — welcomed an open Nazi into his political coalition. You might think I am exaggerating. I assure you I am not. The Nazi in question here, podcaster Nick Fuentes…

Vox by Zack Beauchamp

The Problem With ‘Moral Clarity’

Under Trump, progressives have embraced the rhetoric of “moral clarity.” It won’t help their cause.

The Atlantic by Thomas Chatterton Williams

What Josh Shapiro Believes

The Pennsylvania governor has spent his life preparing to lead an America that might no longer exist.

The Atlantic by Tim Alberta

Letters from Our Readers

Readers respond to Adam Gopnik’s piece about the demolition of the East Wing, Jessica Winter’s essay about the so-called crisis of men, and Jill Lepore’s essay about historical precedents for the Trump era.

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Why Is the US Sliding Toward Authoritarianism?

In Europe, there is a strong desire to make sense of the current madness unfolding in the United States. After all, this shift toward authoritarianism is occurring in one of the world's olde...

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Yes, It’s Fascism

Until recently, I thought it a term best avoided. But now, the resemblances are too many and too strong to deny.

The Atlantic by Jonathan Rauch

The Second Death of Charlie Kirk

The activist’s assassination unleashed an anti-Semitism that is pulling the Trump coalition apart.

The Atlantic by Yair Rosenberg

Working Families Party endorses neither Hochul nor Delgado

Governor Kathy Hochul attends public safety update with Police Commissioner Tisch and Mayor Mamdani at Police Headquarters. The decision reflects the unwillingness by some progressives to embrace the centrist governor despite recent high-profile endorsemen…

Gothamist by Elizabeth Kim

Call Them What They Are

The Republican Party has become a haven for Nazi sympathizers.

The Atlantic by Tom Nichols

Donald Trump Calls Democrats 'Crazy' During State of the Union

Donald Trump turned his State of the Union into an all-out brawl Tuesday night as he attacked Democrats, calling them "crazy" and accusing them of cheating elections. Trump severely divided the room by asking the audience to stand if they believed…

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Shut Up, John Roberts: A Supreme Court Corruption Rant

Folks, you know the deal. We have an illegitimate POTUS. A convicted felon, adjudicated rapist, Putin-fluffing traitor. Lost the popular vote by nearly 3MM his first run even as Russia helped him. The second run his margin was historically puny and real quest…

Crooksandliars.com by Cliff Schecter

WelcomeFest’s Moderate Politics Are Stuck in the Past

On Wednesday, the Welcome PAC, a center-left political action committee favored by the proponents of the abundance and popularism movements, held its third annual “WelcomeFest” gathering in Washington, D.C. It was a moderate sort of mess-around, the kind of p…

The New Republic by Monica Potts

The New Law of Political Prosecutions

Judges have long defaulted to a posture of trust toward the federal government, but under Trump that is changing, and a new set of legal possibilities is emerging.

The Atlantic by Quinta Jurecic

Bill Cassidy: Unaccountable & Tone Deaf On RFK Jr.

It appears Bill Cassidy is going to make every effort to ignore his own culpability for RFK Jr. on his way out the door. In case you need to be reminded, Cassidy was a key, if not deciding vote to confirm RFK Jr. to his current role as Secretary of HHS. Cassi…

Techdirt by Timothy Geigner

Socialists Are Surging. In Colorado, a 29-Year Incumbent Is Sweating.

Rep. Diana DeGette didn’t take a socialist challenger seriously. Now she’s scrambling to convince voters she’s still the progressive pick. The post Socialists Are Surging. In Colorado, a 29-Year Incumbent Is Sweating. appeared first on The Intercept.

The Intercept by Akela Lacy

Compromised Values

Joe Manchin’s memoir reveals that the West Virginian Senator worshipped “work” at the expense of supporting his party’s efforts to help working people.

The New York Review of Books by Bryce Covert

Is the Left Driving Women Away?

Shannon Watts on the increasing hostility toward women among some progressive voters. Plus: the Graham Platner news and Killing Baby Hitler by Michael Tomasky.

The Atlantic by David Frum

ABC’s The View Wimps Out, Shies Away From Politics After Trump Threats

Back in February, Trump FCC Boss Brendan Carr launched a fake “investigation” of ABC because the network’s comedians and daytime talk show hosts hadn’t adequately kissed Republican ass. Five months later and ABC’s The View is wimping out when it comes to host…

Techdirt by Karl Bode

Graham Platner Ends Senate Bid In Maine After Sexual Assault Allegation

Graham Platner suspended his U.S. Senate campaign in Maine on Wednesday, clearing the way for Democrats in that state to choose a new candidate as they seek to retake control of the chamber. “We believe that for the movement to continue, it can’t be me,” Plat…

Deadline by Ted Johnson

Trump leans on 'communist' messaging as economic angst drives Democrats

During the last election, when struggling to find a memorable attack line against Kamala Harris, Trump eventually landed on <a href="https://www.npr.org/2024/08/22/nx-s1-4998500/donald-trump-rally-speech-comrade-kamala-harris"target="_blank" >"Comrade Kamal…

NPR by Franco Ordoñez