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PremiumUS Presidential Elections 2024 Highlights: All attention is focused on the high-stakes battle between US Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump on November 5.
Meanwhile, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris may sit down for an interview with popular podcaster Joe Rogan, whose audience is primarily young men, as she aims to strengthen her support among male voters, sources told Reuters on Monday.
Poll data shows a tight race, with Trump holding a narrow one-percent lead over Harris in key swing states like Pennsylvania, Georgia, and North Carolina.
Among the eight swing states, Pennsylvania is considered the most critical for the 2024 US Elections.
In the 2020 election, Pennsylvania played a key role in helping Joe Biden secure the presidency and reclaim the “blue wall." Historically, Democratic candidates have had significant success in the state until Donald Trump's win in 2016.
Biden’s victory in 2020 was tightly contested, decided by just 1.2 percentage points. As the swing state with the highest electoral votes, Pennsylvania remains crucial in elections.
Meanwhile, Kamala Harris is announced to give black men more economic opportunities, the Associated Press reported. Harris also pledged to establish a national initiative aimed at improving funding for the detection, research, and treatment of health issues that disproportionately affect Black men, including sickle cell disease, diabetes, prostate cancer, and mental health challenges.
Additionally, a recent poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that about 70% of Black voters view Harris favourably and prefer her leadership over Donald Trump's on major policy issues like the economy, health care, abortion, immigration, and the Israel-Hamas conflict. Support for Harris was consistent among both Black men and Black women.
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Within minutes of the Kamala Harris' interview on Fox News ending, the Trump campaign released a statement calling it a "train wreck", as per a Reuters report.
David Urban, a political strategist and past Trump campaign aide, said Harris gave an uneven and subpar performance, avoiding responsibility and making Trump the scapegoat. "Another losing media cycle for the Harris campaign," Urban said.
In an interview with Fox News, US Vice President and the Democratic Party's Presidential nominee Kamala Harris argued that the current administration has taken the issue of immigration seriously.
She added that many of the problems they face, pre-date the Biden-Harris administration, and accused Trump of blocking a bipartisan bill that would have helped address the border issues.
“We’ve had a broken immigration system transcending by the way Donald Trump’s administration even before. Let’s all be honest about that. I have no pride in saying that this is a perfect immigration system,. We offered legislation to address the immigration system within hours of taking office. Our focus has been on fixing a problem," she said.
Speaking in an interview on Fox News, Kamala Harris asserted that her Presidency would be “fresh" and “not a continuation" to predecessor Joe Biden's administration.
“Let me be very clear, my presidency will not be a continuation of Joe Biden’s presidency, and like every new president that comes in to office, I will bring my life experiences, my professional experiences and fresh and new ideas," Harris said.
VP Kamala Harris: "Well, about last night. Donald Trump, I found it to be quite bizarre, actually, he called himself the father of IVF...let's not distracted by his choice of words. The reality is his actions have been very harmful to woman and families in America on this issue."
VP Kamala Harris: "Donald Trump in increasingly unstable and, as has been said by the people who have worked closely with him even when he was president, he's unfit to be president of the United States."
Three latest national poll surveys indicate that Vice President Kamala Harris is maintaining a slight lead over former President Donald Trump as the two prepare for the upcoming US presidential election on November 5.
A Marist College survey shows Harris leading Trump by five points among likely voters, with 52% support compared to Trump’s 47%. This represents a shift from earlier polling this month, which indicated a two-point margin between the candidates.
In a separate Marquette Law School national poll, survey reveals Harris is favored by 48% of likely voters, with Trump close behind at 47%.
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll has revealed a closely contested race for the presidency, with Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris holding a marginal 3-percentage-point lead over former Republican President Donald Trump. Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump by a narrow margin of 45% to 42% among likely voters.
Donald Trump has no plan for the hardworking people of our country. He is unstable and unhinged—and that is why he was fired by 81 million people, tweeted Kamala Harris.
Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted her commitment to transparency in the lead-up to the presidential election, contrasting her actions with those of former President Donald Trump.
"I agreed to a second debate. Trump refused. I released my medical records. Trump has not. I sat for a 60 Minutes interview. Trump backed out," Harris tweeted. She concluded her message with a question: "What is Donald Trump trying to hide?"
Harris tweeted:
"I agreed to a second debate. Trump refused.
I released my medical records. Trump has not.
I sat for a 60 Minutes interview. Trump backed out.
One has to ask: What is Donald Trump trying to hide?"
Kamala Harris' running mate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is attending campaign receptions in Washington, D.C.
The receptions aim to rally support and connect with potential voters.
Trump's running mate, Senator JD Vance is holding rallies in two states today.
he first rally will take place in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, scheduled for mid-afternoon.
Vance will then travel to Wilmington, Connecticut, for a rally in the evening.
Trump’s prerecorded town hall with Harris Faulkner of Fox News is set to air later, primarily addressing immigration and border issues.
In the early afternoon, Trump will tape a town hall with the Spanish-language network Univision in Miami, targeting Hispanic voters.
Later in the evening, Trump will host a high-dollar fundraising event at his Mar-a-Lago estate.
Vice President Kamala Harris is speaking at an event in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania.
After Pennsylvania, Harris will travel to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, continuing her outreach to key swing states.
Later, Harris will be interviewed by Bret Baier on Fox News.
Tesla chief Elon Musk has donated nearly $75 million to his political action committee (PAC), created to support Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.
The amount raised by America PAC was reported between July 1 and September 30.
According to Federal Election Commission filings, America PAC raised $74.95 million during this period.
This donation positions Musk as a significant financial supporter of Trump’s campaign, potentially influencing the 2024 election landscape.
On marijuana decriminalization: "I have been described as one of the most progressive prosecutors on marijuana cases. As president, I would work to decriminalize marijuana because I know how the laws have hurt certain populations, especially Black men."
On misinformation targeting black voters: "One of the biggest challenges I face is misinformation from the Trump team aimed at Black voters. They are trying to scare people away because they know they otherwise have nothing to run on."
On addressing police brutality: "I will work to pass the George Floyd Policing Act, which stalled in Congress in 2021, to curb police brutality and the murders of Black men."
Here’s what Donald Trump stated, Kamala Harris' response:
Donald Trump:
"I'm the father of IVF, so I want to hear this question."
“We really are the party for IVF. We want fertilization, and it's all the way, and the Democrats tried to attack us on it."
Kamala Harris:
“Donald Trump called himself ‘the father of IVF.’ What is he talking about? His abortion bans have already jeopardized access to it in states across the country—and his own platform could end IVF altogether."
Jimmy Carter, the 100-year-old former U.S. President, waiting in line in Georgia to vote in the 2024 presidential election has sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with many users raising concerns about his participation in the electoral process at such an advanced age.
The images quickly gained attention on X, as netizens voiced their opinions on the appropriateness of the situation.
Here are some of the user comments:
“The Kamala campaign is planning to harvest Jimmy Carter’s ballot today at the hospice facility where he’s being kept. Someone in Carter’s physical and mental state is unable to vote. He’s non-verbal, can’t move, and isn’t even aware he’s alive. This is criminal and disgusting."
“It’s outrageous. He doesn’t even know that someone is filling out the ballot for him."
“Dude, that was sad and degrading how they wheeled him out like that. Yeah, no way he can vote."
“Not sure it’s legal for him to vote like that."
“How many other votes from non-responsive individuals has the Harris campaign harvested?"
“This is beyond reprehensible. SHAME on his family for parading him around in such a vulnerable state."
“It really is a vulgar display of political pawns."
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Democrat candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday aims to appeal to Republican voters, as she plans to visit Pennsylvania joined by Republican supporters and to appear on conservative-leaning Fox News
US Election 2024 Live Updates: US President Joe Biden's wife Jill Biden was spotted back in the campaign trail after a gap of some months, trying to gather support for Kamala Harris, reported PTI.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Donald Trump's Pennsylvania town hall tuned into a bizarre dance session, after an interruption caused by two attendees who required medical condition. ‘Hope he’s okay,' posted Kamala Harris on X, taking a dig at Trump.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Donald Trump, at his Pennsylvania event, decided to play music for 39 minutes and groove to it after an interruption caused due to two attendees requiring medical attention. Several netizens highlighted Trump's 'dementia', stating that it means JD Vance is the de-facto president, if Donald Trump is elected
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Tesla boss Elon Musk has spent around $75 million into his pro-Donald Trump spending group in the span of three months, showed federal disclosures.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: The U.S. Justice Department will send election monitors to an Ohio county where a sheriff was recently accused of intimidating voters in a social media post, said federal officials
US Election 2024 Live Updates: County election officials across Georgia cannot refuse to certify the results of the 2024 presidential contest, said Judge Robert McBurney. Georgia is one of the swing states where in-person early voting began on Tuesday.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris, during a radio town hall event warned that her opponent Donald Trump would try to “institutionalise" harsh policing tactics that disproportionately affect Black men nationwide
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Donald Trump said some states that are restricting abortion rights are being “too tough", and promised to roll back the same. This comes as an attempt to win over women who have been sceptical of Trump's approach to reproductive health care, reported Bloomberg.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: President Joe Biden praised Vice President Kamala Harris, and said that she would chart her own course in the Oval Office if elected. It is “one of the most important differences in this election," Biden said at a fundraising dinner for the Philadelphia City Committee
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Early in-person voting has begun in Georgia, one of the key battleground states for the US Elections 2024.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris's running mate Tim Walz will join the campaign trail with former US President Barack Obama, and Bill Clinton for the next two weeks to push for early voting in swing states, sources told ABC news
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Venture capitalists Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz each donated $2.5 million to a pro-Donald Trump super political action committee, shows the latest filings by the Federal Election Commission.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: “Our allies have taken advantage of us more than our enemies. Our allies are the European Union. We have a trade deficit of USD300 billion with the European Union," Donald Trump told the Economic Club of Chicago today.
JD Vance, Republican vice presidential nominee, tweeted: "Aside from her obvious policy failures, Kamala Harris is just incompetent. People in rural areas actually need quality broadband. Under Kamala's illustrious leadership, we spent $42 billion of taxpayer money and connected zero people."
Kamala Harris tweets: "We know who Donald Trump is. He will stop at nothing to claim power for himself."
Former US president Donald Trump is traveling to Georgia, a crucial swing state in the upcoming election, to deliver remarks to engage voters.
Trump will participate in a pre-taped televised town hall hosted by Fox News.
The town hall will feature an all-female audience, aiming to win support from female voters.
Trump is also scheduled to give an economic speech in Chicago.
Also, a rally is planned in Atlanta to further connect with supporters.
Kamala Harris is all set to host Town hall-style event in Detroit.
The event will be hosted by the morning radio program "The Breakfast Club."
Charlamagne Tha God, a prominent figure popular with Black males, will be involved.
The town hall aims to engage with the Black community, particularly addressing issues relevant to Black men.
Kamala Harris is also scheduled to visit a Black-owned business in Detroit as part of her itinerary.
US Vice President & Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris tweeted: As president, I will make sure that Black men can build wealth.
Harris shared a photo highlighting: Kamala Harris' Opportunity Agenda for Black Men will provide 1 million fully forgivable loans to Black entrepreneurs and others to start or grow a business in their community
Donald Trump criticized Kamala Harris, claiming her medical report is "really bad".
He suggested that her health issues raise questions about her suitability to run for President.
Trump asserted that his own medical report is "perfect" and that he has "NO PROBLEMS."
Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he his Town Hall event in Pennsylvania was "amazing".
He said the Q&A session was nearly complete when some attendees began fainting due to excitement and heat.
He also stated that to manage the situation, music was played while they waited for assistance.
Trump noted that the experience was "so different" but ultimately it turned into a "GREAT EVENING."
In a tweet, Democratic Vice Presidential candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz outlined a comprehensive initiative aimed at bolstering rural communities across America, emphasizing the importance of neighborly care learned in small towns.
Walz, in partnership with Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighted key components of their Plan for Rural America:
We’ll recruit 10,000 more rural health care professionals and increase access to affordable and high-quality health care in rural communities.
We’ll make sure independent pharmacies can stay open — and build 3,000 more, so rural communities can get the medications they need.
We’ll support the sandwich generation to care for our elders at home and lower the cost of child care.
We’ll support family farmers and help ensure future generations of American farmers can thrive by helping beginning farmers get more access to credit, and connecting them with all sorts of training and technical assistance.
And we’ll make sure farmland remains farmland and isn’t taken over by big corporate buyers.
Early in-person voting has begun in Georgia, a pivotal state in the upcoming presidential election.
Counties in Georgia will offer early voting for a minimum of 16 days, with some providing an additional voting day on Sunday.
The last day for early in-person voting is November 1.
This early voting period follows recent significant changes made by the Georgia state election board to the state's election system, including updates on vote tabulation processes.
Georgia's early voting is critical as it plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of the presidential election.
Trump accuses Ian Sams, senior advisor to Kamala Harris, of attacking him unopposed during his appearances on Fox News.
Trump describes Sams as a "below average guy" with "memorized FAKE NEWS soundbites," asserting that his commentary is often wrong.
He contrasts his positive experience with Maria Bartiromo with the negative, one-sided coverage that follows from other commentators, including Sams.
Donald Trump refers to Vice President Kamala Harris as "Lyin’ Kamala," emphasizing his disapproval.
He notes that Harris previously declined to participate in a Fox News debate on September 4, which he accepted.
Trump claims Harris's recent desire to debate is a sign of her desperation and declining poll numbers, stating she is "losing in the Polls" and will "do anything."
He criticizes Harris saying she struggles with straightforward questions.
Trump highlights Harris's previous refusal to participate in a Fox News debate on September 4, which he accepted, and her recent change of stance expressing a desire to debate.
He claims that Harris's sudden interest in debating is a sign of her declining poll numbers and desperation as early voting has already begun.
Trump asserts that Harris struggles with basic interviews, suggesting that she needs media outlets to manipulate her responses to appear more competent.
The tweet emphasizes the connection between Harris's media strategy and her current standing in the polls, portraying her as "desperate" to regain support.
Former President Donald Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of her first interview with Fox News, scheduled for October 16.
Donald Trump refers to Harris as "Lyin’ Kamala" indicating his criticism of her credibility.
He acknowledges Bret Baier from Fox News as a "Fair & Balanced" journalist but criticizes him for being "soft" on Democrats.
Trump expresses disappointment in Fox News for becoming "weak and soft" on the Democrats, claiming they are airing unopposed representations of Harris.
He hopes that voters will recognize these dynamics by November 5 and during Early Voting.
Trump ends with his signature slogan, "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN," reinforcing his campaign message.
Trump refers to Kamala Harris' request for his medical statements as "completely desperate".
He mentions his cholesterol level is 180 and asserts that he has provided his medical information multiple times, describing the reports as "flawless."
Trump claims to have seen Harris's medical report, which he describes as "not good."
He states that according to Harris's doctor's report, she suffers from: a rash of round, red welts on the skin that can cause intense itching and dangerous swelling, c condition that causes sneezing, runny nose, and other allergy symptoms.
Trump characterizes these health issues as serious and suggests they negatively affect Harris's ability to function effectively.
He implies that her health issues might explain her inability to answer simple questions during interviews, such as on "60 Minutes."
Trump asserts that he does not have the health problems he attributes to Harris.
Former President & Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump took to Truth Social to defend his health amid ongoing scrutiny from Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris.
Trump claims he has released more medical exams than any other president in history.
He states that he has passed two cognitive exams, which his doctor described as "exceptional."
Trump asserts he is healthier than former presidents Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden, and especially Vice President Kamala Harris.
He emphasizes being "far too busy" to release additional medical records, indicating he is dedicating every hour of the remaining 22 days to campaigning.
Trump expresses a sense of urgency in his campaign, stating the goal is to "take back our Country from the Radical Left people that are destroying it."
With characteristic bravado, Donald Trump has vowed that if voters return him to the White House, “inflation will vanish completely".
It's a message tailored for Americans who are still exasperated by the jump in consumer prices that began 3 1/2 years ago.
Yet most mainstream economists say Trump's policy proposals wouldn't vanquish inflation. They'd make it worse. They warn that his plans to impose huge tariffs on imported goods, deport millions of migrant workers and demand a voice in the Federal Reserve's interest rate policies would likely send prices surging. (AP)
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris could sit down for an interview with popular podcaster Joe Rogan, whose audience leans heavily towards young men, as she works to shore up support with male voters, sources told Reuters on Monday.
Harris campaign officials, in the final stretch of the U.S. presidential campaign, met with Rogan's team this week but an appearance has not been confirmed yet, said two of the sources, who have knowledge of the matter. (Reuters)
The 2024 United States presidential election, the 60th quadrennial election, is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
