02:53 Biden praises Harris in the highest tones
In his speech to the nation, US President Joe Biden recommended his vice president Kamala Harris as a replacement candidate for the November election. "She has experience. She is tough. She is capable," said the Democrat about his vice president. Harris had been an "incredible partner" for him and a leadership figure for the country in the past few years. "Now the decision is yours, the American people," he emphasized.
02:15 Biden announces withdrawal: Defense of democracy is more important than title
US President Joe Biden intends to pass the baton to a new generation by withdrawing from the presidential race. "This is the best way to unite our nation," says Biden in a speech to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House. "The defense of democracy is more important than any title," added the 81-year-old further. He draws strength from this and finds joy in working for the American people. But it's not about him, so the Democrat. "It's about you. About your families. Your future."
01:55 Trump: Harris is more liberal than Bernie Sanders
Kamala Harris' presidential campaign is not yet sealed, but Donald Trump is already warming up for his potential opponent in the campaign: For three and a half years, Harris has been "the ultraliberal driving force behind every single Biden disaster," says the Republican at a campaign event in Charlotte, North Carolina. "Kamala Harris is the most liberal elected official in American history. Did you know that she's an ultraliberal politician?", asks Trump. Harris is "absolutely terrible" and even more liberal than the left-wing politician Bernie Sanders. The 59-year-old is unfit to lead the country. "She will destroy our country," so Trump to his supporters.
01:14 Harris seeks potential running mate
The prospective Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, has begun the search for a "running mate." Approximately a dozen candidates for the vice presidential nomination are being considered, according to insiders. It is one of the most important decisions of Harris' presidential campaign. So far, the debate has focused mainly on four names: Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, and his colleague Roy Cooper in North Carolina. To the extended list of potential candidates whom Harris' campaign team has requested information from, according to sources, belong Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
00:22 Leading Republicans warn party friends against racist comments about Harris
Leading Republicans in the House of Representatives, including Speaker Mike Johnson, have called on their party colleagues not to comment on Vice President Harris' ancestry. A series of Republicans had made comments about Harris' gender and her background as the daughter of an Indian immigrant and a father from Jamaica during attacks on Harris. In a closed-door meeting, Johnson and others advised their colleagues to focus on Harris' political achievements and her time in office, instead of attacking her identity, as reported by the "Wall Street Journal."
23:13 Democrats prefer Harris nomination
Democrats want to determine their presidential candidate before the party convention, which is scheduled for mid-August, in a virtual way. The Democratic Party's responsible committee approves the procedure. The "Washington Post" and CNN report that the voting is expected to begin on August 1st. Prospective candidates have until the end of July to file their presidential campaign. So far, Vice President Kamala Harris is the only candidate.
22:09 Biden's withdrawal? His spokeswoman is clear
The White House rejects calls for Joe Biden to withdraw from the presidential race. It's "ridiculous" to demand that Biden resign from the presidency after his exit from the race for the White House, says his spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre to journalists. "Any suggestion of this kind is ridiculous and does not align with our views."
21:33 Harris goes after Trump sharply in speech - Republicans respond
During her speech to Black Women in the US state of Indiana at a gathering of a student organization in Indianapolis, Kamala Harris provides a clearer indication of her strategy against Donald Trump. According to the "New York Times," the Democrat tells thousands of people that Trump's agenda represents "an open attack on our children, our families, and our future." Criticism from the Republican camp comes in response, as Harris is not present at Netanyahu's speech to the US Congress. In Indiana, no Democratic presidential candidate has won the presidential election since 2006.
21:04 Invited by Netanyahu? Elon Musk spotted at Capitol
Tech billionaire Elon Musk was spotted at the Capitol before Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to both US Congressional chambers. In a video posted on the platform X by a Fox News journalist, Musk says he will attend Netanyahu's speech and was invited by him. Netanyahu is scheduled to give a speech to the US Congress today. Biden is set to meet with him on Thursday. On Friday, he plans to travel to the US state of Florida and meet with Republican presidential candidate Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate.
20:20 Ullstein Publishing House drops J.D. Vance's book
According to a report in "Spiegel," the Ullstein Publishing House will drop J.D. Vance's 2016 book from its program. "At the time of its publication, the book provided valuable insights into the understanding of the drifting US society," the publisher states. Vance also distanced himself from Trump at the time. However, he now "officially campaigns with him and advocates an aggressively demagogic, exclusionary politics," making it impossible to renew the contract with the author.
19:37 FBI discovers new clues on laptop of Trump assassination attempt suspect
The protector, who opened fire at a campaign event of the former US President Donald Trump two weeks ago, had, according to the Federal Police, searched for details about the JFK assassination on the internet before the act. The FBI analysis of the protector's laptop revealed that he had tried to find out how far Lee Harvey Oswald had been from Kennedy when he shot him in 1963. FBI Director Christopher Wray testified about the Trump assassination attempt before the House Judiciary Committee. The protector had searched for these details on July 6th on the internet, according to Wray. This was the day he registered for the Trump rally in the city of Butler in Pennsylvania. "On July 6th, he conducted a Google search for: 'How far was Oswald from Kennedy'," Wray said.
18:51 Harris or Trump? CNN releases new poll results
A new CNN poll provides no clear favorite in a potential presidency race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Trump leads nationwide among registered voters with 49 percent to Harris's 46 percent, within the poll's margin of error. "This is a closer result than earlier CNN polls in this year's Biden-Trump race," the network reported. The US President is not directly elected by the people, so a lead in a poll does not necessarily mean high chances of a win. In the US election, it is about obtaining the majority of votes in most states, which then results in electors falling to the winning candidate. In the Electoral College, the US President is eventually determined. Therefore, a candidate can become US President even if they have received fewer overall votes from the public than their opponent, but more electors in the states. This was the case with Trump against Hillary Clinton.
18:12 A day before Netanyahu visit: Pro-Palestine protesters occupy US Congress spontaneously
The Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit the US Congress. In a spontaneous protest led by the activist group "Jewish Voice for Peace," a protest against the war in Gaza takes place:
17:22 "Historic fundraising flow" for Kamala Harris
According to "Washington Post," since Sunday, $126 million in donations from 1.4 million people have come together for Kamala Harris's presidential campaign. The newspaper speaks of a "historic fundraising flow" and quotes Ning Mosberger-Tang, a major donor and former Google executive: "It really feels like a historic moment that we will still be talking about in ten years or decades. We haven't experienced anything like this in a long time. Many of us have been stunned in the last few weeks. Many of us have given no money for anything. Now we see that the dams have opened."
16:31 Everyone talks about Kamala Harris, but few pronounce her name correctly
Although Kamala Harris has been a prominent political figure for years, her name is often still pronounced incorrectly - even in the US. She has repeatedly explained what her Sanskrit-derived name means and how it should be pronounced, such as in the introduction to her autobiography "The Truths We Hold" from 2019. Her name is pronounced like the English "comma" (comma) followed by an -la. The emphasis is therefore on the first, not the second syllable. And the pronunciation of the "a" in the first syllable is similar to an open "o" as in the German "doch".
15:39 Marianne Williamson to Become President - Appeals to Democrats
US Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson has written a letter to Democratic Party delegates appealing for their support in her bid for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. In the letter, obtained by a copy, Williamson asked delegates to sign a petition and commit to an open nomination convention of the Democrats in August. A link was also included in the communication for Williamson to be proposed as a candidate. A candidate for the presidency or vice presidency can participate in the nomination process of the Democratic Party if they have at least 300 signatures from delegates at the convention. According to an AP survey of party delegates, US Vice President Kamala Harris has enough commitments to secure the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. Williamson had entered the presidential race against US President Joe Biden but then suspended her campaign, only to resume it later.
14:54 Harris Targets Republican Stronghold in Indiana
US Vice President Kamala Harris will seek the support of black women in the US state of Indiana for the presidential election in November. Three days after announcing her presidential campaign bid following President Joe Biden's withdrawal, Harris will speak today at a gathering of the student sorority Zeta Phi Beta in Indianapolis, traditionally comprised of Black women. No democratic presidential candidate has won the presidential election in Indiana since nearly 16 years, with voters in the state regularly choosing Republican candidates. In a statement, Harris' campaign co-chair Jen O'Malley Dillon emphasized the importance of women, non-white, and younger women and women voters for the success of the presidential campaign.
14:26 Biden to Address the Nation from the Oval Office
According to "Washington Post," President Biden plans to speak from the Oval Office today to the nation to announce his decision to withdraw from the presidential race and endorse Vice President Harris as the Democratic candidate. During the speech, scheduled for 8 pm local time, Biden is expected to also outline his priorities for the remaining months of his presidency.
13:45 Scholz Ducks Trump Contact Question
Chancellor Olaf Scholz declined to answer whether he had spoken with Donald Trump. He had spoken with members of both parties during his visit to the US, Scholz said. There is always the possibility of continued contacts, "regardless of how it goes in the US," he added, while also emphasizing his own government role. Scholz had met Trump during a G20 summit in his capacity as Finance Minister along with then Chancellor Angela Merkel.
13:21 Scholz on Harris: "She knows what she wants"
Scholz described the likely Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, as an experienced and competent politician. "She knows what she wants and what she can do."
12:41 Wray to Face Questions from Congress About Trump Assassination Attempt
FBI Director Christopher Wray is set to speak about the FBI's investigations into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. During a hearing in Congress, he will be questioned by representatives about new details regarding the motive and background of the shooter. Wray will also have to explain how the investigations against the 20-year-old shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, are progressing in the attempt on the presidential candidate.
11:50 Trump to Focus on Harris at Campaign Rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is holding his first public campaign rally since Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race for the White House. It is expected that the 78-year-old will focus his full attention on the likely Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, during his campaign stop in North Carolina. The approval of voters in the so-called Swing-State has been crucial for the Republicans in the past, and the Democrats consider the state significant.
11:05 Jagger: Harris Makes Clever Move Against Trump
Republicans have been targeting Harris since Biden's candidacy withdrawal. Political scientist Thomas Jagger sees the new figure as an early success for the Democrats. However, more needs to happen for them to win the election.
10:19 Clinton: Disinformation Campaign Against Harris
"The achievements and character of Kamala Harris will be distorted and tarnished by a flood of disinformation and hateful prejudices, which we have already heard from MAGA spokespeople," writes the former presidential candidate in the "New York Times." Harris and her team must push through the noise, make voters think critically about what they read, believe, and share. "I know how hard it can be for strong candidates to fight sexism and the double standards of American politics," so Clinton. She is proud that her two presidential campaigns made it seem normal for a woman to be at the head of the voter list.
09:47 Lechte: Harris Can Beat Trump
According to a new poll, Vice President Harris is slightly ahead of Trump in the presidential race. Can she defeat the Republican presidential candidate? And what implications would this have for the world and German foreign policy? ntv asks FDP foreign policy spokesperson Ulrich Lechte in the morning news.
09:08 The Green Goose - Harris Campaign uses the Summer Memes
Kamala Harris is running for the Democratic Presidency and at the same time undergoing an image transformation in public perception. Among the younger generation, this shift is being driven by memes that trace back to the British pop singer Charli XCX. She tweeted after Biden's withdrawal: "kamala IS goose" ("Kamala is a Goose"). The musician had released an album titled "Brat". "Brat" is not just a name but a lifestyle inspired by the excess and rave culture of the 2000s. The archetypal Brat, explained Charli later on TikTok, is "like the girl who's a little chaotic and loves to party and sometimes says dumb things, but then maybe has a breakdown, but somehow still celebrates". The album cover is also underlaid with a neon green, which is meant to represent the euphoria of a long night as well as the impending fall of a cat. The Harris campaign team is now making use of these elements, having colored the official Twitter page in brat-green. Additionally, the song "365" by Charli XCX was used to soundtrack one of the team's TikTok videos. Since then, countless Harris videos to songs by the British artist have been circulating on the internet, showing Harris dancing, making promises, or having laugh flashs.
Politicians have long used prominent figures to court young voters. They often tread on thin ice when trying to adopt the language of younger generations. For Millennials, Hillary Clinton's infamous "Pokémon go to the polls" from 2016 was considered "cringe". The influence of celebrities on the election was demonstrated last year by Taylor Swift. She urged her fans to vote in the primaries without endorsing a candidate and thus caused a surge in voter registrations.
08:32 Kamala Harris understands the "Power of Cooking"
Kamala Harris has made cooking videos into a campaign tool and has a particular interest in food-related issues such as hunger and agriculture. Cooking is also a form of meditation for her. "I don't think there's anyone who understands the power of cooking as well as Kamala," writes Alex Prud'homme, author of the book "Dinner With the President: Food, Politics and a History of Breaking Bread at the White House". Her cooking skills can be seen in the YouTube show "Cooking With Kamala", a short series filmed during the 2020 campaign. Harris has further explored the connection between cooking and politics during her first presidential campaign. In a YouTube video that was viewed six million times, she visited the actress Mindy Kaling. The two discussed their upbringing in Indian families while making a traditional Masala Dosa.
07:33 Trump: Jewish Americans should not support Democrats
Before Benjamin Netanyahu's planned speech in the US Congress, former President Donald Trump reiterated his belief that Jewish American voters cannot support Democratic candidates. In an interview with Newsmax, the Republican presidential candidate was asked about the Democratic agenda for "international matters and our allies like Israel." Trump replied, "It's amazing that they, that any Jewish person, anyone who is Jewish and, to be honest, has at least some respect for Israel and loves the country, can even think of voting for a Democrat." Many Jewish people in the US are not big fans of Israel, "something they never explained to me."
06:45 Republicans warn colleagues against sexism and racism in campaign
High-ranking Republicans are warning their party colleagues against racist and sexist attacks on the likely Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. During a closed-door meeting of Republican representatives in the House, the chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) urged members to limit their criticism to Harris' policy responsibilities for the US government. At the election, it's about political measures, not personalities, he said, according to reports from journalists after the meeting. "Their ethnic background or gender has nothing to do with it." The warnings point to the new risks for the Republicans in competing with a Democrat who, if elected, would be the first woman, the first Black, and the first Asian American to occupy the White House.
06:12 Democrats divided over Harris as vice president
Delegates at the Democratic National Convention express reservations about a quick nomination of Kamala Harris as the presidential candidate, according to interviews with around 250 delegates in the US by the New York Times. However, there is no clear consensus on who should be the vice presidential candidate: 16% of those surveyed said it should be Josh Shapiro, the governor of Pennsylvania, and 11% said it should be Mark Kelly, the senator from Arizona. Approximately 28% of those surveyed said they didn't know whom they would choose or didn't answer the question.
05:19 Trump criticizes Secret Service chief's resignation
Donald Trump criticized the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle, calling it too late. The beleaguered director had no other choice but to resign after the attempted attack on him, said the Republican presidential candidate. "I would say it should have happened within an hour, not nine or ten days," Trump told Newsmax, looking back on Cheatle's resignation. "That seems inevitable."
04:35 Trump spreads lies about Harris and Netanyahu
Donald Trump falsely accused Kamala Harris of refusing to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his current visit to the US. "It's quite amazing," Trump said in an interview with Newsmax, "that she's refusing to meet with him." In reality, a meeting between Netanyahu and the US vice president is scheduled for Thursday.
03:42 Musk denies report of $45 million donation to Trump
Tesla CEO Elon Musk refutes reports of a alleged $45 million donation to Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. "I never said I would donate $45 million to Trump," Musk tells conservative broadcaster Jordan Peterson in an interview. Musk's response comes in reaction to reports of potential financial support for Trump's campaign.
02:58 DIHK fears intensification between US and China after US election
The German Industry and Trade Chamber (DIHK) warns of a potential intensification of tensions between the US and China and more protectionism following the US presidential election. "Discussions in the US campaign about strengthened protectionism and the introduction of extensive import tariffs concern German companies with concern," says DIHK foreign trade chief Volker Treier to the Düsseldorf "Rheinische Post." German companies are very active in both markets. "Economic losses due to a growing fragmentation would be noticeable for companies and consumers in an economy as strongly interconnected as Germany," warns Treier. It's important to improve business conditions in Germany and Europe, especially through more trade agreements, such as in Latin America or the Indo-Pacific.
01:28 Secret Service advises Trump campaign against outdoor rallies
The Secret Service advises Donald Trump's campaign team to no longer hold large rallies outdoors, according to the "Washington Post," citing sources. The Secret Service expressed concerns to the team about large events under open skies. For upcoming events, Trump's team is looking for indoor venues that can accommodate thousands of people.
00:32 Trump campaign files complaint over fund transfer with Biden and Harris
The Trump campaign files a complaint with the Federal Election Commission against President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. According to the "New York Times," the Trump campaign accuses the two Democrats of violating campaign finance laws by transferring Biden's campaign funds to Harris. The Trump campaign's legal counsel refers to the transfer as a "brazen money grab," alleging that Harris is attempting to steal Biden's "remaining campaign funds in the amount of $91.5 million."
23:17 New poll: Over 3,000 delegates pledge support for Harris
More and more Democrats are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris. In a poll by the news agency AP, over 3,000 of the 3,949 delegates have pledged their support for Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee in August. This puts her significantly above the 1,976 delegate votes required to be certified as the nominee.
22:25 Scholz: Biden was misperceived in public
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that Joe Biden was "very disappointed" by his decision to withdraw from the presidential race, during an interview with Magenta TV. "I believe he truly did excellent work", Scholz continued. Biden had "ensured that transatlantic cooperation functioned well during very crisis-ridden times". Scholz mentioned that he had always had lengthy conversations with Biden, "which moved things and led to decisions we prepared together". Biden was "misperceived in public due to some television appearances and also because he doesn't move around like a 25-year-old", Scholz added. Regarding Kamala Harris as a potential replacement, Scholz stated: "She is an experienced and competent politician." Harris would "be clear" in her support for "the now so well-developed transatlantic cooperation".
22:03 Spokeswoman: Withdrawal demands on Biden are "laughable"
The White House Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, dismissed the withdrawal demands from the Republicans on Joe Biden as "laughable". She told ABC News that the staff at the White House still trusted "his leadership and his judgment". "The President has decided not to run for re-election. That's it. That's all he has decided", Jean-Pierre stated in her first interview since Biden's announcement of not seeking re-election. "This President is ready to continue leading this country in a historic way", she added.
21:38 Trump agrees to debate with Harris
Donald Trump is determined not to let Kamala Harris go unchallenged. The former US President told reporters during a phone conference that he was willing to engage in more than one debate with Harris. Shortly after, he added that he had not officially "agreed" to anything. "I agreed to debate Joe Biden", Trump told "Sky News". He continued: "But I want to debate her and she won't be any different, because she's making the same policies."
21:11 Harris to cheering crowd: We will stop Trump's abortion bans
Kamala Harris began her first campaign speech as a potential presidential candidate by addressing reproductive rights in the US. As she started her speech on "reproductive freedom", she received thunderous applause from the audience. "We will stop Donald Trump's extreme abortion bans because we trust women to make decisions about their own bodies", Harris said in Wisconsin. Women should not be dictated to by the government regarding what they should do, she emphasized. "And if Congress passes a law restoring reproductive freedoms, I, as President of the United States, will sign it."
20:56 Harris: "Quacks of all kinds," type "Donald Trump type"
Kamala Harris warned during her first campaign speech as a potential presidential candidate about another term of Donald Trump. In her role as District Attorney, she dealt with "quacks of all kinds," she said in Wisconsin. "Listen to me when I say that I know the Trump type." As District Attorney, she specialized in cases of sexual misconduct. "Now, Trump was found guilty of sexual misconduct. And: 'As Attorney General of California, I took on the big Wall Street banks and held them accountable for fraud. Trump was just found guilty in 34 cases of fraud.'
20:43 Harris: "We will win this election"
Kamala Harris praised President Joe Biden during her first campaign speech as a potential presidential candidate. It was one of the "greatest honors" of her life to serve him as Vice President, she said in her speech in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. "Joe's legacy and his achievements throughout his entire career and in the last three and a half years are unmatched in history." The Vice President continued: "In 2024, we will win again." And: "We are not afraid of hard work, we like hard work. And we will win this election."
20:34 Harris gives first campaign speech as potential presidential candidate - Huge crowd
Kamala Harris speaks for the first time in the campaign as a potential Democratic presidential candidate. She is expected on stage in these minutes in Milwaukee, Wisconsin - Tony Evers, the democratic governor of the state, announced the current Vice President. At the event, according to the Harris campaign, it concerns the largest of the Democratic Party in this year. According to reports, the venue had to be changed because they were "overwhelmed" with requests.
20:20 Harris leads in poll against Trump
US Vice President Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by a narrow margin of two percentage points in a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The survey was conducted on Monday and Tuesday. Harris led in the national poll with 44 percent to 42 percent for Trump. The margin of error was three percentage points. Among Democrats, the race for the presidential nomination is running for Harris.
02:15 Sentence 1: Despite announcing his withdrawal from the presidential race, US President Joe Biden endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as a replacement candidate for the November election.
02:15 Sentence 2: In his speech, Biden praised Harris' experience, toughness, and capability, highlighting her importance to his administration and the country.
01:55 Sentence 3: Trump, on the other hand, criticized Harris, labeling her as 'ultraliberal' and 'more liberal than Bernie Sanders' in his speeches.
01:14 Sentence 4: In preparation for a potential presidential campaign, Harris has begun searching for a suitable running mate, considering names like Senator Mark Kelly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and others.
00:22 Sentence 5: Leading Republicans have urged their colleagues to avoid racist comments about Vice President Harris and focus on her political achievements.
23:13 Sentence 6: With Biden out of the race, Democrats are focused on determining their presidential candidate before the party convention in August, with Vice President Kamala Harris being the only official candidate so far.
