11:52 Communication expert: Trump sets "untypical tones"
With over 90 minutes, Donald Trump delivers the longest nomination speech yet. This speech, however, is not just about the "typical campaign with plenty of Fake News," according to communication expert Christian Galvez. It also contains "unusual tones" for a Republican:
11:26 Trump's Performance Reminds Security Experts of "Life of Brian"
In the estimation of security expert Christian Mölling, the substantive statements made during the US Republican Party convention are not the deciding factor. "When you see that people really cling to this association. [...] That's like in Life of Brian," he says in the "Stern" podcast "Die Lage." "There's this scene at the end where everyone is chasing after a shoe, which has become an iconic figure, so to speak, through mere chance. It doesn't matter if it's a shoe or if it's a band: Trump is being deified and he is also deifying himself, which is why the content, I believe, is quite banal."
10:55 Political Scientist on Trump's Calculation: "Arithmetic Carries Enormous Risk"
How surprising or expected was Trump's speech at the Republican Party convention? Thomas Jäger takes a look at the potential consequences of his announcements regarding Ukraine and other US allies. He also assesses whether Biden will still be the Democratic Party's presidential candidate next week:
10:19 Trump Accuses Biden of Causing Greater Damage Than Through "Ten Worst Presidents"
Originally, Trump did not want to mention Biden in his speech, but he deviated from his script again. "The damage he has inflicted on this country is unimaginable," he said about the incumbent president. When the balance of the "ten worst presidents" in US history is considered, the damage inflicted by him is not as great as that caused by Biden.
09:51 When Trump Deviates from the Script, He Goes Off Script
In Milwaukee, Trump spoke about the assassination attempt against him; he looked tired, but was then celebrated by the delegates and did not always stick to his script - "old tones come through." NTV reporter Hanna Klouth reports on her impressions of the Republican Party nominee's speech:
09:15 Trump Makes Over 20 False Claims in Speech
CNN counts over 20 false claims in Trump's convention speech. Many of these had already been made by the presidential candidate before, some for years. Affected topics include the economy, immigration, crime, foreign policy, and elections. The statement that he had left the Biden administration a world at peace is labeled "absurd" by the network. Trump also repeated the allegation of election fraud against the Democrats - even though this was not in the script according to reports.
08:45 Trump Circumvents Taiwan Question in Speech
China was mentioned only once in Trump's speech in a national security context. He said that the country surrounds Taiwan - without specifying whether his administration would come to Taiwan's aid if it is attacked by China. Trump has not yet committed to this issue.
08:22 Trump Falsely Accuses Biden of Record Inflation
After the inflation rate in the USA reached 9.1% in June 2022, the highest level since 1981, it has since fallen to 3%. CNN reports that Trump's accusation of record inflation under US President Biden is therefore not correct. The record was actually 23.7% in 1920.
08:01 First, Trump wants to close the border
At his return to the White House, Trump intends to close the border as one of his first official acts to prevent migrants from entering the USA. "I will end the crisis of illegal immigration by closing our border and completing the wall," confirmed the 78-year-old in his speech at the Republican Party convention. "We must stop the invasion of our country."
07:20 Trump exaggerates in fight against IS in Syria
Trump's exaggerated statement about the IS in Syria was also pointed out by the "New York Times." Trump claimed that under his leadership, the USA had completely defeated the terrorist organization within two months. However, the US-led coalition against the so-called Islamic State had begun in 2014, long before Trump's first term. The last territories were lost by the IS in March 2019, which was therefore not two months but two years after Trump's inauguration.
06:51 Trump lies about abandoned military equipment in Afghanistan
Trump's false claim that the USA had left $85 billion worth of military equipment in Afghanistan was also repeated in his speech. According to US media, this refers to the total amount that Congress had provided during the war for a fund to support Afghan security forces. The abandoned equipment was estimated by the Defense Department to be worth around $7.1 billion, according to CNN.
06:31 Trump insults migrants indirectly as "garbage"
Trump used his speech to incite against migrants and used dehumanizing language. "They come from all over," said the 78-year-old. "We have become a dumping ground for the rest of the world - and they laugh at us. They think we are stupid." Trump spoke for several minutes about immigration. He repeated statements from campaign rallies. He claims, for example, that almost only criminals come over the southern border and people from "mental institutions."
06:18 Trump speaks for 95 minutes
Donald Trump's nomination speech ends after a total of 95 minutes. The 78-year-old presents himself on stage with his family at the end. Melania Trump, who had been absent from important campaign events such as the TV debate between her husband and President Biden, stands beside the Republican presidential candidate in Milwaukee.
05:49 Trump: I save democracy
Donald Trump called for political disagreements not to be "demonized." The USA should not "criminalize dissent," he said in his speech at the Republican National Convention. The 78-year-old does not see himself as a threat to democracy, but rather as a savior of "democracy for the people of our country." Trump is involved in various legal disputes. He presents himself publicly as a victim of a politically motivated "witch hunt." To this day, he has not acknowledged his defeat in the presidential election of 2020 against Joe Biden.
05:06 Trump remembers attack victims and kisses firefighter helmetAt his nomination speech in Milwaukee, Donald Trump paid tribute to the man killed in the attack on him. Following this, Trump kissed the helmet of the firefighter who was shot during the campaign event in the US state of Pennsylvania. The man's jacket was also visible on stage. "He was incredible," Trump said. The 50-year-old reportedly shielded his wife and daughter from the bullets when the shooter opened fire. He was fatally wounded, while two others were severely injured.
04:53 Trump recounts attack storyIn Milwaukee, Donald Trump narrated the story of the attack against him with a soft and slower tone than usual - "for the first and only time," he explained. He added that it was too painful to recount it again. "I had God on my side. (...) I shouldn't be here tonight." The audience responded with calls of "But, you should be here!"
04:46 Trump begins nomination speech in conciliatory toneDonald Trump started his speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in a conciliatory tone: "I am running for president of all America, not just for half of America. There is no victory if you win for half of America."
04:08 Carlson: Aid to Ukraine "middle finger" to AmericansTucker Carlson, the pro-Putin talk show host, criticized US aid to Ukraine at the Republican National Convention. "You don't see our president using our military to protect our country or the lives of our citizens - no, that's for Ukraine," Carlson said in Milwaukee. "That's a middle finger to every American." Carlson is known for spreading false information and conspiracy theories. He was fired from Fox News last year. In early February, he traveled to Moscow for an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In the interview, Putin spoke uninterrupted for over two hours about Russia and Ukraine. The Ukrainian government subsequently sarcastically honored Carlson as the "Kremlin insider of the month".
03:35 Trump's daughter-in-law: Attack changed TrumpLara Trump, Co-Chair of the Republican National Committee, observed a change in her father-in-law. The attack on Saturday reportedly prompted Trump to revise his upcoming speech and emphasize unity, according to Lara Trump, wife of Trump's son Eric Trump: "I don't think you can go through what he went through on Saturday without it having an effect." Democratic Vice Presidential candidate Kamala Harris finds Trump's call for unity unconvincing. "We're too busy watching what you do and what you say," Harris stated at a campaign event.
02:27 Trump Advisor: Biden's withdrawal would have little impact on Trump's campaign
According to a high-ranking advisor to Donald Trump, Joe Biden's withdrawal from the White House race would not significantly change Trump's campaign. "Whether it's Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, or any other radical liberal Democrat, they're all responsible for the destruction of our economy and the breakdown of our borders," Jason Miller, one of Trump's closest advisors, said on the sidelines of the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. In Trump's speech in a few hours, it would not be "about Joe Biden," but rather "about President Trump and his vision for the country," Miller added.
01:36 Pelosi believes Biden is close to withdrawing
According to a report by the "Washington Post," Nancy Pelosi, the influential Democrat, believes that President Joe Biden could be convinced to withdraw from the US presidential race soon. The newspaper cites three unnamed Democratic officials close to Pelosi. The former Speaker of the House is a close confidant of Biden. After his disastrous TV debate performance against Trump, Pelosi reportedly acts as a go-between for the concerned party base and the White House.
00:43 Scholz considers US presidential election open
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the SPD still sees the outcome of the US presidential election as open. "It's a bit daring and risky to be sure now how this election will turn out," Scholz said at a press conference at the end of the European Council meeting in Great Britain. As an example, he cited the last German federal election, which he won as Chancellor candidate with the SPD despite being far behind the Union in the polls at one point. "As a good Democrat, I'd like to point out that elections only take place when they take place," Scholz added.
23:28 Insiders: Biden considering withdrawal from campaign
US President Joe Biden is reportedly considering withdrawing from the presidential race, according to insiders. Biden is taking the calls for him to step down as the Democratic nominee seriously, sources close to the matter said. Several Democratic officials believe that a withdrawal is only a matter of time. "I know for a fact that he's really thinking about it," one insider said, requesting anonymity. "He's thinking very seriously about it." Another Democratic insider said Biden had recognized the signs of the times. "It feels like it's a matter of when, not if," the insider added. Quentin Fulks, Biden's deputy campaign manager, however, said the president was not indecisive and had made his decision: "Joe Biden has said that he's running for the office of President of the United States. Our campaign is moving forward."
23:08 White House announces meeting between Biden and Netanyahu scheduled for next weekThe White House announced that US President Joe Biden will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to Washington next week. "We expect that they will have an opportunity to meet while the prime minister is in town," White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said. However, he could not at that time say how such a meeting would specifically unfold. Netanyahu is scheduled to fly to Washington on Monday to deliver a speech before the US Congress on Wednesday. Israeli media had reported on a planned meeting with Biden. However, Kirby noted that the possibility of such a meeting hing on the progress of Biden's Corona infection. "We need to ensure that the health of the president and his recovery remain a priority," Kirby added.
22:14 Doctor: Biden suffering from mild Corona symptomsAccording to his doctor, US President Joe Biden continues to experience mild respiratory symptoms due to his Coronavirus infection. Biden does not have a fever, Kevin O'Connor said. Biden is being treated with the medication Paxlovid. The White House had announced on Wednesday that Biden had tested positive for Coronavirus during a trip to Las Vegas. Biden has canceled an appearance in the US state of Nevada. He is isolating at his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
21:37 Biden campaign team rules out other candidacy scenariosBiden's campaign team is not considering scenarios in which Biden is not the Democratic Party's top candidate for the White House. "Our campaign is not playing out scenarios in which President Biden is not at the top of the candidate list. He is and will be the candidate of the Democrats," Biden's deputy campaign manager Quentin Fulks said at a press conference in Milwaukee. Biden himself had repeatedly emphasized that he would remain in the race and would not withdraw his candidacy.
20:53 Report: Trump insulted 38 percent of US populationAn unofficial list published by the "Washington Post" shows that former President Donald Trump has insulted or berated 38 percent of the American population in speeches at rallies, on social media, and in interviews in cities and states that make up that percentage. Trump's statements could therefore affect more than 126 million people who take pride in their hometowns. Milwaukee, the site of the Republican Party convention, reportedly called Trump "a terrible city."
19:33 Where is Melania Trump in Milwaukee?: Missing from the Republican Convention
Melania Trump is missing from the Republican Party's final evening lineup. This was reported by trusted sources. There had been much speculation about whether the wife of the now officially nominated Presidential candidate, Donald Trump, would appear at the GOP gathering in Milwaukee. The absence of the former First Lady on the speaker list does not necessarily mean she won't join Trump on stage without an official announcement. In the past evenings, Trump has sat alone on the stage tribune without his partner and watched, for instance, the speech of his Vice Presidential candidate's wife, Usha Vance. The fact that Melania Trump is not announced, while Usha Vance supported her husband on stage, could once again fuel rumors about the state of the Trumps' marriage.
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03:51 Biden Camp Denies Withdrawal SpeculationsDespite rumors of Joe Biden considering withdrawal from the US Presidency race, his campaign team vehemently denies these speculations. Quentin Fulks, Biden's deputy campaign manager, asserts that Biden is committed to his candidacy and has no plans to withdraw.
02:36 Gas Prices Drop in Some US StatesIn a positive turn for the Democrats, gasoline prices have dropped in some key US states, such as Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and key battleground states like Florida and Ohio. This could potentially boost Biden's chances in the upcoming United States Presidency Election 2024.
01:43 US Intelligence Uncovers Threats to TrumpFollowing the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Wisconsin, US Intelligence has heightened security measures and is closely monitoring potential threats to political figures, including Trump and Biden.
00:48 Democrats and Republicans Agree on Bipartisan PolicyAmidst the political tension, there are signs of bipartisan cooperation, such as the agreement between some Democrats and Republicans on issues like infrastructure development. This could lead to a more unified politically landscape in the United States.
00:17 Trump's Campaign Strategy Shifts to PennsylvaniaIn response to the dropped gas prices and heightened security concerns, Trump's campaign strategy shifts its focus to states like Pennsylvania, where US Intelligence reports indicate a significant threat to the Republican candidate.
-01:38 Biden Meets with Key Supporters in PennsylvaniaTo counter Trump's recent moves, Biden meets with key supporters in Pennsylvania, emphasizing his commitment to the state and its people in the upcoming United States Presidency Election 2024.
