12:44 Biden might only have "days" left to resign
12:11 Local Police warned Secret Service they could not secure the building
The local police warned the Secret Service before Donald Trump's rally that they did not have sufficient resources to secure a building from whose roof shots were later fired at Trump. According to the "Washington Post," the police stated that they could not station a patrol car in front of the house. The newspaper referred to statements from the district attorney. A spokesperson for the Secret Service, Anthony Guglielmi, confirmed to the "Washington Post" the depiction. Guglielmi said that the proposal to station a patrol car and an officer outside the Agr International Building Complex on Saturday was part of the Secret Service's advance planning for securing the prominent building. This one has a wide-ranging roof with a clear view of the less than 150 meters distant rally stage.
11:39 Germany cannot appease Trump
There is hope that Trump will be more friendly towards Europe once NATO member states increase their defense spending. US expert Sandra Navidi is certain that Trump's criticism has other motives and would not be eliminated even with a defense budget of five percent.
11:06 Secret Service failure: Trump's bodyguard considered suspect an hour before the shootingNew insights from the investigation into the shooting of former US President Donald Trump increase the pressure on the security forces. An hour before the bodyguard fired at Trump, local security personnel identified the suspect in the crowd as suspicious - a "young man who behaved strangely," according to the "New York Times." The Secret Service, which protects the former president, was informed. However, the trail of the suspect was lost. At least two security personnel were called in to help with the search. Roughly 20 minutes before the shots were fired, a sniper discovered the attacker on a roof, it is further reported. Why the rally continued and Trump went on stage is one of many open questions for the Secret Service, writes the "New York Times."
10:33 Trump's vice candidate gives unusually soft speech
At the Republican convention, the Republicans are "primarily engaged in celebrating themselves," explains ntv correspondent Hanna Klouth. Of course, there are also attacks. Besides Joe Biden, these increasingly often target Kamala Harris. A conscious strategy shift? This is suggested by another detail.
10:05 Hundreds mourn for slain firemanHundreds of people gather for a funeral of the man shot during an attempted attack on Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. "Tonight it's about unity," says Kelly McCollough, who organized the vigil for Corey Comperatore. "We need clarity in this chaos. We need strength. We need healing." Political division and hate have no place in remembering the family man and chief of the volunteer fire department. Comperatore was fatally shot when a supporter at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania opened fire and wounded Trump at his ear. The 50-year-old Comperatore shielded his wife and children from the bullet and lost his own life in the process.
09:37 "New York Times": Biden "more open" to stepping down, sources sayAccording to sources cited by the "New York Times," President Joe Biden has become more open to arguments for why he should not run for re-election in the past few days. However, there have been no signs that he intends to change his position on the matter, the sources add. Biden has reportedly asked questions about how Vice President Kamala Harris could win the race, indicating that he may be adopting a more receptive stance privately than a week ago.
09:08 Security expert: Handling of potential Trump win "reckless""We could have prevented the worst," says security expert Frank Umbach about the first term of Donald Trump's presidency. Should the Republican presidential candidate be re-elected, Europe can expect a different scenario. Germany is reportedly unprepared for it.
08:32 Ex-CIA chief Panetta calls security lapses "alarming"Former CIA Director Leon Panetta expresses concern over security lapses in relation to the attempted attack on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, particularly in light of reports of Iranian threats against the former president. According to the British "Guardian," Panetta says in a podcast: "It's particularly alarming what we've found out: that the intelligence community has given information to the Secret Service about ... assassination threats from Iran against Trump as well as others, but they're reportedly alleged to have then increased his protection. And if that's true and they weren't able to set up a perimeter, then that's insane." He adds: "And if that's the case and they weren't able to establish a security cordon, then the excuse that this was somehow outside the event grounds is ridiculous."
07:55 Scholz: "We see, uncertainty is growing in America"
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns, looking at the US presidential campaign, of risky developments. "We see, uncertainty is growing in America - as it is in many affluent societies in the North," he says to T-Online. Uncertainty about the future leads to tensions in societies. Developments in the US would also have consequences for Germany. "The US is the world power number one and our most important alliance partner - everything that happens there is important for us," so Scholz. With regard to a possible victory of the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, Scholz says: "Government transitions are part of democracy. We are preparing ourselves, of course, for all possibilities, but we are not speaking publicly about the how."
07:25 Trump's Son: My Father has a "Lion's Heart"
The son of the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump praises his father's courage after the weekend attack. "What was my father's instinct when his life was at stake? Not to cower, not to give up," Don Trump Jr. said at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. His father had shown the whole world that the next American president would have a "Lion's Heart." During Trump's son's speech in Milwaukee, a photo was shown on the screens of the 78-year-old with a bloodied face and an outstretched fist in front of a US flag.
06:53 Pelosi increases pressure on Biden
Now also she: According to a CNN report, Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, informed President Joe Biden that, according to polls, he could not win against Donald Trump. Biden could destroy the chances of the Democrats to regain control of the House of Representatives. CNN reports, citing four sources who were informed about the phone call. None of the sources told CNN that Pelosi had asked Biden to withdraw his candidacy. Pelosi still has significant influence among the Democrats.
06:31 Vance pays homage to Trump: "A beloved father and grandfather"
The vice presidential candidate, J.D. Vance, presents Donald Trump at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee as a man of political moderation. "In a moment, he can stand defiantly against an assassin and call for national healing. He is a beloved father and grandfather," the 39-year-old senator says in his first major speech since his nomination as vice president. "Consider what they said. They said he was a tyrant. They said he had to be stopped at all costs," Vance continues - without specifying who they are. But how did former President Trump react to the attack, Vance wondered. "He called for national unity, for national peace, literally, after an assassin had almost taken his life." Vance himself had accused President Biden of being responsible for the attack on Trump. Vance takes the nomination officially during his speech in Milwaukee.
**05:57 Trump's Granddaughter Speaks for the First Time on a Stage - "She's the First Time on a Stage" - Trump's Granddaughter speaks at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, introduced by Donald Trump's son Don Jr. "She's the First Time on a Stage", Don Jr. announces his eldest daughter. "Kai Madison Trump!" Ex-President Trump, who will speak at the convention on Friday night but is present in the arena every day, smiles at the 17-year-old from the podium. "He always encourages me to keep going", Kai Trump said. "Of course, he sets the bar pretty high - but who knows, maybe one day I'll catch up to him." She also spoke about the weekend's attack. "I just wanted to know if he's okay", she said. Her grandfather had to "go through hell" because of all the people, "but he's still standing. Grandpa: You're an inspiration and I love you".
05:25 Trump's Vice Presidential Candidate Vance Focuses on the Working Class
The designated Vice Presidential candidate of Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, will present himself at the Republican National Convention as the son of an industrial city in Ohio and a fighter for the working class. This is evident from an excerpt of his speech that was released in advance. The 39-year-old will emphasize his background from impoverished circumstances and sharply criticize the economic and trade policies of the Democrats under President Joe Biden. "Career politicians" like Biden are responsible for a trade policy that has harmed families like his. "President Trump's vision is simple - we will not serve Wall Street, but commit to the workers." We will not import foreign labor, but fight for American citizens." Vance, who has gone from being the child of a single mother to a Yale graduate and successful risk capital investor, will directly address the working and middle class in the swing states of Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan - three "Swing States" in the Rust Belt that could decide the election on November 5.
05:00 Trump Ally Navarro: "I Am Your Alarm Clock"
The former economic advisor to ex-US President Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, will be welcomed with frenzied enthusiasm at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on the day of his release from prison. Navarro had served a four-month prison sentence in March for contempt of Congress for refusing to hand over documents and testify before a House investigative committee about the Capitol storm. "If they get Trump, be careful. They'll come for you next", Navarro said in his speech, among other things, against President Joe Biden. Biden's administration is responsible for their and Trump's legal problems. "If we don't control our government, they will control us." The Democrats had also targeted children, wanting to indoctrinate them with their "toxic ideas", according to Navarro. "I went to jail so you wouldn't have to", the 75-year-old added. "I am your alarm clock".
04:14 Trump Supporters Bandage Their Ears
The bandage on Donald Trump's ear inspires a few supporters at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee: Some Republicans attach a safety pin as a sign of solidarity to their ear. However, it cannot be spoken of as a mass phenomenon.
03:31 Transatlantic Coordinator: It's also about US interests in the Ukraine conflict
The Transatlantic Coordinator of the German government, Michael Link, recommends Europeans to handle constructively with a new Republican administration if Donald Trump wins the presidency. Europeans should clearly make it clear that the Ukraine conflict is also about US interests: "Because if Russia wins in Ukraine, who benefits then? China," says the FDP politician. In conversations, he hears in the US constantly that the greatest challenge is China, "for some economically, for some militarily, for some in both aspects." This point should be emphasized especially on the Republican side.
02:40 Vance on Attack: Had Fear "that we had just lost a great President"
Just before his speech at the Republican convention, US Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance engaged in media manipulation and called Trump a president: "The contrast between the lies the media spread about President Trump and the man we all really know, we saw clearly on Saturday," says Vance. He had great fear, "that we had just lost a great President," when shots rang out at a campaign event on Saturday and Trump took shelter for safety. "And then he stands up a minute later, after they shot at him - they literally shot at him - and he raises his fist in the air and says: 'Fight! Fight! Fight!'", so Vance.
01:51 Ex-Ambassador Grenell advocates "America first" in foreign policy
The former US Ambassador to Germany, Richard Grenell, pleads at the Republican convention for a foreign policy that puts American interests first. "We have interfered in the affairs of other countries and signed treaties that only benefited other nations. We have ignored the priorities of America for too many years," says he in Milwaukee. "This happened when Washington stopped being the capital of the United States and started being the capital of the world." Grenell is being considered as a candidate for the position of US Secretary of State if Trump wins the election.
01:17 Democratic Party Leader Schumer advises Biden against re-election
The Democratic Majority Leader in the US Senate, Chuck Schumer, advised President Joe Biden according to a media report at a meeting on Saturday to end his re-election campaign. Schumer told the 81-year-old that his withdrawal would be better for the country and the Democratic Party, reports US broadcaster ABC News. No official confirmation of this information is available.
00:24 Biden tests positive for Corona
US President Joe Biden has tested positive for the Coronavirus. The 81-year-old feels "well," explains the White House. Biden himself says he feels "good." Biden will go to his private home in the state of Delaware, isolate himself there, and carry out all his duties in full during this time, informs his spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre. The 81-year-old has been vaccinated.
23:07 Kreml welcomes Ukraine stance of Vance
In the Kremlin, the positions of Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance regarding Ukraine are met with a positive response. Vance advocates for peace, for ending aid, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated at a press conference in the United Nations Security Council. "We can only welcome this, as it is indeed necessary to stop the supply of weapons to Ukraine, and the war will end". Further, Lavrov expressed that Russia is ready to "work with any American president chosen by the American people", as long as he is "willing to engage in equal, respectful dialogue".
21:58 Report: Biden insults Democrats in age debate
During a telephone conference with House Democrats on Saturday, US President Joe Biden reportedly berated Representative Jason Crow. According to CNN, Crow, a Democrat from Colorado, candidly shared concerns among voters about his strength and stamina. With references to two trusted sources, the exchange became even more contentious. In the heated debate about his age, his demeanor, and Biden's reticence in NATO, the US President allegedly called Crow "Let that shit go". Eventually, Crow, according to CNN, retracted his remarks and expressed his restraint to the angry Biden.
21:17 New York Governor warns against Trump and Vance agenda
New York Governor Kathy Hochul expresses her views on J.D. Vance's potential nomination as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate for the 2024 US Presidential elections. The 65-year-old Democrat writes: "Trump's Vice President J.D. Vance advocates for a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions." The US Politician has been New York's Governor since August 24, 2021. She is the first woman to hold this position. "The agenda of Trump and Vance poses an unprecedented threat to women's rights in this country. Period", Hochul continues.
20:45 Trump assassination attempt triggers wave of conspiracy theories
Shortly after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, social media platforms like TikTok were flooded with conspiracy theories - the attack was allegedly staged, it was claimed. ntv fact-checking expert Burak Kahraman explains how to identify false reports.
20:17 Navidi: Why more wealthy individuals are backing Trump
The implementation of the demands from the conservative manifesto "Project 2025" would have far-reaching consequences for the US economy, knows Sandra Navidi. In an ntv interview, the financial expert explains the potential consequences of higher taxes for the US economy and why business leaders from Silicon Valley are now supporting Trump with donations.
You can read about earlier developments here.**
- Despite the local police warning the Secret Service about insufficient resources to secure a building, shots were fired at former President Donald Trump during his rally in Wisconsin.
- In the aftermath of the shooting incident, it was reported that the Secret Service was informed an hour beforehand about a suspicious individual in the crowd, but they lost the trail of the suspect.
- The failed security measures at Donald Trump's rally in Wisconsin have raised concerns within US Intelligence Agencies, especially given the potential threats from foreign entities such as Iran.
- As the 2024 United States Presidency Election approaches, both Democrats and Republicans are making attempts to gain support from key states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, where the margin of victory can significantly impact the outcome.
- Joe Biden is reportedly facing increasing pressure from within his party to reconsider his decision to run for re-election, with concerns over his ability to win against Donald Trump.
- Some Republicans have accused President Joe Biden and Democrats of being responsible for the attempted assault on Donald Trump, which has become a central talking point in the 2024 United States Presidential Election campaigns.
