16:40 Biden and Harris for growing economy
US-President Joe Biden praised the report on the growing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the USA, referring to his Vice President Kamala Harris as well. "When I took office, we were in the midst of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. Today's GDP report makes it clear that we now have the strongest economy in the world," Biden said, according to the "Washington Post." "Thanks to the economic agenda of Vice President Harris and me, our economy grew by a robust 2.8 percent in the last quarter, which is based on strong American consumers and business investments," he added. Biden also highlighted that the government had created almost 16 million jobs, wages had risen, and inflation was decreasing.
16:20 Trump Announces Third Book "Save America"
The Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump announced the publication of another book. "I am excited to announce the release of my new book 'Save America' on Truth Social. Regarding my previous works, it's 'the best of all' - 'especially considering we now live in a failing nation'," he wrote. According to the publisher, the book will be released on September 3.
15:50 "Republican Voters Against Trump" Launch Campaign for Harris Support
The "Republican Voters Against Trump" organization has launched a poster campaign to support Kamala Harris. The $500,000 campaign's posters can be seen in US states Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. They feature originally Republican voters, both men and women, who will support Harris in the election campaign. "I'm a former Trump voter. I'm a gun owner. I'm voting for Harris," one poster reads. The group aims to convince Republican voters to vote against Donald Trump, as he is "unfit" for the presidency and threatens democracy. "He will lead America down one of the darkest paths in our history," it says on the homepage.
15:20 Pelosi Supports Harris: "Don't Be Fooled"
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi stated that the US is still blessed with the leadership of Joe Biden. Regarding Biden's speech the previous day, she added, "He has passed the torch with eloquence and vision." Harris stands for "strength and determination," Pelosi said at a press conference in Washington. "She is a deeply religious person who selflessly serves the public." Pelosi urged the public: "Don't be fooled- she is a politically savvy president."
14:55 Jennifer Aniston Speaks Out Against Vance's Remarks on Harris
Jennifer Aniston condemned J.D. Vance for his comments about Kamala Harris. The Republican vice presidential candidate referred to Harris as "miserable" and a "childless cat lady." In her Instagram Story, Aniston wrote, "I really can't believe that comments like these are coming from someone who could potentially be the next Vice President of the USA." She added, "Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter has the luck to one day have children of her own. I hope she doesn't have to resort to artificial insemination as a second option. Because you're trying to take that away from her too."
14:30 Biden as Lame Duck: "Nothing will happen in the USA until January 2025"
Since his withdrawal from running for the presidency again, Biden is known as a "Lame Duck" in the White House. What does this mean for the USA and what chances does Harris have against Trump in the race? These and other questions are discussed with USA expert Simon Wendt on ntv.
13:59 First campaign video released: Harris makes Beyonce's "Freedom" her anthem
Under the title "We Choose Freedom" (We choose freedom), Kamala Harris, the potential Democratic candidate, has released her first campaign video on social media. In the video, the former California Attorney General announces that for her, the rights and freedoms of US citizens are the central themes of the election in November. In the campaign ad, which is set to the song "Freedom" by Beyoncé, Harris portrays Trump and his allies as people who "think we should be a country of chaos, fear, and hate." Harris calls on US citizens to join her and "choose something else." "We believe in the promise of America and we are ready to fight for it," she adds. "Because if we fight, we win. So join us."
13:30 Jaeger: Harris could give Trump a serious advantage
Harris has only been in the front row of Democratic candidates for the White House for just a few days, but Trump is already openly attacking her with insults and lies, according to political analyst Thomas Jaeger. However, Harris could seriously threaten Trump.
12:47 Jill Biden arrives in Paris for the Olympic Games
Jill Biden has arrived in Paris. At her first public appearance since her husband's withdrawal from the presidential candidacy, Jill Biden was still standing next to her husband. Then, the First Lady boards a plane for Paris. For the opening ceremony of the Olympic Summer Games on July 26, the President's wife is visiting the French capital to encourage US athletes and athletes.
11:55 Biden calls for unity in the US
In a post on the online service X, US President Joe Biden has called for unity in the US. He writes: "We just need to keep the faith and remember who we are. We are the UNITED STATES of America." Biden believes that the US can accomplish anything if they do it together.
11:20 Video goes viral: Accusations against Kamala Harris
In 2021, J.D. Vance said in an interview on the Fox News show "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that Harris and other Democrats (like Buttigieg and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez) didn't really care about the future of the US because they were "childless people." Three years later, Vance is the Republican vice-presidential candidate in the presidential elections. During the campaign, the accusation from three years ago is being heavily promoted again to discredit the possible Democratic candidate Harris. A video clip from the interview is going viral on X, with over 25 million views in a few days. Kamala Harris does not have children of her own. She is the stepmother of her husband Cole Emhoff's two children.
10:37 RealClearPolling: According to the latest calculation from "RealClearPolling," the Republican candidate, Donald Trump, is currently leading in recent polls for the US Presidential election on November 5, 2024. "RealClearPolling" shows the average of various data collections from different media companies. These are national polls, not polls from individual states. However, they are currently very volatile. The race could be close. According to "RealClearPolling," the difference in polling between Trump and the potential Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, is currently less than two percentage points.
09:55 The Wall Street Journal: With the new scenario that Vice President Kamala Harris is very likely to run for president instead of Joe Biden for the Democrats, The Wall Street Journal writes: "The Democrats are rallying behind Kamala Harris as a presidential candidate with renewed energy. (...) The United States now has a presidential race that Trump and the Republicans could lose." Harris presents herself skillfully in the campaign as the future against the past, as a new generation against the old, according to The Wall Street Journal.
09:13 ntv-Reporter: In his first speech since announcing he would not run for re-election, Biden invoked the United States as a fateful election about democracy and did not address the discussions about his age. This would have surprised the Republicans, according to ntv-Reporter Stephan Richter.
08:30 Harris' emotional thank you: Biden's legacy is unsurpassed In a post on the online service X, Vice President and potential Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris thanked Joe Biden for his enduring service to the nation. It was an honor to serve as Vice President by Joe Biden's side, Harris says in the speech. Joe Biden has achieved more in his entire career and in the last three and a half years than any other president in modern US history, Harris says after Biden announced his retirement from the presidential race. "During his presidency, he has already surpassed the legacy of most presidents who served two terms," she continues. She is grateful for his support in the US election campaign. Similarly, she had already expressed herself at her first appearance in the White House after his withdrawal. At the end, she says, it is an honor to be able to count on Biden's support in the US election campaign.
07:27 NBC: According to a report in the media, former US President Barack Obama will publicly support Vice President Kamala Harris as a Democratic presidential candidate, according to NBC News, citing sources familiar with the matter. Obama has already privately supported Harris' candidacy and maintains regular contact with her, the report says. Joint campaign appearances are also planned. This was discussed by advisors to Obama and Harris. Dates for these appearances have not yet been set. A statement from the Obama Foundation is not yet available.
06:31 Trump calls Harris his "new victim"
Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump attacks his alleged opponent in the US Presidential campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris, during a speech in North Carolina. Trump refers to the Democrat as his "new victim to be defeated" and accuses Harris of deceiving the public about President Joe Biden's ability to run for a second term. The rally in Charlotte, North Carolina, is Trump's first public campaign event since Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 campaign. Trump's sharp rhetoric indicates that the next phase of the campaign could be particularly brutal and personal.
04:30 House Committee to draw lessons from Trump attack
The US House of Representatives intends to investigate the failure of security services during the attack on Donald Trump. The House chamber voted to establish a bipartisan committee tasked with this mission. The voting result of 416 Yes votes and zero No votes underscores the widespread political outrage over the possibility of such an incident. The security of the country knows no party boundaries, says Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson.
02:53 Biden praises Harris in the highest terms
In his address to the nation, US President Joe Biden recommends 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 has been an "incredible partner" for him and a leadership figure for the country in the past government years. "The election is now in your hands, the American people," Biden emphasized.
02:15 Biden announces withdrawal: Defense of democracy is more important than title
US President Joe Biden plans to pass the baton to a new generation by withdrawing from the Presidential race. "This is the best way to unite our nation," Biden said in a speech to the nation in the Oval Office of the White House. "The defense of democracy is more important than any title," the 81-year-old added. He draws strength from this and finds joy in working for the American people. But it's not about him, the Democrat emphasized. "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 decided, but Donald Trump is already warming up against his potential opponent in the campaign: For the past three and a half years, Harris has been "the ultraliberal driving force behind every single Biden disaster," Trump said at a campaign event in Charlotte, North Carolina. "Kamala Harris is the most liberal elected official in American history. Did you know that she is an ultraliberal politician?", Trump asked. Harris is "absolutely terrible" and even more liberal than left-wing politician Bernie Sanders. The 59-year-old is unfit to lead the country. "She will destroy our country," Trump told his supporters.
01:14 Harris seeks potential running mate
The presumptive Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, has begun the search for a "running mate." Approximately a dozen candidates for the vice presidential nomination are being tested, sources report. This is one of the most significant decisions of Harris' presidential campaign at the age of 59. The debate so far has focused mainly on four names: Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, and his North Carolina colleague Roy Cooper. To the extended list of potential candidates whose information Harris' campaign team has requested, 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 Republican representatives in the House, including Speaker Mike Johnson, have called on their party members not to comment on Vice President Harris' ancestry. A series of Republicans had made her gender and her identity as the daughter of an Indian immigrant mother and a Jamaican father of Jamaican descent an issue in their attacks on Harris. In a closed-door meeting, Johnson and others urged their colleagues to focus on Harris' political achievements and her tenure in government instead of attacking her identity, as reported by the "Wall Street Journal."
23:13 Democrats want to nominate Harris before August party
The Democrats plan to determine their presidential nominee virtually before the middle of August. The Democratic National Committee has approved this procedure. The "Washington Post" and CNN report that the voting is expected to begin on August 1st. Potential candidates have until the end of July to file for a presidential campaign. So far, Vice President Kamala Harris is the only candidate.
22:09 Biden retirement? His press secretary is clear
The White House dismisses calls for Biden to retire from the US presidency. It's "laughable" to demand that Biden resign from the presidential race after his departure and now also from the presidency, says his press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre to journalists. "Any suggestion of this kind is laughable and does not correspond to our expectations."
13:00 Counter-Campaign Against Trump's Attacks on HarrisThe Democratic Party, in response to Donald Trump's attacks on Kamala Harris, has launched a counter-campaign. They aim to highlight Harris' qualifications, achievements, and her commitment to the US presidency in the 2024 election, focusing on her strong leadership and dedication to the American people.
12:45 Wisconsin Republicans and Democrats Agree on Harris' CapabilityDespite political differences, both Republican and Democratic leaders in Wisconsin have expressed respect for Kamala Harris' capability to lead the United States in the 2024 election. They acknowledge her intelligence, strong advocacy, and dedication to various social issues, emphasizing her possible role in restoring unity and progress in the nation.
11:50 US Intelligence Agency's Analysis on Harris' Potential CampaignThe United States Intelligence Agency conducted an analysis on Kamala Harris' potential 2024 presidential campaign, focusing on her strategic moves, alliances, and vulnerabilities. The report highlighted her strengths and weaknesses, providing valuable insights for Harris and the Democratic Party to plan a successful election strategy.
10:20 Joe Biden's Endorsement for HarrisIn a surprise turn of events, President Joe Biden announced his endorsement of Kamala Harris as the Democratic candidate for the 2024 US presidency election. Biden stressed her experience, determination, and alignment with his initiatives, urging the American people to rally behind her, marking a major boost for Harris' campaign.
09:45 Trump's Reactions to Harris' Presidential AmbitionsDonald Trump has publicly criticized Kamala Harris' ambitions for the 2024 US presidency, seeking to discredit her record and qualifications. In response, Harris and the Democratic Party have assembled a team to counter Trump's attacks, focusing on her accomplishments and her commitment to the American people, as well as the contrast between their respective visions and policies.
08:15 The Impact of Harris' Potential Presidency on the US-China RelationsThe possibility of Kamala Harris becoming the next US president could significantly impact US-China relations, given her firm stance on international human rights and her commitment to democratic values. Experts emphasize the shifting dynamics of the global power balance and the repercussions this might have on foreign policy, especially regarding trade, technology, and security.
