17:50 Harris' stepdaughter contradicts Vance's 'Cat Woman'-statements
After J.D. Vance called Kamala Harris "miserable" and "childless cat lady," her stepdaughter, Ella Emhoff, responds on her Instagram Story. She writes: "How can one be 'childless' when they have sweet kids like Cole and me?" She adds: "I love my three parents." Ella Emhoff is the biological child of Harris' husband Doug Emhoff. His ex-wife condemned Vance's comments about Harris earlier as "baseless attacks." Harris is described as "loving, nurturing, protective, and always present" in her role as a parent.
17:20 Harris: We want to ban weapons and books
In her speech before the American Federation of Teachers in Houston, Kamala Harris first praised US President Joe Biden. His speech in the Oval Office shows "what true leadership looks like." Harris then thanked the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and called them "a proud product of public education." Harris criticized the "conservative culture warriors" who want to limit education on ethnicity and gender. "We want to ban assault weapons and they want to ban books. Can you imagine?" she said and added: "They have the audacity to tell teachers they should strap themselves with a weapon in the classroom." For her statements, she received much applause from the teachers and union members.
17:55 Harris condemns "despicable" actions at Washington protest
Kamala Harris condemned some actions during the protests in Washington the previous day. In response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech before Congress, some demonstrators and demonstrators tore down and burned the American flag. "Yesterday in Washington D.C., we saw despicable actions from unpatriotic protesters and dangerous, hate-fueled rhetoric," Harris said. Pro-Hamas graffiti and rhetoric are despicable and "should not be tolerated in our country." She added: "I condemn the burning of the American flag. This flag is a symbol of our highest ideals as a nation and represents the promise of America."
17:25 Trump allegedly disparaged people with disabilities
Fred C. Trump III accuses his uncle Donald Trump of disparaging people with disabilities. In his upcoming book "All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way," Fred Trump writes about a meeting with his uncle during Trump's presidency in 2020. The former president is said to have commented on people with disabilities: "The condition they're in, all the costs, maybe we should just let those people die." The relationship between Fred Trump and his uncle has been strained since then. According to his own statements, Fred Trump's nephew himself has a child with a disability. Trump is reported to have once said about this child: "I don't know. He doesn't recognize you. Maybe you should just let him die and move to Florida." The corresponding passages of the book were previously leaked to the "Times" Magazine. Trump has not reacted to a request for comment.
17:00 Trump: Israel must end war "quickly"
Republican US Presidential candidate Donald Trump urged for a rapid end to the Gaza War and the release of hostages from Hamas's grip a day before his scheduled meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Israel must end the war 'quickly'," Trump said in an interview with the US broadcaster Fox. In addition, the country needs to "get a better grip on its public relations." Trump also criticized those who protested Netanyahu's speech before the US Congress in the interview.
16:40 Biden praises himself and Harris for growing economy
US President Joe Biden praised the report on the growing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the US. He also mentioned his Vice President Kamala Harris. "When I took office, we were in the midst of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. Today's GDP report shows that we now have the strongest economy in the world," Biden said, according to the "Washington Post." "Thanks to 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." Biden also pointed out that the government had created almost 16 million jobs, wages had risen, and inflation was decreasing.
16:20 Trump announces third book "Save America"
Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump announced the publication of another book. "I'm excited to announce the release of my new book 'Save America' on Truth Social," he wrote on his platform. Regarding his previous works, he added, "it's the best of all - especially considering we're now living in a failing nation." According to the publisher, the book is set to be released on September 3.
15:50 "Republican Voters Against Trump" launch campaign for Harris support
The group "Republican Voters Against Trump" has launched a poster campaign for Kamala Harris' support. 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, expressing their support for Harris in the election campaign. "I'm a former Trump voter. I'm a gun owner. I'm voting for Harris," reads one poster. The group aims to convince republican voters to vote against Trump, as he is "unfit" for the presidency and a threat to democracy. "He will lead America down one of the darkest paths in our history," reads the group's 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 Biden's leadership. Regarding Biden's speech the previous day, she added, "He 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 astute president."
14:55 Jennifer Aniston criticizes Mike Pence for his remarks about Kamala Harris
Jennifer Aniston has criticized Mike Pence for his comments about Kamala Harris. The Republican vice presidential candidate referred to Harris as "miserable" and a "childless woman." In her Instagram Story, Aniston writes that she "really can't believe" such comments are coming from a potential next Vice President of the USA. She adds: "Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter has the luck of having her own children one day. I hope she doesn't have to resort to artificial insemination as a second option. Because they'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 the race for the presidency, Biden has been referred to as a "lame duck" in the White House. What does this mean for the USA and what chances does Harris have in the race against Trump? These and other questions are discussed with USA expert Simon Wendt on ntv.
13:59 First campaign video released: Harris makes Beyoncé'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 core issues 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 urges 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 when we fight, we win. So join us."
13:30 Jaeger: Harris could give Trump a serious advantage
Just a few days into the race, Harris is in the front row among Democrats in the fight for the White House, and Trump is already openly criticizing her with insults and lies, according to political analyst Thomas Jaeger. However, Harris could seriously challenge 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 race, Jill Biden was seen with her husband. Then, the First Lady boards a plane for Paris. To 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 hold on to our faith and remember who we are. We are the UNITED STATES of America." There is nothing the US cannot accomplish, Biden believes, "if we do it together."
11:20 Video goes viral: Allegations against Kamala HarrisJ.D. Vance stated in an interview on Fox News' "Tucker Carlson Tonight" in 2021 that Harris and other Democrats, including Buttigieg and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, didn't have a "real direct interest" in the future of the USA 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 that time is being heavily promoted to discredit potential Democratic candidate Harris. A video from the interview is going viral. Fewer than 25 million people have viewed the video in just a few days. Kamala Harris has no children of her own. She is a stepmother to her husband Cole Emhoff's two children.
10:37 "RealClearPolling"-Poll shows Trump ahead of HarrisAccording to the latest calculation by "RealClearPolling," the Republican candidate, Donald Trump, is currently leading in the 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. The difference between Trump and the potential Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, is currently less than two percentage points according to "RealClearPolling."
09:55 "Wall Street Journal": Trump could lose to HarrisRegarding the new scenario that Vice President Kamala Harris might 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: Republicans were surprised by BidenIn his first speech since announcing his decision not to run for re-election, Biden spoke of the United States as a fateful election about democracy and made no mention of the discussions about his age. This may have surprised the Republicans, according to ntv-Reporter Stephan Richter.
08:30 Harris' emotional thank you: Biden's legacy is unmatchedIn a post on the online platform X, US Vice President and potential Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris thanked Joe Biden for his enduring service to the nation. It has been an honor to serve as Vice President by Joe Biden's side, Harris says in the statement. 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 presidency. "During his presidency, he has already surpassed the legacy of most presidents who served two terms," she adds. She is grateful for his support in the US election campaign. Similarly, she had already expressed her gratitude at her first appearance in the White House after Biden's retirement. 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: Obama to publicly support Harris' presidency bid
According to a media report by NBC News, citing sources privy to the conversations, the former US President Barack Obama will publicly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate. Obama has already privately supported Harris' candidacy and maintains regular contact with her. Plans for joint campaign appearances are reportedly in the works. However, no dates for these have been set yet. The Obama Foundation has yet to issue a statement.
06:31 Trump calls Harris his "new victim"
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump attacked his alleged opponent in the US presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris, during a speech in North Carolina. Trump referred to the Democrat as his "new victim, one that needs to be beaten" and accused Harris of deceiving the public about President Joe Biden's ability to run for a second term. The rally in Charlotte, North Carolina, was Trump's first public campaign event since Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race. Trump's sharp rhetoric suggests that the next phase of the campaign could be particularly brutal and personal.
04:30 Congress committee to draw lessons from Trump attack
The US House of Representatives will 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 unanimous vote of 416 in favor and zero against underscores the widespread horror over the possibility of such an incident. Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy commented that the security of the country transcends party lines.
02:53 Biden praises Harris in the highest terms
In his address to the nation, President Joe Biden recommended Vice President Kamala Harris as a replacement candidate for the November election. "She has experience. She is tough. She is capable," Biden said of his vice president. Harris, he added, had been an "incredible partner" for him during his tenure and a leadership figure for the country. "The election is now in your hands, the American people," Biden emphasized.
02:15 Biden announces withdrawal: Defending democracy more important than title
President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the presidential race in a speech to the nation from the Oval Office of the White House. "I am passing the baton to a new generation," Biden said. "This is the best way to unite our nation." Biden continued, "Defending democracy is more important than any title." The 81-year-old Democrat drew strength and found joy in serving the American people, he added, but emphasized that it was never about him. "It's about you. Your families. Your future."
01:55 Trump: Harris is more liberal than Bernie SandersTrump's presidential campaign is not yet sealed, but the Republican is already warming up against his potential opponent: For three and a half years, Harris, the current vice president, has been the driving force behind every Biden catastrophe, the Republican claimed at a campaign event in Charlotte, North Carolina. "Kamala Harris is the most liberal elected politician in American history. Did you know that she's an ultra-liberal politician?", Trump asked. 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 mateThe 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 considered, sources report. It is one of the most significant decisions of Harris' presidential campaign. 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 colleague Roy Cooper in North Carolina. 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 HarrisLeading Republican representatives in the House, including Speaker Mike Johnson, have called on their party members not to comment on Harris' ancestry. A series of Republicans had made her gender and her heritage as the daughter of an Indian immigrant and a father from Jamaica an issue in their attacks on Harris. In a closed-door meeting, Johnson and others advised their colleagues to focus on Harris' political achievements and her time in public service instead of attacking her identity, as reported by the "Wall Street Journal."
23:13 Democrats want to nominate Harris before the party convention in mid-AugustThe Democrats plan to nominate their presidential candidate virtually before the party convention in mid-August. The responsible committee of the Democratic Party has approved this procedure. The "Washington Post" and CNN report that the voting is expected to begin on August 1. Potential candidates have until the end of July to file their presidential campaign. So far, Vice President Harris is the only candidate.
22:09 Biden retirement? His press secretary is clearThe White House rejects calls for Biden to retire from the presidency. It's "ridiculous" to demand that Biden resign from the race for the presidency now that he has already stepped down, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told journalists. "Any suggestion of this nature is ridiculous and does not align with our views."
1. Despite criticism from trump supporter J.D. Vance, Kamala Harris continues to gain support from Democrats and Republicans alike in her potential run for the U.S. Presidentship Election 2024.
2. In Wisconsin, a campaign launched by "Republican Voters Against Trump" aims to convince republican voters to support Harris over Trump, citing her experience and leadership as Vice President.
3. Amidst the political landscape of the United States, US-Intelligence Agency reports have hinted at potential attempts to influence the 2024 election, with Harris and Biden as potential candidates.
4. Despite facing harsh criticism from Trump and his supporters, Harris remains focused on her role as Vice President and her potential campaign for the U.S. Presidentship Election 2024 in Pennsylvania.
5. In response to J.D. Vance's criticism, Harris' stepdaughter, Ella Emhoff, highlights Harris' loving and nurturing role as a parent in a statement, emphasizing the importance of family.
6. As speculations of Harris running for U.S. Presidentship Election 2024 mount, the US-Intelligence Agency issues warnings about potential foreign interferences and attacks aimed at disrupting the democratic process and electoral integrity in key swing states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.
