19:37 FBI finds new leads on Trump assassin's laptop
The protector, who opened fire at a campaign event of the former US-President Donald Trump about 1 and a half weeks ago, had, according to the Federal Police, searched for details about the JFK assassination on the internet before the act. The analysis of the laptop of the protector by the FBI revealed that he had wanted to find out how far Lee Harvey Oswald had been from Kennedy when he shot at him in 1963. FBI Director Christopher Wray testified about the Trump shooting before the House Judiciary Committee. The Trump protector had searched for this information on the internet on July 6th, Wray stated. This was the day he had registered for the Trump event in the city of Butler in Pennsylvania. "On July 6th, he made a Google search for 'how far was Oswald from Kennedy'", Wray said.
18:51 Harris or Trump? CNN publishes new poll results
A new CNN poll provides no clear favorite in a potential presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Trump leads nationwide among registered voters with 49 percent to Harris's 46 percent, and within the poll's margin of error. "This is a closer result than earlier CNN polls in this year's Biden-Trump matchup", 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 a majority of the votes in the respective states, which then fall to the winning candidate. In the Electoral College, the US President is later determined. Therefore, a candidate can become US President with fewer overall votes from the people than their opponent, but more electors in the states. This was the case in the Trump vs. Clinton race.
18:12 A day before Netanyahu visit: Pro-Palestine protesters occupy US Congress spontaneously
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit the US Congress. Therefore, a spontaneous protest against the war in Gaza is taking place under the leadership of the activist group "Jewish Voice for Peace":
17:22 "Historic financial 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 financial 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 excited and energized in the last few weeks. Many of us haven't given money for anything. Now we see 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 preface to her autobiography "The Truths We Hold" from 2019. Her name is pronounced like the English "comma" (comma) plus 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 for her nomination as the Democratic Party's Presidential candidate. In the letter, Williamson asked the delegates to sign a petition and commit to an open nomination convention of the Democrats in August. A link to propose Williamson as a candidate is also included in the message. A Presidential candidate or a Presidential nominee 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 the party delegates, US Vice President Kamala Harris has enough pledges to secure the Democratic Party's Presidential nomination. Williamson had entered the Presidential race against US President Joe Biden but then withdrew and later reversed her decision.
14:54 Harris Targets Republican Stronghold Indiana
US Vice President Kamala Harris is seeking support from 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 deliver a speech today at a gathering of the student sorority Zeta Phi Beta in Indianapolis, which traditionally represents Black women. No democratic Presidential candidate has won the Presidential election in Indiana since almost 16 years, and voters in the state usually opt for Republican candidates. In a statement, Harris' campaign manager, Jen O'Malley Dillon, emphasized that women, non-white, younger women, and voters are crucial for the success of the Presidential campaign.
14:26 Biden to Speak from Oval Office to the Nation
According to "Washington Post," President Biden plans to address the nation from the Oval Office today to announce his decision to drop out of the Presidential race and endorse Vice President Harris as the Democratic Party's candidate. During the speech, scheduled for 8 pm local time, Biden is expected to outline his priorities for the remaining months of his presidency.
13:45 Scholz Evades Question about Trump Contact
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz declined to answer whether he had spoken with Donald Trump. He stated that during his visit to the US, he had spoken with members of both parties. "There's always the possibility of contacts that will continue, no matter how it goes in the US," Scholz added, but he emphasized his own role as Chancellor. Scholz had met Trump during a G20 summit in his capacity as Finance Minister alongside then Chancellor Angela Merkel.
13:21 Scholz on Harris: "She knows what she wants and can do it"
Scholz described the likely Democratic Party's Presidential nominee, Kamala Harris, as an experienced and competent politician. "She knows what she wants and can do it."
12:41 Wray must answer questions from FBI's investigation into Trump's attempted assassinationFBI Director Christopher Wray is set to speak about the FBI's investigations regarding 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 have to explain how the investigations against the 20-year-old shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, are progressing in the context of the attempt on the presidential candidate.
11:50 Trump to focus on Harris during campaign rallyThe former US 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 direct his full attention towards the likely Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, during his campaign stop in North Carolina. The support of voters in the so-called Swing-State has been crucial for Republicans in the past, and the Democrats place great importance on the state.
11:05 Jagger: Harris makes clever move against TrumpRepublicans 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 to secure the win.
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 that we have already heard from MAGA spokespersons," writes the former presidential candidate in the "New York Times." Harris and her team must navigate through the noise, making voters think critically about what they read, believe, and share. "I know how hard it can be for strong candidates to break through the sexism and double standards of American politics," Clinton adds. 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 TrumpAccording to a new survey, Vice President Harris is slightly ahead of Trump in the presidential race. Can she defeat the Republican presidential candidate? And what should the world and German foreign policy each do in this regard? ntv asks FDP foreign policy spokesperson Ulrich Lechte in the morning news.
09:08 The green Gores - Harris campaign uses the meme of the summer
Kamala Harris is running for the Democratic Presidency and at the same time undergoing an image transformation, public perception-wise. Among the younger generation, this is being driven by memes that reference the British pop singer Charli XCX. She tweeted after Biden's withdrawal: "kamala IS a goblin" ("Kamala is a Gore"). 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, Charli explained 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 manages to celebrate it". The album cover is also underlaid with a neon green, which is meant to represent the high feeling of a long night as well as the impending fall of a cat. The Harris campaign team is now using this element, having officially dyed the 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, there have been countless Harris videos circulating on the internet showing her dancing, making promises, or having laugh flashbacks to songs by the British artist.
Politicians have long used prominent figures to woo young voters. They often tread on thin ice when trying to speak the language of younger generations. For Millennials, Hillary Clinton's infamous "Pokémon go to the polls" from 2016 was "cringe". The influence of celebrities on the election was shown last year by Taylor Swift. She urged her fans to vote in the primaries without endorsing a candidate and thus caused an increase 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 deepened 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 talked about growing up 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 reiterates his belief that Jewish American voters cannot support Democratic candidates. In an interview with Newsmax, the Republican presidential candidate is asked about the Democratic agenda for "international matters and our allies like Israel." Trump responds, "It's astonishing that anyone, anyone who is Jewish or has 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 warn 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 of Representatives, the chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) urges the representatives to limit their criticism to Harris's policies for the government. According to Johnson, the Republican chairman of the House, after the meeting, journalists reported that the election is about political measures, not personalities. "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, in the event of her election, would be the first woman, the first Black, and the first Asian American to take 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 say it should be Josh Shapiro, the governor of Pennsylvania, and 11% say it should be Mark Kelly, the senator from Arizona. Approximately 28% of those surveyed say they don't know whom they would choose or didn't answer the question.
05:19 Trump criticizes Secret Service chief's resignation
Donald Trump criticizes 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, says the Republican presidential candidate. "I would say it should have happened within an hour, not nine or ten days," Trump told Newsmax regarding Cheatle's resignation. "That seems unavoidable."
04:35 Trump spreads lie about Harris and Netanyahu
Donald Trump falsely accuses Kamala Harris of refusing to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his current visit to the US. "It's quite astonishing," Trump says in an interview with Newsmax. 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 reported $45 million donation to Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. "I have never said I would donate $45 million to Trump," Musk tells conservative host Jordan Peterson in an interview. Musk's response comes in the wake of reports suggesting possible 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 comprehensive 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 a highly interconnected economy like Germany," warns Treier. It is important to improve the business conditions in Germany and Europe, especially with further 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 stop holding large outdoor rallies following the assassination attempt, according to the "Washington Post" citing sources. The service has conveyed concerns about large events in the open to Trump's team. For upcoming events, Trump's team is looking for indoor venues where thousands of people can fit.
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 of violating campaign finance laws by transferring Biden's campaign funds to Harris. The campaign's legal counsel speaks of a "brazen money transfer," claiming Harris is trying to "steal Biden's remaining campaign funds worth $91.5 million."
23:17 New poll: Over 3000 delegates want to vote for Harris
More and more Democrats are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris. In a poll by the news agency AP, over 3000 of the 3949 delegates now intend to vote for Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate at the August party convention. This puts her far above the 1976 delegate votes required to be certified as the presidential candidate.
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, as reported by Magenta TV. "I believe he truly made outstanding contributions," Scholz continued. Biden "has taken care of transatlantic cooperation in very crisis-ridden times." Scholz noted that there had always been lengthy discussions with Biden that had "moved things and led to decisions that we prepared together." Biden was "misperceived in the public," according to Scholz, due to some television appearances and the fact that he "doesn't move around like a 25-year-old." Regarding Kamala Harris as a potential replacement, Scholz stated, "She is an experienced and competent politician." Harris would "clearly" stand for "continuing the now so successfully developed transatlantic cooperation."
22:03 Spokeswoman: Withdrawal demands on Biden are "ridiculous"
The White House Press Secretary, Karine Jean-Pierre, dismissed the withdrawal demands from the Republicans regarding Joe Biden as "ridiculous." Speaking to ABC, she stated that the White House staff still trusted "his leadership and his judgment." Jean-Pierre added in her first interview since Biden's announcement of not running for re-election, "He has decided not to run for re-election. That's it. That's all he has decided." She concluded, "This President is ready to lead this country in a historic way."
21:38 Trump agrees to debate with Harris
Donald Trump refuses to let Kamala Harris go unchallenged. The former U.S. President told reporters during a phone conference that he is willing to engage in more than one debate with Harris. Shortly thereafter, he added, "But I haven't officially agreed." According to "Sky News," Trump stated further, "I agreed to debate Joe Biden, but I want to debate her, and she won't be any different because she's making the same policy."
21:11 Harris to cheering crowd: We will stop Trump's abortion bans
During her first campaign speech as a potential presidential candidate, Kamala Harris addressed the reproductive rights in the U.S. As she began her speech on "reproductive freedom," she received the loudest 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 stated 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 'Donald Trump type.' As District Attorney, I specialized in cases of sexual misconduct. "Now, Trump was found guilty of sexual misconduct. And: 'As Attorney General of California, I went after the big Wall Street banks for fraud. Trump was just found guilty in 34 cases of fraud.'
20:43 Harris: "We will win this election"
Kamala Harris praises 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're 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. The event, according to the Harris campaign, is the largest for the Democratic Party this year. According to reports from the Harris campaign, the venue had to be changed because they were "inundated" with requests.
20:20 Harris leads in poll against Trump
U.S. 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 Trump's 42 percent. The margin of error was three percentage points. Among Democrats, the race for the presidential nomination is heating up for Harris.
1. In recent polls, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are neck and neck as potential candidates in the US Presidency Election 2024.
- FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the House Judiciary Committee about the investigation into the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, mentioning the protector's search for information about Lee Harvey Oswald on July 6th.
- A new poll shows that Vice President Kamala Harris has gained support among Democrats, with over 3000 delegates intending to vote for her as the Democratic presidential candidate.
- Republican officials are warning their colleagues against racist and sexist attacks on Kamala Harris, with concerns arising over the new risks for the Republicans in competing with a diverse candidate.
- The Secret Service advises Donald Trump's campaign to avoid large outdoor rallies following the assassination attempt, advising indoor venues to accommodate thousands of people.
- The Democratic National Convention shows some delegates expressing reservations about a quick nomination of Kamala Harris as the presidential candidate, though no clear consensus has emerged on the best alternative candidate.
