20:45 Trump-Attack unleashed wave of conspiracy theories
Shortly after the attempted assassination of ex-President Donald Trump, social media networks like TikTok were flooded with conspiracy theories - it was reportedly staged, among other things. NTV verification expert Burak Kahraman explains how to identify false information.
20:17 Navidi: More and more wealthy individuals are rallying behind Trump
The implementation of the demands from the conservative manifesto "Project 2025" would have far-reaching consequences for society, according to Sandra Navidi. In an interview with NTV, the financial expert explains the potential consequences of higher tariffs for the US economy and why businesspeople from Silicon Valley are now supporting Trump with donations.
19:40 Prominent US Democrat calls on Biden to drop out of the race
As a prominent representative of the Democratic Party, Congressman Adam Schiff called on President Joe Biden to drop out of his bid for a second term on Wednesday. In a statement for the "Los Angeles Times," Schiff urged Biden to "pass the baton on." He expressed doubts that the 81-year-old could defeat his Republican rival Donald Trump, who he described as a threat to "the very foundation of our democracy."
19:08 Democrats aim for early Biden nomination in early August
Leading US Democrats are holding plans for a early nomination of President Joe Biden as the candidate for the November election. A virtual vote is now planned for the first week of August, according to a letter to committee members who set the rules for the mid-August planned nomination convention. The letter was written by the co-chairs of the committee, Bishop Leah D. Daughtry and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The plans will be discussed at a meeting of the committee on Friday. Originally, the Democrats had announced in May that they intended to nominate Biden through a virtual call earlier.
18:30 Trump supporters get Trump's face tattooed
For Trump supporters, the face of the former US President seems to be a bona fide cult object. It adorns jackets, hats, leggings, and since the attempted assassination, even the skin of his fans. A few hours after the photo with the raised fist was taken, some of the first ones already have it tattooed.
17:59 Third day in Milwaukee: Only Trump's most loyal supporters are allowed on stage
On the third day of the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, J.D. Vance's speech is eagerly anticipated. In addition to the newly nominated Republican vice presidential candidate, his wife Usha Vance, Trump's son Donald Trump Jr., and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum will also appear. CNN reports that representatives from Texas, South Carolina, and Florida will speak. According to CNN, a veteran, a hostage of an Israeli prisoner of the Hamas, and an employee of "Projects 2025" will also appear. Vance's speech is scheduled for 7:00 PM (local time). The third day is themed "Making America Great Again" (Making America Great Again).**
17:11 Ex-Trump advisor Navarro released from prison
Former advisor to ex-US President Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, was released from the US prison system on Wednesday after serving a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress, according to reports. It is expected that the 75-year-old from Miami, where he was imprisoned in a federal prison, will travel to the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is listed as one of the speakers at the convention. The economist Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison for contempt of Congress. The reason was his refusal to testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding the storming of the Capitol in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021 and to produce demanded documents.
16:37 Chancellor Scholz appreciates Vance's book
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the SPD reportedly read J.D. Vance's autobiographical work "Hillbilly Elegy" "some time ago," according to government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit in Berlin. "He really liked it." The Chancellor was particularly impressed by the depiction of the "aspirational spirit in an America that is being tested by harsh challenges." During the Munich Security Conference in February, Scholz spoke to the US Senator about the book, which then led to a brief conversation, the spokesperson added. Hebestreit qualifies this by stating, "One must always separate the author and the work from each other and also the political positions that J.D. Vance as a Senator from Ohio holds." The spokesperson does not want to go into specific criticisms.
15:53 "Project 2025": Critics warn of Trump's "alarming" agenda
At their convention in Milwaukee, the US Republicans passed a relatively moderate program. However, critics of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump fear that upon his return to the White House, it will not be the party program, but rather a much more radical and well-known paper called "Project 2025" that will serve as the basis for his government dealings. The 887-page document comes from the ultraconservative think tank Heritage Foundation. It contains detailed plans for a complete overhaul of the government apparatus and a drastic conservative shift. The President of the Heritage Foundation, Kevin Roberts, spoke of a revolution already being initiated in early July. Critics see in "Project 2025" a blueprint for a dismantling of democracy and authoritarian rule. Constitutional scholar Erwin Chemerinsky of the University of California in Berkeley called the project "deeply concerning" in an interview with Newsweek. The plans point to "a significant movement towards an authoritarian government."
15:18 Harris accuses Trump's VP pick Vance of fighting against the country
US Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her views on J.D. Vance's nomination as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate in a video she posted on her X account. She questions his loyalty: "He will only be loyal to Trump, not to our country," she writes. If he comes to power, he would implement the ultraconservative manifesto "Project 2025." "We will not allow that," Harris adds.
14:59 US Homeland Security Ministry investigates Trump rally planning
The Inspector General of the United States Department of Homeland Security has initiated an investigation into the planning of the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The US Homeland Security Ministry announced this on its website. The investigation is listed there as an "ongoing project." It is reportedly evaluating the behavior of the US intelligence services in securing the event. The US Homeland Security Ministry's investigation differs from that announced by President Biden on Sunday.
14:27 Tech Giants from Silicon Valley support Trump
More and more tech giants from Silicon Valley are reportedly siding with the right-wing presidential candidate Donald Trump - notably Elon Musk. The billionaire is planning to support the Republican campaign with approximately $45 million (around €41 million) per month, according to a newspaper report. Besides Musk, other less well-known tech giants are also financing Trump: for various reasons. The Trump supporters from Silicon Valley are predominantly male and white.
13:53 Kremlin has low expectations for another Trump presidency
According to Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, Russia has low expectations for a possible second presidency of Donald Trump in the US. "As for the relationship between [Vladimir Putin and Trump], nothing good was done for Russia during Trump's tenure," he said to journalists. "On the contrary, there were more restrictions. However, there was a dialogue. This can be considered a positive element."
13:18 Spahn expects Trump win, Merkel must have an offer
Jens Spahn is following the Republican convention in Milwaukee. The CDU politician expects a victory for Donald Trump. In an interview with ntv, he argued why the nomination of hardliner J.D. Vance could be a chance and how Germany should prepare.
12:34 Wounded Trump supporters in stable condition
The shooter in Milwaukee hit Donald Trump in the ear. However, three people in the audience were hit by bullets much closer. One family man died at the scene, while the other two were reportedly in critical condition. Now, "Bild" reports that both men are doing better and their health condition is stable.
11:57 Big Dog takes over Republican convention
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's popularity in parts is due to his dog, according to analysts. For similar enthusiasm, "Babydog" caused a stir at the Republican convention.
11:05 Shirt with iconic Trump fist is a hit among Republicans
With a bloody face and a fist raised defiantly in front of the US flag: The historic image of Donald Trump after the shooting in Butler has been immortalized on fan shirts within fewer than 72 hours. T-shirts with the motif and the inscription "MAGA Movement Can't Be Stopped" (in English: "The MAGA movement cannot be stopped") have been sold at the Republican convention in Milwaukee since yesterday.
10:58 Republican Party Convention opposes Kamala Harris
At the Republican Party Convention, it is already clear how the party would work against Vice President Kamala Harris if Joe Biden renounces another candidacy. Harris was responsible for cooperation with Central America to limit illegal migration. Senators accused Harris on stage of opening the borders for "terrorists and criminals" and welcoming an "invasion from the Third World." Harris was repeatedly referred to as the "Border Queen." Politico magazine sees signs of the campaign strategy against Harris if she replaces Biden as the presidential candidate.
10:18 Security heightened for Trump due to alleged Iranian plot
According to US media reports, there have been heightened security precautions for former President Donald Trump for weeks due to alleged Iranian plot against him. CNN and other media reported that there is no connection to the attack on Trump on Saturday. The Iranian government sharply denied the reports.
09:49 Navidi: Democratic victory is "our only salvation"
BeyondGlobal expert Sandra Navidi warns urgently against another presidency of Donald Trump and the transformation plans of the think tanks close to him. According to the financial expert, the hollowing out of the rule of law and an international alliance of authoritarian leaders is threatened.
09:12 DAX suffering from Trump's "America First"
In contrast to the US market, the DAX is still stuck in consolidation. According to market participants, it is suffering from the economic policy plans of Donald Trump. For the case of his re-election, Trump plans to introduce high tariffs on imports from China, but also on all other imports. "According to Trump, companies should invest directly in the USA and create jobs there," the market participant said. "That's clear 'America first'," he added. Trump also demanded from the US Federal Reserve not to lower interest rates before the election.
08:39 Trump: Taiwan should pay USA for defense
Donald Trump speaks pragmatically about US support for Taiwan in the event of a Chinese attack. "I think Taiwan should pay us for the defense. We're not doing anything else but an insurance company. Taiwan doesn't give us anything," Trump told Bloomberg Businessweek when asked if he would defend Taiwan against China. China could attack Taiwan. But China won't do that, "because they don't want to lose all those chip factories," the former US president said. "I wouldn't feel so secure in their place, but think about it: Taiwan took our chip business away from us, aren't we stupid?"
08:02 Iran did not threaten Trump
The Iranian mission to the UN in New York denies reports of threats against former Republican President Donald Trump. "These are baseless and politically motivated allegations," said a spokesperson for the Iranian UN mission. For the Iranians, Trump is a war criminal who gave the order to kill Iranian General Qasem Soleimani in 2020. "Trump must be tried and punished for that, but the Iran has chosen the legal route," the spokesperson said. The Secret Service has reportedly increased security measures for Trump in recent weeks. According to media reports, this is due to threats from Iran, reported CNN and MSNBC.
07:38 Heritage Foundation's Trump-Thinktank to dissolve Weather Service
For the case of a Trump win, the conservative think tank "Heritage Foundation" has developed an ultraconservative program to be implemented during his tenure: The authors are against abortion, call for a ban on pornography, and advocate for measures that promote "Marriage, Work, Motherhood, Fatherhood and the Nuclear Family." The National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration, to which the Weather Service or the US Hurricane Center belong, is to be dissolved, as it is deemed one of the main driving forces of the Climate Change Alarm Industry. They plan to replace most federal employees with political appointees. The power of the President is to be expanded, while the Congress is to be weakened.
07:12 Trump: Fed should not lower interest rates before election
Donald Trump has spoken out against a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve before the election. "That's something they shouldn't do," the ex-President said in an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek. The financial industry expects two rate cuts from the Federal Reserve by the end of the year, one of which - and this is crucial - before the elections. A rate cut in September is already largely priced in.
06:36 39% of Democrats want Biden to end his campaign
In a Tuesday-completed Reuters/Ipsos survey, 39% of Democrats agreed that President Joe Biden should end his campaign. Many Democrats fear that a poor showing by Biden at the elections on November 5 could cost the party the White House and both chambers of Congress. This could create the conditions for a second Trump administration to push through their political goals almost without Democratic opposition. It is speculated that the Democratic Party could rally around Vice President Kamala Harris as a new candidate if Biden withdraws.
05:17 "It's time to ban assault weapons," Biden says
US President Joe Biden has called for a ban on assault weapons again. At a campaign event in Las Vegas, Nevada, Biden referred to the attack on Trump, stating that the shooter used an AR-15. "It's time to ban them," Biden said. With this weapon, many people, including children, have been killed. "It's time to ban them." Attempts at stricter gun regulations have been ongoing for years - above all, because the Republicans are against it and because the gun lobby fiercely opposes any attempt to regulate gun ownership more strictly.
04:41 Investigation into Trump attack launched
The Inspector General of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has initiated an investigation into the Trump attack. According to an official statement on the Inspector General's website, the evaluation of the Secret Service's handling of security at the July 13, 2024 event is to take place. The investigation is intended to provide insight into whether the security arrangements were adequate and if there were any potential oversights.
04:13 Former rival Haley endorses Trump at Republican convention
The former rival Nikki Haley made herself clear at the Republican convention in Milwaukee, expressing her full support for Presidential candidate Trump. "First, I want to make one thing clear: Donald Trump has my full endorsement. Period", said the 52-year-old. Haley was greeted with a mix of cheers and boos upon her arrival. However, when she directly endorsed Republican Presidential candidate Trump during her speech, the audience applauded. Trump was personally present at the event hall - he arrived earlier than expected.
03:15 Suspect ordered 'dangerous material'
The young man who shot at Trump is reported to have received several packages in the months leading up to the incident, some of which were marked with the warning "dangerous material". According to the "New York Times", such a note was also found by the Federal Police in the suspect's house, as well as two explosive devices in his car, which was parked nearby. The FBI then examined his mailing history.
02:24 Trump: Taiwan should pay US for defense
Donald Trump expressed reservations about US support for Taiwan in the event of a Chinese attack. "I think Taiwan should pay us for defense. We're not just a insurance company. Taiwan doesn't give us anything", Trump told "Bloomberg Businessweek" when asked if he would defend Taiwan against China. China could attack Taiwan. "But they won't do that because they don't want to lose all those chip factories", the Republican Presidential candidate said. The interview was reportedly conducted at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on June 25.
01:18 Harris and Vance discuss TV debate
Following J.D. Vance's nomination as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate, he and Vice President Kamala Harris reportedly exchanged words regarding a potential TV debate. Insiders report that the two leading politicians were working on agreeing on the debate's framework. Harris has agreed to a debate on CBS News, either on July 23 or August 13. Trump and Biden had already agreed on these dates two months ago. However, the Trump team had requested a debate on Fox News. Biden's team may not agree to this.
00:39 Trump phones widow of slain spectator
Donald Trump reportedly phoned the widow of the slain spectator, Corey Comperatore. "He was very kind and said he would call me again in the coming days and weeks", Helen Comperatore wrote on social media. She told Trump that her husband "left this world as a hero and was taken up by God". According to the sister of the slain firefighter, Biden also sought the conversation, but the family declined.
23:27 Democratic opposition to planned early Biden nomination
Among US Democrats in the House of Representatives, there is resistance to the party leadership's plans to formally nominate President Biden as the candidate for the November election before the scheduled nomination party from July 19 to 22. A group of congressmen express "serious concerns" about the proposal to nominate the incumbent during a virtual vote on July 21 in a draft letter. It is a "terrible idea" to suppress the debate on Biden's candidacy with an early vote, the letter states, which the congressmen have not yet signed. "It could deeply undermine the morale and unity of the Democrats."
22:49 Democratic representative warns of massive losses – due to Biden
The Democratic representative Adam B. Schiff warned during a private meeting with donors on the previous Saturday that his party would suffer massive losses if Biden remained the candidate. The "New York Times" reported this. If Biden remained, he would not only lose to the former President Donald Trump, but he could also hinder other democratic candidates so much that the party would likely lose the Senate and miss the chance to gain control of the House of Representatives, Schiff said at a benefit event in New York. "I think if he's our candidate, we'll lose," Schiff said during the meeting, according to someone who had access to a recording of the event.
22:09 Ex-Minister Carson calls Democrats 'useful idiots'
The former US Housing and Urban Development Secretary and Urban Development Minister, Ben Carson, accused Democrats of not understanding the concept of unity. America's enemies are actually playing a long-term game by dividing Americans "on the basis of race, age, income, gender, religion, political affiliation," Carson said to CNN. "Someone needs to be the adult in the room. I don't expect the other side to come to that conclusion. They'll make a few lip-service confessions." Carson added. "There are many on the other side who are what Lenin called useful idiots. They don't realize they're hurting themselves."
21:39 Spahn: Scholz should talk to Trump
Union faction vice-chair Jens Spahn urges Chancellor Olaf Scholz to contact Donald Trump. "It would be in Germany's interest if Olaf Scholz reported to Trump after the attack," Spahn told "Spiegel": "I hope he understands that." A personal relationship is essential in politics, according to Spahn, who advocates for an approach towards Trump. "I'm sure Donald Trump realizes who's reaching out to him in this situation." Spahn says he doesn't like much about the Republican Party in general, including Trump's style and demeanor. "But does that mean we have to set up a dictatorship?" It's not in Germany's interest "to present Donald Trump as a potential next President of our most important ally as an adversary."
21:08 Possible Iranian Plot against Trump?
The USA have received indications of an Iranian plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump in the last few weeks, CNN reports, citing sources. The US intelligence and Trump's campaign team were reportedly informed about it before the rally on the previous Saturday, according to a CNN reporter, citing a US national security official. However, there is no evidence that the young man who shot at Trump during the rally and injured him was connected to the Iranian plot, CNN adds.
20:34 Trump spreads confusing statements about vaccinations
Donald Trump reportedly spread false theories about vaccinations during a phone call with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., according to CNN, citing a video that Bobby Kennedy III, Robert F. Kennedy's son, had briefly made public on social media. In the video, Trump speaks about the number of vaccine doses given to children and claims that babies change radically after receiving a large number of vaccines. "When you give a baby a vaccine with 38 ingredients that looks like it's for a horse and not for a 10 or 20-pound baby, then suddenly the baby starts to change," Trump says. "I've seen that happen too many times,"
20:19 After the attack pause: Biden campaign resumes advertising
According to Reuters, Biden's campaign team is planning to resume advertising this week, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN. The Biden campaign declined to comment. Biden had suspended his campaign ads following the attack on Trump.
19:49 Secret Service: Police were in the building where the shooter was
Policemen from a local unit were present in the building from which the shooter shot at Donald Trump on Saturday, Secret Service Director Kimberly A. Cheatle told ABC News in an interview. "There were local police officers in the building - there were local police officers in the area who were responsible for the external perimeter of the building," Cheatle says. A Secret Service spokesperson adds that the local police had a collection point in the building.
You can read about earlier developments here.**
In the United States Presidency Election 2024, prominent supporters of Donald Trump, such as tech giants from Silicon Valley, are rallying behind his campaign. This contrasts with the call from a prominent Democratic Party member, Congressman Adam Schiff, for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race due to doubts about his ability to defeat Trump in the election.
