At 01:36, Pelosi believes that Biden is about to retreat
According to a report by the "Washington Post", Nancy Pelosi, the influential Democrat, believes that President Joe Biden can be convinced to withdraw from the US Presidential race soon. The newspaper cites three unnamed Democratic officials close to Pelosi. Pelosi is a close confidant of Biden. After his disastrous TV debate performance against Trump, she reportedly acts as a go-between for the concerned Democratic base and the White House.
00:43 Scholz considers US Presidential election open German Chancellor Olaf Scholz from the SPD still sees the outcome of the US Presidential election as open. It's "a little bold and risky" to be sure now how this election will turn out, Scholz said at a press conference at the end of the European Council meeting in Britain. He cited the previous German federal election, which he won as Chancellor candidate with the SPD despite being behind the Union in the polls at one point. As a good Democrat, he wants to emphasize "that elections only take place when they have taken place."
23:28 Insiders: Biden considers dropping out US President Joe Biden is reportedly considering dropping out of the presidential race according to sources close to the matter. Biden is taking the calls for him to withdraw seriously as the Democratic candidate, these sources say. Several Democratic sources believe an exit is only a matter of time. "I'm sure he's really thinking about it," says one insider who wishes to remain anonymous. "He's thinking very seriously about it." Another insider among the Democrats says Biden has recognized the signs of the times. "It feels like it's a matter of (...) when, not if," the insider says. Quentin Fulks, Biden's deputy campaign manager, however, said the President is not indecisive and has made his decision: "Joe Biden has said that he is running for the office of President of the United States. Our campaign is moving forward."
23:08 White House announces meeting between Biden and Netanyahu next week US President Joe Biden is expected to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to Washington next week. "We expect that they will have an opportunity to meet while Minister President Netanyahu is in town," says the spokesperson for the US National Security Council, John Kirby. He cannot, however, "at this point" say how such a meeting will look. Netanyahu is flying to Washington on Monday to give a speech before the US Congress. Israeli media had reported on a planned meeting with Biden. Whether such a meeting will take place, however, depends on the progress of Netanyahu's Corona infection, Kirby notes. "We need to ensure that the President's health and recovery are a priority," the spokesperson says.
22:14 Doctor: Biden suffers from mild Corona symptoms US President Joe Biden is still experiencing mild respiratory symptoms due to his Coronavirus infection according to his doctor. Biden does not have a fever, Kevin O'Connor reports. The President is being treated with the drug Paxlovid. The White House announced on Wednesday that Biden had tested positive for Coronavirus in Las Vegas. Biden has canceled an appearance in the US state of Nevada. He is isolating himself at his home in Rehoboth Beach in the US state of Delaware.
21:37 Biden's campaign team rules out other candidacy scenariosBiden's campaign team is not considering scenarios where Biden is not the leading Democratic candidate for the White House. "Our campaign is not playing out scenarios where President Biden is not at the top of the candidate list. He is and will be the candidate of the Democrats," said Biden's deputy campaign manager, Quentin Fulks, at a press conference in Milwaukee. Biden himself has repeatedly emphasized that he will stay in the race and will not withdraw his candidacy.
20:53 Weber: "A domino effect is about to begin"The West is planning to station US weapons in Germany, and the Kremlin responds with atomic threats. The constant back-and-forth could escalate, according to security expert Joachim Weber. Additionally, Trump could once again become a political ally of Russia - not good news for Europe.
20:07 Report: Trump has insulted 38% of the US populationAn unofficial list from the "Washington Post" shows that former President Donald Trump has insulted or attacked 38% of the American population in speeches at rallies, on social media, and in interviews in cities and states that make up almost 38% of the American population. Trump's statements could therefore affect more than 126 million people who are proud of their hometowns. Milwaukee, the host city of the Republican Party convention, is reportedly referred to by Trump as "a terrible city."
19:33 Melania Trump is missing in Milwaukee: Where is the former First Lady?Melania Trump is not on the speaker list for the final evening of the Republican Party convention. According to sources familiar with the program, there were many rumors about whether the wife of the now officially nominated Presidential candidate Donald Trump would make an appearance at the gathering of his party in Milwaukee. The absence of the former First Lady on the speaker list does not necessarily mean that she will not appear on stage with Trump. In the past evenings, Trump has sat alone on the stage in the hall without his partner and watched the speech of his vice presidential candidate's wife, Usha Vance. That Melania Trump is not announced, while Usha Vance supported her husband on stage, could once again fuel rumors about the state of the Trump marriage.
18:48 Report: Obama questions Biden's chances of winningFormer President Barack Obama reportedly questioned Biden's chances of winning the election in recent days to his confidants. According to the "Washington Post," Obama, who still wields significant influence within the Democratic Party, has expressed doubts about Biden's ability to win in November. Although Obama sees himself as an important advisor to Biden, he wants to leave the decision to withdraw to Biden himself. Biden and Obama have only met once since the TV debate. Both Biden critics and Democrats within his own party have called for Biden to withdraw in recent days. Several leading Democrats (see entries 06:53 and 01:17) have publicly urged Biden to step down.
18:14 Insider: Pelosi reportedly also for Biden's retreat
Powerful Democrat Nancy Pelosi reportedly supports calls on President Joe Biden to abandon his re-election bid, according to a US government insider. The former Speaker of the House endorses similar appeals from Representative Adam Schiff, a well-placed source told Reuters. Pelosi is convinced that public opinion is against Biden and he cannot change it. Pelosi's office declined to comment.
17:34 Video: Aggressive Senators pursue Secret-Service Chief
The mood at the Republican Party convention is heated, especially after the attack on Donald Trump. Many are blaming the Secret Service for the incident. Several Republican Senators are taking their anger directly at the head of the Security Service. An heated scene occurred on the sidelines of the event.
17:20 FBI Report: Trump assailant had Royals in sight
The FBI is reported to have discovered that the shooter of Donald Trump's attack was also targeting a member of the royal family. According to "The Mirror". The 20-year-old Thomas Crooks allegedly planned another attack. At the rally on Saturday, Crooks was shot by the Secret Service after he opened fire on Donald Trump. According to "The Mirror", FBI investigators have informed the US Congress that Crooks had been "spying" on an unnamed member of the royal family online. The report states that Crooks also had other "high-profile" targets, including the FBI Director and the US Attorney General. The FBI also discovered a post from Crooks on the gaming platform "Steam": "July 13th will be my debut, watch and see how it unfolds".
16:47 Democrat: Biden's withdrawal would be "in the best interest of the country"
According to Democrat John Hickenlooper, more and more arguments are emerging for Joe Biden to withdraw from the current campaign. "It's his decision, but there are certainly more and more signs that this would be in the best interest of the country", Hickenlooper, Senator from Colorado, said in a phone interview. He did not join the growing number of party colleagues who explicitly demand that Biden steps down. "If there's so much unrest and so much dissatisfaction, it's not easy to bring the party together", he said. Biden remains popular, but the political landscape has changed significantly compared to the previous election.
16:07 Absurd Cult: Trump fans wear ear bands
The Trump cult continues to produce new, bizarre, even absurd blooms. At the Republican Party convention, some of his fans are now running around with a thick bandage on their ear - as a tribute to the former president, who was hit in the ear during the attack on him.
15:38 Democrat advises Harris to "nail down" Vance in TV debate
US Politician Tim Ryan, who lost the US Senate race in 2022 against JD Vance, gives Kamala Harris some advice in an interview with CNN. "Vance will try to deny things he has said", Ryan told CNN. "You need to nail him down." The US Democrat Ryan says Harris' extensive experience as a prosecutor will help. Harris is uniquely qualified to "nail down" Vance and expose the lies he tells. According to CNN, the Vice Presidential debate could take place on July 23, or on July 12 or 13 on the US broadcaster CBS News.
14:46 Video shows shooter an hour before Trump attackMinutes before the attack on Donald Trump, security forces reportedly ignored warnings about the shooter. New video recordings now show: Thomas Crooks was apparently already at the scene an hour before the attack.
13:58 Granddaughter gushes about "normal grandfather" TrumpAccording to Donald Trump Jr., this is the first public appearance for Kais. The 17-year-old's speech at the RNC should have particularly pleased Donald Trump. For the US presidential candidate, she describes herself as a normal grandfather. At the same time, she is also full of praise for his political ambitions.
13:24 Spahn sees common interests with TrumpCDU politician Jens Spahn calls for focusing on common interests when dealing with the Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump. If he looks at the content, there are many issues where we agree, Spahn told RBB. So Trump's criticism of Germany's long-term energy dependence on Russia is justified, says Spahn, who is currently serving as an observer at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. The vice chairman of the Union faction in the Bundestag also considers Trump's call for a higher defense budget in Germany justified. "The current budget planning of the traffic light coalition does not cover this, and this is perceived in the USA," emphasizes Spahn. At the same time, he makes it clear: "I am also often irritated by Trump's choice of words, his unconventionality, and the entire way he handles things, like the storming of the Capitol."
12:44 Biden may only have "days" left to resignTrump's vice presidential candidate gave a speech at the Republican Party convention with nationalistic undertones and surprising addressees, as political scientist Thomas Jaeger explains. For the ailing Biden, however, there is not much time left to make perhaps the most important decision of the campaign.
12:11 Local police warned Secret Service they couldn't secure the buildingThe local police apparently warned the Secret Service before the Ex-President Donald Trump rally that they did not have sufficient resources to secure a building from whose roof Trump was later shot at. 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 account of the police warning. 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 building has a spacious roof with a clear view of the less than 150-meter distant rally stage.
11:39 "Germany cannot appease Trump"The hope persists that Trump will be more friendly towards Europe once NATO member states increase their defense spending. US expert Sandra Navidi is certain: 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 Security Officer Flagged Suspect an Hour Before ShootingNew discoveries in the investigation of the attempted assassination on former US President Donald Trump are increasing pressure on the security forces. Local security personnel had flagged the suspect in the crowd an hour before the Security Officer fired at Trump - a "young man who behaved strangely," according to the "New York Times." The Secret Service, which protects the former President, was informed. But then the trail of the suspect was lost. At least two security personnel were called in to help with the search. Approximately 20 minutes before the shots were fired, a sniper had spotted 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 Holds Unusually Soft SpeechAt the Republican Party convention, the Republicans are "primarily engaged in celebrating themselves," explains ntv correspondent Hanna Klouth. Of course, there are also attacks. Besides Joe Biden, these are increasingly targeting Kamala Harris. A deliberate strategy shift? For this reason, there is another detail.
10:05 Hundreds Mourn Slain FirefighterHundreds of people gather for a memorial service for the man who was shot and killed during the attempted assassination on Donald Trump at a 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." There is no place for political division and hatred in remembering the family man and chief of the volunteer fire department. Comperatore was fatally shot when a Security Officer opened fire on Trump at the rally in Pennsylvania. The 50-year-old Comperatore shielded his wife and children from the shot and lost his own life in the process.
09:37 "New York Times": Biden "more open" to RetirementPresident Joe Biden has reportedly become more open to arguments in recent days about why he should not run for re-election. This is reported by the "New York Times" with reference to informed Democrats. However, Biden has given no signs that he intends to change his mind about staying in the race, according to the Democrats. He is willing to listen to new and alarming poll data and has asked questions about how Kamala Harris could win. This suggests that Biden at least privately holds a more open position than a week ago.
09:08 Security Expert: Handling of Potential Trump Win "foolhardy""We could have prevented the worst," says security expert Frank Umbach about the first term of Donald Trump. If the Republican presidential candidate is re-elected, Europe can expect a different scenario. Germany is not sufficiently prepared for it.
08:32 Ex-CIA Chief Panetta finds security lapses "alarming"
Former CIA Director Leon Panetta expressed concern over security lapses regarding 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," he stated in a podcast: "It's particularly alarming what we've found out: that the intelligence service gave information to the Secret Service about ... assassination threats from Iran, not only against former President Trump but also against others. And they allegedly then increased the Secret Service protection. And if that's true and they weren't able to establish a perimeter, then that's ridiculous."
07:55 Scholz: "We see that uncertainty is growing in America"
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns of potentially risky developments in the US presidential campaign, citing increasing uncertainty in America and in wealthy northern societies. "We see that uncertainty about the future is growing - just as it is in many other prosperous societies in the North," he told T-Online. The uncertainty about the future leads to tensions in societies, and developments in the US have implications for Germany. "The US is the world's number one power and our most important partner - everything that happens there is important to us," so Scholz. Regarding a possible victory of the Republican presidential candidate, Donald Trump, Scholz said: "Elections 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 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump praised his father's courage following the weekend attack. "What was my father's instinct when his life was on the line? Not to cower, not to give up," Don Trump Jr. said at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. His father had shown the world that the next American president would have a "Lion's Heart." During Trump Jr.'s speech at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, a photo was displayed on the screens of the 78-year-old with a bloodied cheek and raised fist in front of a US flag.
06:53 Pelosi also increases pressure on Biden
So now Pelosi as well: According to a CNN report, Nancy Pelosi informed President Joe Biden that, based on polls, he could not win against Donald Trump. Biden could potentially destroy the chances of the Democrats to regain control of the House of Representatives. The cable news network CNN reported this based on information from four sources who were briefed on the phone call. None of the sources mentioned that Pelosi had asked Biden to withdraw his candidacy. Pelosi still holds significant influence within the Democratic Party.
06:31 Vance pays tribute to Trump: "A beloved father and grandfather"
Senator J.D. Vance, the Republican Vice Presidential candidate, pays tribute to Donald Trump at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee as a man of political moderation. "In this moment, he can stand defiant against an assassin and call for national healing," says the 39-year-old senator in his first major speech since his nomination as Vice Presidential candidate. "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 assassination attempt?" Vance asked. "He called for national unity and national peace, literally, after an assassin almost took his life." Vance himself had blamed President Joe Biden for the assassination attempt against Trump. Vance also officially accepts his nomination in Milwaukee.
05:57 "She's standing on a stage for the first time" - Trump's granddaughter speaks
Donald Trump's granddaughter paints a picture of a loving grandfather in a speech at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. "She's standing on a stage for the first time," announces Trump's eldest son Don Jr., introducing his eldest daughter. "Kai Madison Trump!" Ex-President Trump, who will speak at the convention on Friday night but is present every day in the arena, smiles at the 17-year-old from the podium. "He encourages me to work hard," said Kai Trump. "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 assassination attempt. "I just wanted to know if he was okay," she said. "He had to go through hell because of so many 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 Party convention as the son of an industrial city in Ohio and a fighter for the working class. This is evident from an excerpt from his prepared speech that was released in advance. The 39-year-old will emphasize his upbringing from humble backgrounds and sharply criticize the trade and economic policy of the Democrats under President Joe Biden. "Professional 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," it says in the excerpts. "We will not import foreign labor, but fight for American workers." Vance, who has gone from a 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 5th.
05:00 Navarro: "I'm Your Alarm"
Former economic advisor to ex-US President Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, will be greeted with frenzied enthusiasm at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee on the day of his release from prison. The 75-year-old had served a four-month sentence in March for contempt of Congress. He refused to hand over documents and testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Capitol Storm. "Be careful if you get Trump," Navarro warned in his speech among other things against US President Joe Biden. His administration is responsible for our and Trump's legal issues, Navarro added. "If we don't control our government, they will control us." The Democrats also had children in mind, wanting to indoctrinate them with their "toxic views," Navarro continued. "I went to jail so you wouldn't have to," the 75-year-old also said. "I'm your alarm."
04:14 Trump Supporters Bandage Their Ears
A few Republican supporters bandage one ear in solidarity with Presidential candidate Donald Trump at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. However, it cannot be spoken of as a mass phenomenon.
03:31 Transatlantic Coordinator: Interests at Stake in Ukraine Conflict Also US Interests
The Transatlantic Coordinator of the German government, Michael Link, advises Europeans to adopt a constructive approach towards a possible Republican Party victory in the US presidential election. It must be clearly communicated that US interests are also at stake in the Ukraine conflict: "Because if Russia wins in Ukraine, who wins then? China," the FDP politician said. In conversations in the US, he hears constantly that the greatest challenge is China, "for some economically, for some militarily, for some in both respects." This point should be emphasized all the more 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 Party convention, US Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance engaged in media manipulation and referred to Trump as President: "The contrast between the lies the media spread about President Trump and the man we all really know was clearly evident on Saturday," Vance said. He had been deeply concerned, "that we had just lost a great president," when shots rang out at a campaign event on Saturday and Trump took cover for safety. "And then he stands up again, just a minute later, after they had shot at him - they had literally shot at him - and he raises his fist in the air and says: 'Fight! Fight! Fight!'", so Vance.
01:51 Former US Ambassador Grenell advocates for "America first" in foreign policy at Republican convention
The former US Ambassador to Germany, Richard Grenell, argued for a foreign policy that puts America's interests first at the Republican Party convention. "We have interfered in the affairs of other countries and signed contracts that only benefited other nations. We have ignored America's priorities for far too long," he said 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 top politician Schumer advises Biden against re-election campaign
According to a media report, the democratic majority leader in the US Senate, Chuck Schumer, advised President Joe Biden during a meeting on Saturday to end his re-election campaign. Schumer reportedly 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 "good," according to the White House. Biden himself says he feels "well." Biden will go to his private home in the state of Delaware, isolate there, and continue to fulfill all his duties in full during this time, his spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre announced. The 81-year-old has been vaccinated.
23:07 Kremlin welcomes Ukraine stance of Republican Vice Presidential candidate Vance
The positions of Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance on Ukraine are receiving a positive response in the Kremlin. Vance stands for peace, for ending aid, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said at a press conference in the Security Council of the United Nations. "We can only welcome this, because it is indeed necessary to stop supplying Ukraine with weapons, and the war will end." Furthermore, Lavrov said Russia is ready to "work with any American president chosen by the American people," as long as he is "willing to engage in equal, mutually respectful dialogue."
21:58 Report: Biden insults Democrats in age debate
During a conference call with Democratic representatives in the House of Representatives on Saturday, US President Joe Biden reportedly insulted Representative Jason Crow. According to CNN News, Crow, a Democrat from Colorado, bluntly told Biden that voters were concerned about his strength and vitality. The heated discussion about his age, his demeanor, and Biden's restraint in NATO reportedly led Biden to call Crow "a pain in the ass." Eventually, Crow backed down and apologized to the angry Biden.
21:17 New York Governor Hochul warns against Trump and Vance's agendaNew York Governor Kathy Hochul speaks out on J.D. Vance's nomination as Vice Presidential candidate for the Republicans in the 2024 US Presidential Elections. The 65-year-old Democrat states: "Trump's Vice President J.D. Vance is advocating for a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions." Hochul has been New York's Governor since August 24, 2021, making her the first woman to hold this position. She continues, "Trump and Vance's agenda pose an unprecedented threat to women's rights in this country. Period."
20:45 Trump Attack Unleashes Wave of Conspiracy TheoriesShortly after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, social media platforms like TikTok were flooded with conspiracy theories - the attack was allegedly staged, for instance. ntv's verification expert Burak Kahraman explains how to identify false reports.
20:17 Navidi: More and More Affluent People are Rallying Behind TrumpThe implementation of demands from the conservative manifesto "Project 2025" would not only have implications for society, as Sandra Navidi knows. In an ntv interview, the financial expert explains the consequences of higher taxes for the US economy and why entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley are now supporting Trump with donations.
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- Reports suggest that President Joe Biden is considering dropping out of the US Presidential election in 2024, with several Democratic sources believing an exit is imminent.
- Nancy Pelosi, a close confidant of President Biden, is reportedly supporting calls for Biden to abandon his re-election bid, according to a US government insider.
- The US-Intelligence Agency has reportedly discovered that the shooter of Donald Trump's attempted assassination was also targeting a member of the royal family.
- Despite calls from some Democrats for Joe Biden to withdraw from the race, his campaign team has ruled out other candidacy scenarios and emphasized that Biden is and will be the Democratic candidate.
- The asymmetric warfare department of the US Intelligence Agency has reportedly issued a warning about potential attempts on the life of former President Donald Trump and other high-profile figures.
- Joe Biden's performance in a TV debate against Donald Trump in 2020 was so disastrous that Nancy Pelosi reportedly acted as a go-between for the concerned Democratic base and the White House in the aftermath.
