At 06:53, Pelosi also increases the pressure on Biden
Earlier House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tells Biden he can't win against Trump:According to a CNN report, Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House, informed President Joe Biden that he cannot win against Donald Trump based on polls. Biden's chances of regaining the Democrats' control over the House of Representatives could be ruined. CNN cites four sources who were informed about the phone call. None of the sources indicated to CNN that Pelosi asked Biden to withdraw his candidacy. Pelosi still holds significant influence among the Democrats.
06:31: Vance praises Trump: "A beloved father and grandfather"J.D. Vance, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, paid tribute to Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee as a man of political moderation. "She's standing on a stage for the first time," Don Jr. announced his eldest daughter's appearance. "Kai Madison Trump!" Ex-President Trump, who was scheduled to speak at the convention on Friday night but attended every day in the arena, smiled at the 17-year-old from the podium. "He always encourages me to push harder," Kai Trump said. "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 attack. "I just wanted to know if he was okay," she said. Her grandfather had to "go through hell" because of many people, "but he's still standing. Opa: You're an inspiration, and I love you."
05:57 "She's standing on a stage for the first time" - Trump's granddaughter speaksDonald Trump's granddaughter painted a picture of a loving grandfather in her speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. "She's standing on a stage for the first time," Trump's eldest son Don Jr. introduced his eldest daughter. "Kai Madison Trump!" Ex-President Trump, who was scheduled to speak at the convention on Friday night but attended every day in the arena, smiled at the 17-year-old from the podium. "He always encourages me to work harder," Kai Trump said. "Of course, he sets the bar pretty high - but who knows, maybe one day I'll catch up to him." She also addressed the weekend's attack. "I just wanted to know if he was okay," she said. Her grandfather had to "go through hell" because of 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 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 of his speech that was released in advance. The 39-year-old will reportedly emphasize his background from humble origins 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, the extract states. "President Trump's vision is simple - we will not serve Wall Street, but commit to the workers." We will not import foreign labor, but fight for American citizens." Vance, who has taken his mother's child from poverty to a Yale graduate and successful risk capital investor, will directly address the working and middle classes in the decisive swing states of Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan - three "Swing States" in the Rust Belt that could decide the election on November 5.
05:00 Trump Ally to be Cheered at Party Convention After Prison Release
The former economic advisor to ex-US President Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, will be welcomed with frenzied applause at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee on the day of his release from prison. The 75-year-old had served a four-month prison sentence in March for contempt of Congress. He had refused to hand over documents and testify before a House investigative committee about the Capitol storm. Navarro shouted in his speech, among other things, against US President Joe Biden: "If they get Trump, be careful. Then they'll come for you." His administration is responsible for our and Trump's legal problems. "If we don't control our government, they will control us." The Democrats had also targeted children, wanting to indoctrinate them with their "toxic views," Navarro added.
04:14 Trump Supporters Bandage Their Ears
A few Trump supporters at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee are inspired by the bandage on Presidential candidate Donald Trump's ear: Some Republicans attach a safety pin as a sign of solidarity to their ear. However, it cannot be spoken of as a mass phenomenon.
03:31 Transatlantic Coordinator: Interests at Stake in Ukraine Conflict Go Beyond Europe
The Transatlantic Coordinator of the German government, Michael Link, advises Europeans to adopt a constructive approach towards a potential Trump administration win: Europeans must clearly demonstrate 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 in the US that the greatest challenge is China, "for some economically, for some militarily, for some in both respects." This point should therefore be emphasized particularly on the Republican side.
02:40 Vance over Attack: Had Fear "We Had Just Lost a Great President"
Shortly 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 truly know, we saw clearly on Saturday," said Vance. He had great fear that "we had just lost a great president," as gunshots rang out at a campaign event on Saturday and Trump took cover for safety. "And then he stands up a minute later, after they shot at him - they literally shot at him - and he raises his fist in the air and says: 'Fight! Fight! Fight!'", so Vance.
01:51 Ex-Ambassador Grenell Argues for "America First" in Foreign Policy
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 meddled in the affairs of other countries and signed treaties that only benefited other nations. We have ignored the priorities of America for too many years," said Grenell in Milwaukee. "This happened when Washington stopped being the capital of the United States and started being the capital of the world." Grenell is rumored to be a candidate for the position of US Secretary of State if Trump wins the election.
01:17 Democratic Party Leader Schumer Advises Biden Against Re-election
According to a media report, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer advised President Joe Biden during a Saturday meeting 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, according to 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, "I feel fine." 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, according to his spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre. The 81-year-old has been vaccinated.
23:07 Kremlin Welcomes Vance's Position on Ukraine from the Kremlin
The positions of Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance on Ukraine receive a positive response in the Kremlin. Vance stands for peace, for the cessation of aid, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a press conference in the United Nations Security Council. "We can only welcome this, because it is indeed necessary to stop the supply of weapons to Ukraine, 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, respectful dialogue."
21:58 Report: Biden insults Democrats in age debate
During a telephone conference with House Democrats on Saturday, US President Joe Biden reportedly harshly criticized Representative Jason Crow of Colorado. According to CNN News, Crow shared bluntly that voters were expressing concerns about Biden's energy and strength. Citing two sources familiar with the conversation, the heated discussion about his age, demeanor, and Biden's restraint in NATO led the US President to reportedly call out Crow with the words: "Let that shit go." Crow, according to CNN, later retracted his restraint and apologized to the angry Biden.
21:17 New York Governor Warns of Trump and Vance Agenda
New York Governor Kathy Hochul speaks out on CNN regarding J.D. Vance's potential nomination as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate for the 2024 US Presidential elections. The 65-year-old Democrat writes: "Trump's Vice President J.D. Vance advocates for a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions." The US Politician has been New York Governor since August 24, 2021. She is the first woman to hold this position. "Trump and Vance's agenda pose an unprecedented threat to women's rights in this country. Period," Hochul further writes.
20:45 Trump Assassination Attempt Triggers Wave of Conspiracy Theories
Shortly 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 fact-checking expert Burak Kahraman explains how to identify false rumors.
20:17 Navidi: Why More Affluent Individuals Are Backing Trump
The implementation of 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 economic implications of higher taxes for the US economy and why wealthy individuals from Silicon Valley are now supporting Trump with donations.
You can read about earlier developments here.**
- Despite Nancy Pelosi's warning that President Joe Biden might not be able to defeat Donald Trump in the 2024 US Presidential Election, the Democrats have not asked him to withdraw his candidacy.
- J.D. Vance, the Democratic vice presidential nominee, paid tribute to Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, praising him as a man of political moderation and a beloved father and grandfather.
- In his speech at the Republican National Convention, J.D. Vance expressed his fear that "we had just lost a great president" when gunshots were heard during a Trump campaign event, but he was inspired by Trump's resilience and strength.
- According to a report, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer advised President Biden during a Saturday meeting to end his re-election campaign, stating that it would be better for the country and the Democratic Party.
- The Transatlantic Coordinator of the German government, Michael Link, urged Europeans to adopt a constructive approach towards a potential Trump administration win, emphasizing US interests in the Ukraine conflict.
- Donald Trump's former economic advisor, Peter Navarro, who served a four-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress, will be welcomed with frenzied applause at the Republican Party convention for his support of Trump and his criticism of the Biden administration.
