Biden's campaign team rules out other candidature scenarios
Joe Biden's campaign team does not plan scenarios where Biden is not the leading Democrat candidate for the White House. "Our campaign does not play out scenarios where President Biden is not at the top of the candidate list. He is and will be the Democrat candidate," 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.
8:53 PM Weber: "A domino effect is about to begin" The West is planning to station US weapons in Germany, 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.
8:07 Report: Trump has insulted or attacked 38 percent of the US population An unofficial list from the "Washington Post" shows that former President Donald Trump has insulted or attacked almost 38 percent of the American population in speeches at rallies, on social media, and in interviews in cities and states that make up this percentage. Trump's statements could therefore affect more than 126 million people who are proud of their hometowns. Milwaukee, the host city of the Republican Convention, is reportedly referred to by Trump as "a terrible city."
7:33 Report: Melania Trump missing in Milwaukee: Where is the First Lady?Melania Trump is not on the speaker list for the final evening of the Republican Convention. According to trusted sources, there were many rumors in recent days about whether the wife of the now officially endorsed Republican 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, for example, the speech of his vice presidential candidate's wife, J.D. Vance. That Melania Trump is now not announced, while Usha Vance accompanied her husband on stage, could once again fuel rumors about the state of the Trump marriage.
6:48 Report: Obama questions Biden's chances of winning the electionFormer President Barack Obama reportedly questioned Biden's chances of winning the election in the past few days. According to the "Washington Post," Obama, who still wields significant influence in 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 from his own camp have called for Biden to withdraw in recent days. Several leading Democrats (see entries 6:53 and 1:17) have publicly urged Biden to step down.
18:14 Insider: Pelosi reportedly also for Biden's retreat
The influential Democrat Nancy Pelosi reportedly supports calls on US President Joe Biden to abandon his re-election bid, according to a source within the US administration. Pelosi reportedly endorses appeals from Representative Adam Schiff, a source close to the matter 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, particularly following the attack on Donald Trump. Many are accusing the Secret Service of failure. Several Republican Senators are taking out their anger directly on the head of the Security Service. An heated scene occurred on the sidelines of the event.
17:20 FBI report: Trump assassin had Royals in sight
The FBI is reported to have uncovered that the shooter of Donald Trump's attack also had a member of the royal family in his sights. 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-value" targets in his sights, including the FBI director and the US Attorney General. The FBI also discovered a post from Crooks on the gaming platform "Steam": "The 13th of July will be my debut, watch how it unfolds".
16:47 Democrat: Biden's withdrawal would be "in the best interest of the country"
According to Democrat John Hickenlooper, arguments for Joe Biden to withdraw from the current campaign are growing. "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, told a telephone interview. He did not join the growing number of party colleagues who explicitly demand that Biden resign. "If there's so much turmoil and so much dissatisfaction, it's not easy to bring the party together", he said. Biden remains popular, but the political landscape has changed compared to the previous election.
16:07 Absurd Cult: Trump fans wear earbands
The Trump cult continues to produce new, bizarre, even absurd blooms. At the Republican Party convention, several Trump 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 have 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 reportedly ignored warnings about the shooter. New video recordings now show: Thomas Crooks was apparently already at the scene an hour before the assault.
13:58 Granddaughter gushes about "normal grandfather" TrumpAccording to Donald Trump Jr., this is the first public appearance for Kai. 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 Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump. If he looks at the content, there are many topics "on which we agree," Spahn tells 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 parliamentary group 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 noticed in the US." At the same time, he makes it clear: "I am also often irritated by the wording, the unconventionality, and the entire way Donald Trump handles things, like for example the storming of the Capitol."
12:44 Biden may only have "days" left to resignTrump's vice-presidential candidate gives 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 the possibly decisive decision of the campaign.
12:11 Local police warned Secret Service they could not secure the buildingThe local police apparently warned the Secret Service about the rally of former President Donald Trump that a building could not be secured, 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 representation. 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 meters 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 shot 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. Around 20 minutes before the shots were fired, a sniper had spotted the suspect 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. Is this a deliberate strategy change? For this, there is another detail.
10:05 Hundreds Mourn for Slain FirefighterHundreds of people attend a funeral 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 fire chief, Comperatore was fatally shot when a security officer opened fire on Trump at his ear. 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 "open to listening" to withdrawal callsPresident Joe Biden has reportedly become more open to arguments in recent days as to why he should not run for re-election. This is reported by the "New York Times" with reference to informed Democrats. Biden has given no signs that he intends to change his mind about staying in the race, the Democrats say. However, he is open to listening 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 receptive attitude than a week ago.
09:08 Security Expert: Handling of potential Trump win "reckless""We could have prevented the worst," says security expert Frank Umbach about the first term of Donald Trump. If the Republican presidential candidate is elected for a second time, Europe is expecting a different scenario. Germany is not adequately prepared.
08:32 Ex-CIA Chief Panetta finds security lapses "disturbing"
Former CIA Director Leon Panetta expresses concerns about security lapses regarding the attempted attack on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, specifically in light of reports of Iranian threats against the former president. According to the British "Guardian", he says in a podcast: "It's particularly disturbing what we've found out: that the intelligence service passed on information to the Secret Service about ... assassination threats from Iran, not only against former President Trump but also against others. And he adds: 'And if that's true and they were unable to establish a perimeter, then that's ridiculous.'
07:55 Scholz: "We see that uncertainty is growing in America"
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz warns, looking at the US presidential campaign, of risky developments. "We see that uncertainty is growing in America - as it does, by the way, in many prosperous societies in the North," he tells T-Online. Uncertainty about the future leads to tensions in societies. Developments in the US also have consequences 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 says: "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 praises his father's courage after 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 showed the whole 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 shown on the screens of the 78-year-old with a bloodied cheek and an outstretched fist in front of a US flag.
06:53 Pelosi also increases pressure on Biden
So also Pelosi: According to a CNN report, Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, informs President Joe Biden that, according to polls, he cannot win against Donald Trump. Biden could destroy the chances of the Democrats to regain control of the House of Representatives. The broadcaster CNN reports this based on information from four insiders who were informed about the phone call. None of the insiders told CNN that Pelosi had asked Biden to withdraw his candidacy. Pelosi still has a lot of influence among the Democrats.
06:31 Vance pays tribute to Trump: "A beloved father and grandfather"
The Vice Presidential candidate, J.D. Vance, pays tribute to Donald Trump at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee as a man of political moderation. "In a 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. "Consider what they said. They said he was a tyrant. They said he must be stopped at all costs," says Vance further, without naming who they are. But how did former President Trump react to the assassination attempt, Vance wondered. "He called for national unity, for national peace, literally, after an assassin had almost taken his life." Vance himself had blamed President Joe Biden for the attack on Trump. Vance also accepts his nomination officially in his Milwaukee speech.
05:57 "She's standing on stage for the first time" - Trump's granddaughter speaks
Donald Trump's granddaughter paints a picture of a loving grandfather in her speech at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. "She's standing on stage for the first time," announces Trump's eldest son Don Jr., introducing his oldest daughter. "Kai Madison Trump!" Ex-President Trump, who is scheduled to speak at the convention on Friday night but attends the arena every day, smiles at the 17-year-old from the podium. "He encourages me to keep going," 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. 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 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 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 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 extracts. "We will not import foreign labor, but fight for American workers." Vance, who has gone from the 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 am Your Alarm"
Former economic advisor to ex-US President Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, will be welcomed 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 and Reform Committee about the Capitol storm. "Be careful if you get Trump," Navarro warned in his speech among other things against US President Joe Biden. His government is responsible for our and Trump's legal problems, 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 am your alarm."
04:14 Trump Supporters Bandage Their Ears
A few Republican supporters bandage one ear as a sign of solidarity at Donald Trump's presidential campaign rally in Milwaukee: Some Republicans attach a gauze pad to their ear. However, this cannot be called 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 handle a potential victory of the Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump constructively. One must clearly show that there are US interests at stake in the Ukraine conflict: "Because if Russia wins in Ukraine, who benefits then? China," so the FDP politician. In conversations, he hears in the US constantly 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 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 clear to us on Saturday," Vance said. He had been very afraid, "that we had just lost a great President," when 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 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 Party convention
The former US Ambassador to Germany, Richard Grenell, pleaded 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 the priorities of America for too many years," 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 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 campaign
The Democratic Majority Leader in the US Senate, Chuck Schumer, advised President Joe Biden during a Saturday meeting to end his re-election campaign, according to a media report by ABC News. Schumer told the 81-year-old that his withdrawal would be better for the country and the Democratic Party. No official confirmation of this information is available.
00:24 Biden tests positive for Corona
US President Joe Biden has tested positive for 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 carry out 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 the cessation of 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 the supply of weapons to Ukraine, and the war will end." Furthermore, Lavrov said Russia is ready to "work with any American president elected by the American people," as long as this president 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, candidly expressed concerns among the Democrats about Biden's energy and strength. The heated discussion about his age, his demeanor, and Biden's restraint in NATO allegedly led Biden to swear at Crow with the words: "Let that shit go." Eventually, Crow retreated 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 US Presidential Elections 2024. The 65-year-old Democrat states: "Trump's Vice President J.D. Vance is proposing 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. "The agenda of Trump and Vance poses an unprecedented threat to women's rights in this country. Period", Hochul continues.
20:45 Trump Attack unleashes wave of conspiracy theoriesShortly after the attempted attack on 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 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 societal implications, according to Sandra Navidi. 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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- In the upcoming US Presidency Election 2024, the Democrats, led by Joe Biden, do not entertain scenarios where Biden is not the leading candidate.
- Despite the attempts to discredit him, former President Donald Trump continues to insult or attack a significant portion of the US population, affecting over 126 million Americans.
- There have been calls for Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 US Presidential race following doubts expressed by influential figures like Barack Obama.
- The US Intelligence Agency reportedly uncovered an assassination plot against Donald Trump during his rally in Pennsylvania, with high-value targets including members of the royal family and US officials in sight.
- The Democratic National Committee is facing pressure from within to ensure that Vice President Kamala Harris performs well in the upcoming debates with Trump's vice presidential candidate.
- The ongoing politics in the USA sees the Republicans and Democrats making significant attempts to win the favor of voters, with events like the Republican Convention in Wisconsin playing a crucial role.
