Could Kamala Harris win over Trump?
16:23 Team Spokesperson: Biden takes concerns from Democrats seriously
According to his team, US President Joe Biden will return to campaigning in the next week after isolating due to mild Corona-symptoms. Jen O'Malley Dillon, the head of his campaign team, made the announcement on MSNBC. "He's absolutely in," she says in an interview with the network. The 81-year-old is taking the concerns of some Democrats seriously but is determined to fight for a second term. In recent days, pressure on Biden has grown. Several representatives of his democratic party have publicly questioned his physical and mental fitness for a candidacy and his chances of winning. Biden has withdrawn to his home in Delaware due to a Corona infection.
15:38 Kamala Harris counters Trump's Unity Promise
In his speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, the presidential candidate Donald Trump aims to unite the deeply divided American population. In response, US Vice President Kamala Harris writes in clear terms on social media: "If you claim to stand for unity, you must do more than just use the word." Harris writes that he can't just claim to stand for the unity of the USA when he follows an agenda that deprives whole groups of Americans of their fundamental freedoms, opportunities, and dignity.
14:33 Media Report: Biden considers dropping out of the race
According to media reports, the ailing US President Joe Biden is now considering dropping out of the race for the White House. The "New York Times" cites several sources from Biden's circle, who say the 81-year-old is beginning to accept that he may not be able to win the election against his rival Donald Trump in November. "Reality is setting in," the "New York Times" quotes from Biden's circle. The source is not surprised if Biden soon supports Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate. Another person close to the president notes, however, that he has not yet made a decision.
13:50 Attacker informed himself about other mass shootings
The Trump attacker informed himself about another mass shooting on the internet before the attack, according to CNN, citing law enforcement sources. This refers to an incident at a high school in Michigan in 2021, where a teenager shot and killed four students, and the charges against his parents.
13:17 Hulk Hogan pays tribute to "Gladiator" Trump in bizarre speech
As a professional wrestler, Hulk Hogan became a folk hero in the USA in the 80s and 90s. Advertising and film appearances followed. Now, he enters the presidential campaign in a spectacular way. At the Republican National Convention, Hulk Hogan pays tribute to Donald Trump in wrestling style.
12:36 Spahn praises Trump's foreign political stances
Union Vice-Fraction Leader Jens Spahn expresses approving words for Trump's foreign political positions. Spahn mentioned on MDR approximately the stance towards containing China and the existence right of Israel. The former Health Minister also commented on Trump's announced peace initiative for Ukraine. He said Europeans should "be part of these talks" and should not be content with the spectator role. Spahn emphasized as an observer at the Republican Party convention that Trump "is often right politically" externally. "Our Iran policy was wrong in retrospect, his was right. Our policy on Nord Stream 2 was wrong, he had warned." Trump has been urging "for many years," that Europe should do more for its security, said Spahn. "We have kept our eyes closed for too long."
11:52 Communication expert: Trump uses "untypical tones"
With over 90 minutes, Donald Trump delivers the longest nomination speech yet. This speech, however, is not just about the "typical campaign with a lot of fake news," says communication expert Christian Galvez, but also about "untypical tones" for the Republicans:
11:26 Trump's performance reminds security experts of "Life of Brian"
According to security expert Christian Mölling, the content of the statements at the US Republican Party convention is not the most significant thing. "If you see that people are really clinging to this bond. [...] That's like in Life of Brian," he says in the "Stern" podcast "The Situation." "There's a scene at the end where everyone is chasing after someone's sandal, who has become a sort of icon, almost worshipped by it, whether it's a sandal or a band: Trump is being stylized as the savior and he styles himself that way too, and that's why the contents, I believe, are totally banal."
10:55 Politologist on Trump's calculation: "Arithmetic carries enormous risk"
How surprising or expected was Trump's speech at the Republican Party convention? Thomas Jäger takes a look at the potential consequences of his announcements for Ukraine and other US allies. He also assesses whether Biden will still be the Democratic Party's presidential candidate next week:
10:19 Trump accuses Biden of causing more damage than "ten worst presidents" combined
Trump actually didn't want to mention Biden in his speech, but he deviated from his script again. "The damage he has caused to this country is unimaginable," Trump said about the incumbent president. When the "damage" caused by the ten worst presidents in US history is added up, it is not as great as the damage caused by Biden.
09:51 When Trump deviates from the script, chaos ensues
In Milwaukee, Trump told of the assassination attempt against him; he looked tired, was then cheered on by delegates, and did not always stick to the script - then "old tunes come through." NTV reporter Hanna Klouth reports on her impressions of Trump's official presidential nomination speech at the Republican Party:
09:15 Trump makes over 20 false claims in speechCNN counts over 20 false claims in Trump's campaign speech. Many of them were previously made by the presidential candidate, some for years. Topics affected include economy, immigration, crime, foreign policy, and elections. The statement that he left the world at peace for the Biden administration is deemed "absurd" by the network. Trump also repeated the allegation of election fraud against the Democrats - even though, according to the report, it was not in the speech manuscript.
08:45 Trump obfuscates Taiwan issue in speechChina was mentioned only once in Trump's speech in a national security context. He said, "The country surrounds Taiwan" - without specifying whether his administration would come to Taiwan's aid if China attacks it, should he be re-elected. Trump has not yet committed to this issue.
08:22 Trump falsely accuses Biden of record inflationAfter the US inflation rate reached 9.1% in June 2022, the highest in 40 years, it has since dropped to 3%, according to CNN. Trump's accusation of record inflation under US President Biden is therefore incorrect. The record was actually 23.7% in 1920.
08:01 Trump's first act: close the borderIn his return to the White House, Trump plans to close the border as one of his first official acts to prevent migrants from entering the US, according to his own statements. "I will end the illegal immigration crisis by closing our border and completing the wall," the 78-year-old confirmed in his speech at the Republican Party convention. "We must stop the invasion of our country."
07:20 Trump overstates victory against IS in SyriaTrump also overstated his achievements against IS in Syria in his speech. The New York Times explains that Trump's claim of having completely defeated the terror organization within two months of his tenure is an exaggeration. The US-led coalition against the so-called Islamic State began in 2014, long before Trump's first term, and his successor Barack Obama's strategy was continued. The last IS territories were lost in March 2019, not two months, but two years after Trump took office.
06:51 Trump lies about abandoned military equipment in AfghanistanTrump's false claim about the US leaving $85 billion worth of military equipment in Afghanistan was also repeated in his speech. According to US media, this refers to the total amount that Congress provided for a support fund for Afghan security forces during the war. The abandoned equipment was estimated by the Defense Department to be worth around $7.1 billion, according to CNN.
06:31 Trump disparages migrants indirectly as "garbage"Trump used his speech to incite against migrants and employed dehumanizing language. "They come from everywhere," the 78-year-old said. "We have become a dumping ground for the rest of the world - and they laugh at us." Trump spoke extensively about immigration. He repeated statements from campaign rallies. He claims, for example, that almost exclusively criminals come across the southern border and that people come from "mental institutions".
06:18 Trump speaks for 95 minutes
Donald Trump's nomination speech ends after a total of 95 minutes. The 78-year-old presents himself on stage with his family. Melania Trump is also present at the Republican Party's nomination event in Milwaukee after being absent from important campaign events such as her husband's TV debate with President Biden.
05:49 Trump: I save democracy
Donald Trump urges people not to "demonize" political differences. The USA should not "criminalize dissent," he says in his nomination speech at the Republican Convention. The 78-year-old does not see himself as a threat to democracy, but rather as its "savior for the people of our country." Trump is involved in various legal disputes. He frequently portrays himself publicly as a victim of a politically motivated "witch hunt." He still has not acknowledged his loss in the 2020 presidential election against Joe Biden.
05:06 Trump remembers attack victim and kisses firefighter's helmet
At his nomination speech in Milwaukee, Donald Trump remembers the man killed in the attack on him. Following this, Trump kisses the helmet of the firefighter who was shot at the campaign event in the US state of Pennsylvania. The man's jacket was also visible on stage. "He was incredible," Trump says. The 50-year-old reportedly shielded his wife and daughter from the bullets when the shooter opened fire. He was fatally wounded, while two other people were seriously injured.
04:53 Trump tells story of the attack
With a soft and slower voice than usual, Donald Trump tells the story of the attack against him in Milwaukee - "for the first and only time," as he explains. Because it is too painful to tell it again, he says. "I had God on my side. (...) I shouldn't be here tonight." At this, the audience begins to shout: "But, you should be here!"
04:46 Trump begins nomination speech in conciliatory tone
Donald Trump begins his speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in a conciliatory tone: "I am running to be President for all of America, not for half of America. There is no victory if you win for half of America."
04:08 Carlson: Aided Ukraine "middle finger" to Americans
Tucker Carlson, the Putin-friendly talk show host, criticized US aid to Ukraine at the Republican National Convention. "You don't see our President using our military to protect our country or the lives of our citizens - no, that's for Ukraine," Carlson said in Milwaukee. "That's a middle finger to every American." Carlson is known for spreading false information and conspiracy theories. He was fired from Fox News, the conservative US broadcaster, last year. In early February, he traveled to Moscow for an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. In the interview, Putin spoke uninterrupted for over two hours about Russia and Ukraine. Ukraine later sarcastically honored Carlson as the "Kremlin insider of the month".
03:35 Lara Trump: The attack changed TrumpThe co-chair of the Republican National Committee, Lara Trump, has observed a change of heart in her father-in-law. The attack on Saturday reportedly caused the presidential candidate to rework his upcoming speech and emphasize unity, according to Eric Trump's wife: "I don't think you can go through what he went through on Saturday without it having an effect." Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris finds Trump's call for unity less credible. "We're too busy watching what you do and what you say," Harris said at a campaign event.
02:27 Jason Miller: Biden's withdrawal would have little impact on Trump's campaignAccording to a high-ranking advisor to Donald Trump, an exit of US President Joe Biden from the race for the White House would not significantly alter Trump's campaign. "Whether it's Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, or any other radical liberal Democrat, they're all responsible for the destruction of our economy and the collapse of our borders," says Jason Miller, one of Trump's closest advisors, on the sidelines of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. In Trump's speech in a few hours, it won't be "about Joe Biden," but "about President Trump and his vision for the country," Miller adds.
01:36 Nancy Pelosi believes Biden is close to dropping outAccording to a report by the "Washington Post", influential Democrat Nancy Pelosi also believes that President Joe Biden could be convinced to withdraw from the race for the US Presidency soon. The newspaper cites three unnamed Democratic officials close to Pelosi. The former Speaker of the House is a close confidant of Biden. After his disastrous TV debate performance against Trump, Pelosi reportedly acts as a go-between for the concerned party base and the White House.
00:43 Scholz sees US presidential election as openGerman Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the SPD still considers the outcome of the US presidential election open. "It's a bit daring 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 Great Britain. As an example, he mentions the last federal election, which he won as the SPD's candidate despite being behind in the polls against the Union. As a good Democrat, he wants to remind everyone, "elections only take place when they take place."
23:28 Insider: Biden weighing withdrawal from presidential race
US-President Joe Biden is reportedly considering withdrawing from the presidential race according to sources within the Democratic Party. Biden is taking the calls for him to step down seriously, say trusted sources. Multiple Democratic officials believe an exit is only a matter of time. "I'm certain he's really going back and forth in his mind about it," says one anonymous insider. "He's thinking very seriously about it." Another Democratic insider adds, Biden has recognized the signs of the times. "It feels like it's a matter of when, not if," so the insider. Quentin Fulks, Biden's deputy campaign manager, however, stated the president is not undecided 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 anticipate that they will have an opportunity to meet while Prime Minister Netanyahu is in town," says John Kirby, spokesperson for the National Security Council of the USA. He cannot, however, "at this point" say how such a meeting will specifically unfold. Netanyahu is flying to Washington on Monday to deliver a speech before the US Congress. Israeli media had reported of a planned meeting with Biden. Whether such a meeting will take place, however, depends on the progression of Biden's Corona infection, Kirby cautions. "We need to ensure that the President's health and recovery remain a priority," says the spokesperson.
22:14 Doctor: Biden suffering 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, reports Kevin O'Connor. The president is being treated with the medication Paxlovid. The White House announced on Wednesday that Biden had tested positive for Coronavirus during a trip to Las Vegas. Biden has canceled an appearance in the US state of Nevada. He is isolating at his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
21:37 Biden campaign team rules out other candidacy scenarios
The campaign team of US-President Joe Biden is not considering scenarios in which Biden does not run as the Democratic Party's top candidate for the White House. "Our campaign is not running through scenarios where President Biden is not at the top of the candidate list. He is and will be the candidate of the Democrats," says Quentin Fulks, Biden's deputy campaign manager, at a press conference in Milwaukee. Biden himself has repeatedly emphasized that he will remain in the race and will not withdraw his candidacy.
20:53 Weber: "A cascade could be set in motion"
The West is threatening to station weapons in Germany, the Kremlin responds with atomic threats. The constant back-and-forth of reaction and counter-reaction 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 insulted or attacked 38 percent of the US population
A self-proclaimed unofficial list from the "Washington Post" shows that former President Donald Trump has insulted or attacked people in speeches at rallies, on social media, and in interviews in cities and states that make up nearly 38 percent 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 Convention, is reportedly referred to by Trump as "a terrible city."
19:33 Where is Melania Trump? Melania Trump missing from Milwaukee:Melania Trump is not on the speaker list for the final evening of the Republican Convention. This was reported by trusted sources. There had been much speculation about whether the former First Lady would make an appearance at the gathering of her husband's 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, Usha Vance. Melania Trump's absence, while Usha Vance supported her husband on stage, could once again fuel rumors about the state of the Trump marriage.
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- Following the concerns of some Democrats about his physical and mental fitness, President Joe Biden is determined to fight for a second term in the US Presidency Election 2024, despite withdrawing to his home in Delaware due to a Corona infection.
- During the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump's aides reportedly discussed the possibility of him dropping out of the race against Biden in the 2024 US Presidency Election, due to concerns about his ability to win again.
- In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, US Intelligence and law enforcement agencies have reportedly been monitoring attempts by Trump supporters to organize similar attacks against his political opponents, including Joe Biden and Democratic voters in key states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.
- In response to Donald Trump's Unity Promise during the Republican National Convention, Joe Biden's vice president Kamala Harris publicly questioned his commitment to unity, stating that he cannot claim to stand for unity in the United States of America while following an agenda that deprives whole groups of Americans of their fundamental freedoms and opportunities.
- During the 2024 US Presidency Election, Republicans, led by former President Donald Trump, have expressed their intention to challenge the results of the election if they believe that cheating or fraud has taken place, as they did in the 2020 election, in which Joe Biden was declared the winner.
- In the weeks leading up to the 2024 US Presidency Election, both Democrats and Republicans have launched aggressive campaigns to shore up support in key states like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, with both sides accusing each other of spreading misinformation and trying to suppress the vote in order to gain an advantage at the polls.
