The Kreml does not expect much from Trump as US-President
Russia, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitri Peskov, has low expectations for a possible presidency of Donald Trump in the USA. Regarding the relationship between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Trump, Peskov stated to journalists that "nothing good was done for Russia under Trump." On the contrary, "there were more restrictions." However, he added that there was a dialogue, which can be considered a positive element.
13:18 Spahn expects Trump victory, Chancellor must have an offer CDU politician Jens Spahn is following the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee. He 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 Shot 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 man died at the scene, and it was reported that the other two were in critical condition. Now, "Bild" newspaper reports that both men are doing better, and their health condition is stable.
11:57 Big Dog takes over Republican Party convention West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's popularity, in part, is due to his dog, according to analysts. For similar enthusiasm, "Babydog" stole the show at the Republican Party convention.
Shirt with iconic Trump fist is a hit among Republicans With blood on his face and a defiant fist raised before the US flag: The historic image of Donald Trump after the attack in Butler has been immortalized on fan shirts within fewer than 72 hours. T-shirts with the image and the inscription "MAGA Movement Can't Be Stopped" (in German: "Die MAGA-Bewegung ist nicht aufzuhalten") have been sold at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee since yesterday.
10:58 Republicans rally against Kamala Harris At the Republican Party convention, it is already clear how the party will work against Vice President Kamala Harris if Joe Biden renounces his 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 this as a preview of the campaign strategy against Harris should she replace Biden as the presidential candidate.
10:18 Security heightened for Trump due to alleged Iran plot According to US media reports, there have been heightened security measures for Donald Trump for weeks due to alleged Iranian assassination plans. The CNN and other media reported, however, that there is no connection to the attack on Trump on Saturday. The Iranian government sharply rejected the reports.
09:49 Navidi: Democrat victory is "our only salvation" BeyondGlobal expert Sandra Navidi warns forcefully against another presidency of Trump and the plans of 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 are at stake.
09:12 DAX suffering under Trump's "America First" policies
In contrast to the US market, the DAX is still stuck in consolidation mode. According to market participants, it is suffering from Donald Trump's economic policies. If Trump is re-elected, he plans to impose high tariffs on imports from China, but also on all other imports. "Companies should invest directly in the US and create jobs there," one market participant stated, clarifying "America first." Trump has also demanded that the US Federal Reserve not lower interest rates before the election.
08:39 Trump: Taiwan should pay US for defense
Donald Trump has given a business-like response regarding US support for Taiwan in the event of a Chinese attack. "I think Taiwan should pay us for the defense. We're not doing this out of charity. Taiwan doesn't give us anything," Trump told Bloomberg Businessweek when asked if he would defend Taiwan against China. China could attack Taiwan, but it won't, "because they don't want to lose all those chip factories," the former president added. "I wouldn't feel as secure in their place, but think about it: Taiwan took our chip business away from us, aren't we stupid?"
08:02 Iran denies threatening Trump
The Iranian mission to the United Nations has denied reports of threats against former President Donald Trump. "These are baseless and politically motivated allegations," a spokesperson for the Iranian UN mission in New York stated. For the Iranians, Trump is a war criminal who ordered the killing of Iranian General Ghassem Soleimani in 2020. "Trump must be held accountable and punished for this, but the Iranian government has chosen the legal route," the spokesperson added. The Secret Service has reportedly increased security measures for Trump in recent weeks due to threats from Iran, according to media reports from US broadcasters CNN and MSNBC.
07:38 Heritage Foundation wants to dissolve Weather Service
For a possible Trump victory, the right-wing think tank "Heritage Foundation" has developed an ultraconservative program to be implemented during his tenure: The authors are against abortion, call for a pornography ban, and advocate for measures that promote "marriage, work, motherhood, fatherhood, and the nuclear family." The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which includes the Weather Service or the US Hurricane Center, should be dissolved, as it is considered "one of the main driving forces of the climate change alarm industry." They plan to replace most federal employees and bureaucrats with political appointees. The president's power should be expanded, while Congress should be weakened.
07:12 Trump: Fed should not lower interest rates before election
Donald Trump has spoken out against lowering interest rates by the US Federal Reserve before the election. "That's something they shouldn't do," the ex-president stated in an interview with Bloomberg Businessweek. According to the business magazine, the Wall Street market expects two interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve by the end of the year, one of which - and this is crucial - before the elections. An interest rate cut in September is already largely priced in.
06:36 Among Democrats, 39 percent want Biden to end his campaign
In a survey conducted by Reuters/Ipsos and completed on Tuesday, 39 percent of Democrats expressed the view 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 set the stage for a second Trump administration, allowing them to push through their political agenda without significant opposition from the Democrats. It is being speculated that the Democratic Party might rally around Vice President Kamala Harris as a new candidate if Biden steps down.
05:17 Biden calls for assault weapons ban
US President Joe Biden has once again called for a ban on assault weapons. During a campaign event in Las Vegas, Nevada, Biden cited the attack on Trump, stating that the assailant used an AR-15. "It's time to ban them," Biden said. Attempts at stricter gun regulations have been ongoing for years, but they have consistently stalled – largely due to Republican opposition and the gun lobby's strong resistance to any efforts to tighten gun ownership regulations.
04:41 DHS to investigate Trump attack
The Inspector General of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched an investigation into the attack on Trump. 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 underway. The investigation aims to provide insight into whether the security measures were adequate and if there were any potential oversights.
04:13 Former rival Haley endorses Trump
Nikki Haley, a former Republican primary rival, made her stance clear at the Republican convention in Milwaukee: "I want to make one thing clear: Donald Trump has my full support. Period," the 52-year-old said. Haley was greeted with a mix of cheers and boos upon her arrival. However, when she publicly endorsed Trump during her speech, the audience applauded. Trump himself was present at the convention hall, having arrived later than anticipated.
03:15 Shooter ordered 'dangerous material'
The young man who shot at Trump was reportedly receiving packages in the months leading up to the incident, some of which bore the warning "dangerous material." According to the "New York Times," such a label was noted in a police report. Law enforcement discovered a bomb in the suspect's home and two more in his car, which was parked near the event venue. The FBI subsequently reviewed his mailing history.
02:24 Trump: Taiwan should pay US for defense
Donald Trump expressed reluctance regarding US support for Taiwan in the event of a Chinese attack. "I think Taiwan should pay us for the defense. We're not just an insurance company. Taiwan doesn't give us anything," Trump told "Bloomberg Businessweek" when asked if he would defend Taiwan against China. China could easily attack Taiwan. "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
After J.D. Vance was nominated as the Vice Presidential candidate for the Republicans, he and Vice President Kamala Harris exchanged words regarding a TV debate. According to insiders, the two leading politicians are working on agreeing on the framework for a TV debate. Harris has agreed to participate in a debate on CBS News, either on July 23 or August 13. These dates had already been agreed upon by Trump and Biden two months ago. However, the Trump side had requested a debate on Fox News. Biden's team might not agree to this.
00:39 Trump phones widow of slain firefighter
Donald Trump 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 Comperatore's sister, President Biden also reached out for the conversation, but the family declined.
23:27 Democratic resistance to early Biden nomination
There is resistance among US Democrats in the House of Representatives to the party leadership's plans to formally nominate President Biden as a candidate for the November election before the scheduled nomination party on August 19-22. In a draft letter, a group of congressional representatives expresses "serious concerns" about the plan to nominate Biden through a virtual vote on July 21. It was stated in the letter that it would be a "terrible idea" to suppress the debate about Biden's candidacy with an early vote. "It could deeply undermine the morale and unity of the Democrats."
22:49 Democratic congressman warns of massive losses – due to Biden
The Democratic congressman 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 the candidate, he would not only lose to former President Donald Trump, but he could also significantly hinder other Democratic candidates, causing the party to likely lose the Senate and miss the chance to gain control of the House of Representatives, according to Schiff 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, 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, and political affiliation," Carson said on CNN. "Someone needs to be the adult in the room. I don't expect the other side to come to that conclusion. They will give some lip service," he said. "There are many on the other side who are what Lenin called 'useful idiots.' They don't realize they are harming themselves."
21:39 Spahn: Scholz should talk to Trump
German Vice-Chancellor and Union Fraktion leader Jens Spahn urges Chancellor Olaf Scholz to establish contact with Donald Trump. "It would be in Germany's interest if Olaf Scholz reported to Trump after the attack," Spahn tells "Spiegel": "I hope he understands that." Spahn advocates for a rapprochement with Trump. "I'm sure Donald Trump is aware of who is reaching out to him in this situation." Spahn states that he dislikes many things about the Republican Party in general, including Trump's style and demeanor. "But does that mean we have to set up a dictatorship?" It is not in Germany's interest, "to present Donald Trump as a potential next President of our most important ally as an adversary."
19:32 Iranian assassination plot against Trump?
The US has received indications of an Iranian plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump, CNN reports, citing sources. The US intelligence community and Trump's campaign team were informed about this 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 was involved in the Iranian plot, CNN adds.
18:58 Trump spreads erroneous statements about vaccinations
Donald Trump reportedly disseminated factually incorrect statements about vaccinations during a phone call with independent Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. CNN reports, citing a video that Bobby Kennedy III, Robert F. Kennedy's son, had briefly posted on social media. In the video, Trump discusses the number of vaccine doses given to children and suggests that babies change drastically after receiving a large number of vaccines. "When you give a baby an injection with 38 active ingredients that looks like it's for a horse and not for a 10 or 20-pound baby, then suddenly the baby starts changing radically," Trump says. "I've seen that happen too many times."
18:24 After shooting pause: Biden campaign resumes advertising
According to information from Reuters, Biden's campaign team plans to resume advertising this week. Two sources familiar with the matter confirmed this. The Biden campaign declined to comment. Biden had halted campaign ads following the shooting at Trump's rally.
17:53 Secret Service: Police were in the building from which the shooter fired
In the building from which the shooter fired at Donald Trump on Saturday, there were policemen from a local unit. This was explained by Kimberly A. Cheatle, Director of the Secret Service, in an interview with ABC News. "There were local police officers in the building - there were local police officers in the vicinity, 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.
Earlier developments can be read here.**
- Despite Russia's past experiences with a Trump presidency, some political figures in Germany, like CDU politician Jens Spahn, continue to believe in a potential victory for Donald Trump in the United States Presidency Election 2024.
- If Joe Biden decides not to run for re-election in the 2024 United States Presidency Election, some Democrats have expressed concerns that a weak Biden campaign could lead to a second term for former President Donald Trump, which they view as a significant threat to their political agenda.
