Yellen: Biden restored the good reputation of the USA at 19:20
US Finance Minister Janet Yellen praises President Joe Biden's economic policy. In her first public remarks following Biden's withdrawal from the campaign trail, the former Federal Reserve chairwoman stated that Biden had restored the good reputation of the US in the world. The robust economic growth rates were no coincidence. Since Biden's inauguration, 15.7 million jobs have been created, which also supported the global economy. Yellen added on the sidelines of the G20 Finance Ministers meeting in Rio de Janeiro that the data on Gross Domestic Product and inflation in the second quarter had confirmed that the US was on track. The likely Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, would continue the core issues of the Biden administration, according to Yellen. She understands what is necessary on the international stage.
18:50 Ella Emhoff, Harris' stepdaughter, counters "cat lady" remarks from Vance
After J.D. Vance called Kamala Harris "miserable" and "childless cat lady," Harris' stepdaughter, Ella Emhoff, responds on Instagram. In her Instagram Story, she writes, "How can you be 'childless' when I have such sweet kids like Cole and me?" She adds, "I love my three parents." Ella Emhoff is the biological child of Harris' husband Doug Emhoff. His ex-wife condemned Vance's remarks against Harris earlier as "baseless attacks." Harris is described as "loving, caring, protective, and always present" in her role as a parent.
18:20 Harris: We want to ban guns and books
In her speech before the American Federation of Teachers in Houston, Kamala Harris first praised US President Joe Biden. His speech in the Oval Office shows "what true leadership looks like." Harris then thanked the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and called them "a proud product of public education." Harris criticized the "conservative culture warriors" who want to limit instruction on ethnicity and gender. "We want to ban assault weapons and they want to ban books. Can you imagine?" Harris continued, "They have the audacity to tell teachers they should strap on a weapon in the classroom." For her statements, she received much applause from the teachers and union members.
17:55 Harris condemns "despicable" actions during Washington protests
Kamala Harris condemned some actions during the protests in Washington the previous day. In response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech before Congress, some demonstrators and demonstrators tore down and burned the American flag. "Yesterday in Washington D.C., we saw despicable actions from unpatriotic protesters and dangerous, hate-fueled rhetoric," Harris said. Pro-Hamas graffiti and rhetoric are despicable and "should not be tolerated in our country." She added, "I condemn the burning of the American flag. This flag is a symbol of our highest ideals as a nation and represents the promise of America."
17:25 Trump allegedly disparaged people with disabilitiesFred C. Trump III accuses his uncle Donald Trump of disparaging people with disabilities. In his book "All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way," set to be released next week, Fred Trump writes about a meeting with his uncle during his presidency in 2020. The former president is said to have commented on people with disabilities: "The condition they're in, all the costs, maybe they should just die." The relationship between Fred Trump and his uncle has been strained since then. According to his own statements, Fred Trump's nephew himself has a child with disabilities. Trump is reported to have once said about him: "I don't know. He doesn't recognize you. Maybe you should just let him die and move to Florida." The corresponding passages of the book were previously leaked by "The Times" magazine. Trump has yet to respond to a request for comment.
17:00 Trump: Israel must end war "and quickly"The Republican US presidential candidate Donald Trump urged for a swift end to the Gaza War and the release of hostages from Hamas's grip one day before his planned meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "Israel must end the war 'and quickly'," the ex-president said in an interview with the US broadcaster Fox. In addition, Israel must improve its "public relations." Trump also criticized those who protested against Netanyahu's speech before the US Congress in the interview.
16:40 Biden praises himself and Harris for growing economyUS President Joe Biden praised the report on the growing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the US. He also mentioned his vice president Kamala Harris. "When I took office, we were in the midst of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. The current GDP report shows that we now have the strongest economy in the world," Biden said, according to the "Washington Post." "Thanks to Vice President Harris and me, our economy grew by a robust 2.8 percent in the last quarter, which is based on strong American consumers and business investments." Biden also pointed out that the government had created nearly 16 million jobs, wages had risen, and inflation was decreasing.
16:20 Trump announces third book "Save America"The Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has announced the publication of another book. "I'm excited to announce the release of my new book 'Save America'," he wrote on his Truth Social platform. Regarding his previous works, he added, "It's the best of all - especially considering we're now living in a failing nation." According to the publisher, the book is set to be released on September 3.
15:50 "Republican Voters Against Trump" launch campaign for Harris support
The organization "Republican Voters Against Trump" has launched a poster campaign to support Kamala Harris. The posters of the $500,000 campaign can be seen in the US states of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. They feature originally Republican voters, both men and women, endorsing Vice President Harris in the campaign. "I am a former Trump voter. I am a gun owner. I vote for Harris," reads one poster. The group aims to convince Republican voters to vote against Donald Trump in the presidency race, as they believe he is "unfit" for the office and threatens democracy. He will "lead America to one of the darkest paths in our history," it says on the homepage.
15:20 Pelosi supports Harris: "Do not be fooled"
Nancy Pelosi, the former Speaker of the House, says the US is still "blessed" with Joe Biden's leadership. Regarding the president's speech yesterday, she added that he had passed the "torch" with "eloquence and vision." Harris stands for "strength and determination," Pelosi said at a press conference in Washington. "She is a deeply religious person who puts herself selflessly in the service of the public." Pelosi urges the public: "Do not be fooled- she is a politically savvy president."
14:55 Jennifer Aniston speaks out against Donald Trump's VP pick
Jennifer Aniston has criticized J.D. Vance for his comments about Kamala Harris. The Republican vice presidential candidate called Harris a "miserable" and "childless woman." In her Instagram story, Aniston writes that she "can't believe" such comments come from a potential next vice president of the USA. She adds: "Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter has the luck to one day have children of her own. I hope she doesn't have to resort to artificial insemination as an alternative. Because you're trying to take that away from her too."
14:30 Biden as Lame Duck: "Nothing will happen in the USA until January 2025"
Since his withdrawal from the race for the presidency, Biden has been referred to as a "lame duck" in the White House. What does this mean for the USA, and what chances does Harris have in the race against Trump? These and other questions are discussed in ntv with the USA expert Simon Wendt.
13:59 First campaign video released: Harris makes Beyoncé's "Freedom" her anthem
Under the title "We Choose Freedom" (We choose freedom), Kamala Harris, the potential Democratic candidate, has released her first campaign video on social media. In the video, Harris announces that for her, the rights and freedoms of US citizens are the key issues in the November election. In the campaign ad, which is set to the song "Freedom" by Beyoncé, Harris portrays Trump and his allies as people who think "America should be a country of chaos, fear, and hate." Harris calls on US citizens to join her and "choose something else." "We believe in the promise of America and we are ready to fight for it," she adds. "Because when we fight, we win. So join us."
13:30 Jaeger: Harris could give Trump a "significant advantage"
Just a few days after Harris has taken the front row in the Democrats' fight for the White House, her opponents, including Trump, have openly targeted her with insults and lies, according to political analyst Thomas Jaeger's assessment. However, Harris could pose a serious threat to Trump.
12:47 Jill Biden arrives in Paris for Olympic Games
Jill Biden has arrived in Paris. At her first public appearance since her husband's withdrawal from the presidential candidacy, Jill Biden was seen next to her husband. Then, the First Lady boards a plane to Paris. The President's wife will visit the French capital for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Summer Games on July 26 to encourage US athletes and athletes.
11:55 Biden calls for unity in the US
In a post on the online service X, US President Joe Biden called for unity in the US. He wrote: "We just need to keep the faith and remember who we are. We are the UNITED STATES of America." Biden believes that the US can accomplish anything if they do it together.
11:20 Video clip goes viral: Allegations against Kamala Harris
In an interview on the Fox News show "Tucker Carlson Tonight" in 2021, J.D. Vance claimed that Harris and other Democrats, including Buttigieg and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, didn't have a "real direct interest" in the future of the US because they were "childless people." Three years later, Vance is the Republican vice-presidential candidate in the presidential elections. The allegation from three years ago is being heavily promoted again during the campaign to discredit possible Democratic candidate Harris. A video clip from the interview is going viral. The video has been viewed on X more than 25 million times. Kamala Harris has no children of her own. She is a stepmother to the two children of her husband Cole Emhoff.
10:37 "RealClearPolitics" poll shows Trump ahead of Harris
According to the latest calculations by "RealClearPolitics," the Republican candidate, Donald Trump, leads in current polls for the US presidential election on November 5, 2024. "RealClearPolitics" shows the average of various data collection efforts from different media companies. These are national polls, not polls from individual states. However, the race is still very close. The gap between Trump and the possible Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris, according to "RealClearPolitics," is currently less than two percentage points.
09:55 "Wall Street Journal": Trump could lose to Harris
Regarding the new scenario that Vice President Kamala Harris might run for president instead of Joe Biden for the Democrats, the "Wall Street Journal" writes: "The Democrats rally behind Kamala Harris as a presidential candidate. (...) The US is now facing a presidential race that Donald Trump and the Republicans could lose." Harris campaigns skillfully as a future against the past, as a new generation against the old, according to the "Wall Street Journal."
09:13 ntv-Reporter: Republicans were caught off guard by Biden
In his first speech since withdrawing from a presidential bid, Biden swore an oath to the US democracy and made no mention of the discussions about his age. This must have surprised the Republicans, according to ntv-Reporter Stephan Richter.
08:30 Harris' emotional thanks: Biden's legacy is unmatchedIn a post on the online service X, US Vice President and potential Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris thanked Joe Biden for his enduring services to the nation. It has been an honor of her life to serve as Vice President next to our President Joe Biden, Harris said in her speech. Joe Biden has achieved so much in his entire career and in the last three and a half years as no other in modern US history, Harris said after Biden withdrew from the presidential race. "During his presidency, he has already surpassed the legacy of most presidents who served two terms," she added. For this, she is grateful. Similarly, Harris had already expressed her gratitude at her first appearance in the White House after his withdrawal. At the end, she said, it is an honor to count on Biden's support in the US election campaign.
07:27 NBC: Obama to publicly support HarrisFormer US President Barack Obama will publicly support Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate, according to a media report by NBC News, citing sources familiar with the matter. Obama has already privately supported Harris' candidacy and maintains regular contact with her. Joint campaign appearances are also planned. This was discussed by advisors to Obama and Harris. However, the schedules for these have not yet been set. A statement from the Obama Foundation is not yet available.
06:31 Trump calls Harris his "new target"Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump attacked his alleged opponent in the US presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris, at a rally in North Carolina. Trump referred to the Democrat as his "new target, which must be defeated" and accused Harris of deceiving the public about President Joe Biden's ability to run for a second term. The event in Charlotte, North Carolina, was Trump's first public campaign event since Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race. Trump's sharp words indicate that the next phase of the campaign could be particularly brutal and personal.
04:30 Congress committee to draw lessons from Trump attackThe US House of Representatives plans to investigate the failure of security services during the attack on Donald Trump. The House chamber voted to establish a bipartisan committee, which will be tasked with this mission. The voting result of 416 Yes votes and no opposing votes underscores the widespread horror over the possibility of such an act. The protection of the country's security knows no party lines, said Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
02:53 Biden praises Harris in the highest termsIn his address to the nation, US President Joe Biden recommended his deputy Kamala Harris as a replacement candidate for the November election. "She is experienced, tough, capable," Biden said of his Vice President. Harris has been an incredible partner for me in these governing years and a leadership figure for the country, Biden added. "Now the election is in your hands, the American people," he emphasized.
02:15 Biden announces withdrawal: Defense of democracy is more important than titleUS-President Joe Biden declared his withdrawal from the presidential race "to pass the baton to a new generation." In a speech to the nation in the Oval Office of the White House, Biden said, "This is the best way to unite our nation." The defense of democracy is more important than any title, the 81-year-old added. He drew strength from this and found joy in serving the American people. But it's not about him, Biden emphasized. "It's about you. About your families. Your future."
01:55 Trump: Harris is more liberal than Bernie SandersKamala Harris' presidential candidacy is not yet sealed, but Donald Trump is already warming up for a potential showdown with his potential opponent: For the past three and a half years, Harris has been the driving force behind every single Biden disaster, the Republican claimed at a campaign rally in Charlotte, North Carolina. "Kamala Harris is the most liberal elected official in American history. Did you know that she's a liberal?", Trump asked. Harris is "absolutely terrible" and even more liberal than left-wing politician Bernie Sanders, he added. The 59-year-old is unfit to lead the country. "She will destroy our country", Trump told his supporters.
01:14 Harris seeks potential running mateThe presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Kamala Harris, has begun the search for a "running mate." Approximately a dozen candidates for the vice presidential nomination are being considered, sources report. This is one of the most important decisions of Harris' presidential campaign. So far, the debate has focused mainly on four names: Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, and his colleague Roy Cooper in North Carolina. To the extended list of potential candidates that Harris' campaign team has requested information from, according to sources, belong Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
00:22 Leading Republicans warn party colleagues against racist comments about HarrisLeading Republican representatives in the House, including Speaker Mike Johnson, have called on their party colleagues not to comment on Vice President Harris' ancestry. A series of Republicans had made her gender and her background as the daughter of an Indian immigrant and a father from Jamaica an issue in their attacks on Harris. In a closed-door meeting, Johnson and others advised their colleagues to focus on Harris' political achievements and her time in public service instead of attacking her identity, as reported by the "Wall Street Journal."
23:13 Democrats want to nominate Harris before party convention in mid-AugustThe Democrats plan to nominate their presidential candidate virtually before the mid-August party convention. The responsible committee of the Democratic Party has approved this procedure. The "Washington Post" and CNN report that the voting is expected to begin on August 1. Potential candidates have until the end of July to file their presidential campaign. So far, Vice President Harris is the only candidate.
22:09 Biden's Retirement? His spokesperson is clear on this matter
The White House has rejected calls for U.S. President Joe Biden to retire. His spokesperson, Karine Jean-Pierre, addressed journalists, stating that it's "ridiculous" to demand that Biden retire from the presidency after stepping down from the White House race. "Any suggestion of this nature is ridiculous and contradicts our views."
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- The Republican Voters Against Trump group is running a campaign in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania, using posters featuring former Trump supporters who endorse Vice President Kamala Harris.
- In a speech before the American Federation of Teachers, Kamala Harris criticized conservative culture warriors who want to limit instruction on ethnicity and gender, while also advocating for banning assault weapons.
- US Intelligence Agency officials reportedly assessed that Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 election results in states such as Wisconsin and Pennsylvania could have contributed to the January 6th assault on the US Capitol.
- During the United States Presidency Election 2024, Democrats like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will face off against Republican candidates like Donald Trump, who continue to spread misinformation and sow division in politics.
- Kamala Harris has expressed support for Joseph R. Biden Jr.'s economic policies as President of the United States, particularly his focus on creating jobs and supporting the global economy.
- After receiving criticism from Republican candidates for being "miserable" and a "childless cat lady," Kamala Harris' stepdaughter, Ella Emhoff, defended her on social media, emphasizing the joy and love in her family.
