<p>About a month ahead of the United States presidential elections in 2024, Kamla Harris is set to make an appearance on "60 Minutes". Her wide-ranging interview will be streamed on Monday, where she will talk about her economic plans and the Russia-Ukraine war.</p>

<p>The Democratic nominees will be joined by correspondent Bill Whitaker on a campaign trail, Paramount announced in a press release on Friday. It will focus on "in-depth interviews" with Vice President Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. to "gain insight into their platform's priorities and values" and inform what voters should know before the elections.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polling-nostradamus-who-predicted-win-of-kamala-harris-in-us-elections-says-october-surprise-will-not-765139">Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not...</a></strong></p>

<p>Ahead of the interview, Scott Pelley, the “60 Minutes” journalist reveals their attempt to invite Republican candidate, former President Donal Trump and Sen. JD Vance for the election special.</p>

<p>According to CBS, Trump had previously agreed to participate in the show but later decided not to. Instead, Pelley will be interviewing Maricopa County’s recorder Stephen Richer, &nbsp;a Republican who was “paying the price for Trump’s claims of a stolen 2020 election,” Pelley said.</p>

<p>Here is what you should know about the “60 Minutes” election interview with Kamala Harris.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-how-new-voter-registrations-in-georgia-could-swing-the-state-in-kamala-harriss-favour-764180">US: How new voter registrations in Georgia could swing the state in Kamala Harris’s favour?</a></strong></p>

<h2>When to watch the ‘60 Minutes’?</h2>

<p>The “60 Minutes” interview of Kamala Harris on the US presidential elections will air on Monday, October 7, 2024. According to the network, the interview can be watched at 8 pm ET/PT.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>How to watch the '60 Minutes' interview?</h2>

<p>The election special interview of Kamala Harris can be watched on CBS TV channels. It can also be watched online at CBSNews.com, Paramount+, or CBS News app.</p>

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About a month ahead of the United States presidential elections in 2024, Kamla Harris is set to make an appearance on "60 Minutes". Her wide-ranging interview will be streamed on Monday, where she will talk about her economic plans and the Russia-Ukraine war.

About a month ahead of the United States presidential elections in 2024, Kamla Harris is set to make an appearance on "60 Minutes". Her wide-ranging interview will be streamed on Monday, where she will talk about her economic plans and the Russia-Ukraine war. The Democratic nominees will be joined by correspondent Bill Whitaker on a campaign trail, Paramount announced in a press release on Friday. It will focus on "in-depth interviews" with Vice President Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. to "gain insight into their platform's priorities and values" and inform what voters should know before the elections. Also read | Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not... Ahead of the interview, Scott Pelley, the “60 Minutes” journalist reveals their attempt to invite Republican candidate, former President Donal Trump and Sen. JD Vance for the election special. According to CBS, Trump had previously agreed to participate in the show but later decided not to. Instead, Pelley will be interviewing Maricopa County’s recorder Stephen Richer, a Republican who was “paying the price for Trump’s claims of a stolen 2020 election,” Pelley said. Here is what you should know about the “60 Minutes” election interview with Kamala Harris. Also read | US: How new voter registrations in Georgia could swing the state in Kamala Harris’s favour? When to watch the ‘60 Minutes’? The “60 Minutes” interview of Kamala Harris on the US presidential elections will air on Monday, October 7, 2024. According to the network, the interview can be watched at 8 pm ET/PT. A Programming Note: 60 Minutes is scheduled to air a primetime election special on a Monday edition of the broadcast on October 7 at 8 PM. For over half a century, 60 Minutes has invited the Democratic and Republican tickets to appear on our broadcast as Americans head to the… — 60 Minutes (@60Minutes) October 1, 2024 × How to watch the '60 Minutes' interview? The election special interview of Kamala Harris can be watched on CBS TV channels. It can also be watched online at CBSNews.com, Paramount+, or CBS News app. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris on '60 Minutes': Check time, date, and how to stream the interview

As Monday marks one year since the October 7 attack in Israel, Kamala Harris is expected to plant a memorial tree in remembrance of the victims.

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With less than a month remaining before the United States heads to the polls, the latest opinion polls are tilted in Kamala Harris' favour, as she leads in 4 out of 7 swing states.

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As the 2024 U.S. elections approach, Vice President Kamala Harris has embarked on a high-profile "media blitz" to boost her visibility and strengthen her position in the political landscape. Facing scrutiny over her leadership and public image, Harris is making frequent media appearances, engaging in interviews, and addressing key national issues to appeal to voters and reaffirm her role in the Biden administration. The effectiveness of this strategy remains to be seen, as political analysts and the public question whether her intensified media presence will pay off in solidifying support ahead of the election.

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With US Presidential elections just a few weeks away, the tight contest between Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump is becoming more thrilling. Watch in for more details!

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<p>Historian Allan Lichtman, who is also known as polling 'Nostradamus', said that he will not revisit his predictions about Democratic nominee Kamala Harris defeating her Republican challenger&nbsp;Donald Trump in the November elections in the United States because of the "so-called" October surprise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since 1984, the 77-year-old American University professor, who created his own election model, has made the right prediction regarding every presidential winner.</p>

<p>In September, the polling Nostradamus predicted that Harris ticked all the boxes of critical objectives for the win and said that she would defeat Trump.</p>

<p>The professor has now said that any sort of news event&nbsp;between now and November 5 will not change his prediction.</p>

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<p>"One of the greatest myths of American politics is the October surprise. I have never changed my prediction in response to an October surprise because the keys gauged the big picture of incumbent governance in strength and don’t sway by the events of the campaign," said the polling Nostradamus.</p>

<p>According to Lichtman, the "keys" are the 13 categories that he uses for assessing the winning chances of each candidate contesting the elections.</p>

<p>In September, he said that Harris enjoyed an advantage in eight keys while Trump led only three of them.</p>

<h2><strong>What is 'October surprise'?</strong></h2>

<p>Historically, an October surprise means a significant news event which happens in the last weeks of a presidential campaign and sometimes has a major impact on the elections.</p>

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<p>In recent years, a notorious “October surprise” came just a month before the 2016 US election when the Washington Post got a leaked “Access Hollywood” tape in which Trump was shown making shocking remarks regarding how he treats women.</p>

<p>“I don’t even wait. And when you’re a star, they let you do it. You can do anything… Grab ’em by the p—y. You can do anything,”&nbsp;Trump was heard saying to TV host Billy Bush&nbsp;in the 2005 clip.</p>

<p>However, as was predicted by Lichtman using his keys system, Trump still won the election.</p>

<p>Lichtman said that in the last 40 years, he has never changed his prediction and he will stick to his forecast of a Harris win even this time.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Historian Allan Lichtman, who is also known as polling 'Nostradamus', said that he will not revisit his predictions about Democratic nominee Kamala Harris defeating her Republican challenger Donald Trump in the November elections in the United States because of the "so-called" October surprise.

Historian Allan Lichtman, who is also known as polling 'Nostradamus', said that he will not revisit his predictions about Democratic nominee Kamala Harris defeating her Republican challenger Donald Trump in the November elections in the United States because of the "so-called" October surprise. Since 1984, the 77-year-old American University professor, who created his own election model, has made the right prediction regarding every presidential winner. In September, the polling Nostradamus predicted that Harris ticked all the boxes of critical objectives for the win and said that she would defeat Trump. The professor has now said that any sort of news event between now and November 5 will not change his prediction. Also Read: How Trump won the White House in 2016 despite losing the popular vote: Here's how US electoral college works "One of the greatest myths of American politics is the October surprise. I have never changed my prediction in response to an October surprise because the keys gauged the big picture of incumbent governance in strength and don’t sway by the events of the campaign," said the polling Nostradamus. According to Lichtman, the "keys" are the 13 categories that he uses for assessing the winning chances of each candidate contesting the elections. In September, he said that Harris enjoyed an advantage in eight keys while Trump led only three of them. What is 'October surprise'? Historically, an October surprise means a significant news event which happens in the last weeks of a presidential campaign and sometimes has a major impact on the elections. Watch: US Elections 2024: Oil Moguls Emerge As Trump's Key Cash Source In recent years, a notorious “October surprise” came just a month before the 2016 US election when the Washington Post got a leaked “Access Hollywood” tape in which Trump was shown making shocking remarks regarding how he treats women. “I don’t even wait. And when you’re a star, they let you do it. You can do anything… Grab ’em by the p—y. You can do anything,” Trump was heard saying to TV host Billy Bush in the 2005 clip. However, as was predicted by Lichtman using his keys system, Trump still won the election. Lichtman said that in the last 40 years, he has never changed his prediction and he will stick to his forecast of a Harris win even this time. (With inputs from agencies)

Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not...

<p>Kamala Harris will soon be heading back to<em> The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.</em> This will be her first late-night talk show visit as a presidential nominee. The acting US Vice President landed the nomination in August. Kamala Harris will appear this October 8 on <em>The Late Show.&nbsp;</em></p>

<p>This will notably be her seventh chat with Stephen Colbert on <em>The Late Show.</em> The last she appeared on the show was on March 15, 2023.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Kamala Harris to appear on Late Night Show With Kamala Harris</strong></h2>

<p>Kamala Harris first appeared on April 19, 2018, back when she was a US senator from California.</p>

<p>While Kamala Harris appears on <em>The Late Night Show With Stephen Colbert,</em>&nbsp;Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is set to appear as a guest on ABC’s <em>Jimmy Kimmel Live</em>. This will be Walz’s first-ever late-night show appearance.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are both set to appear on Monday’s<em> 60 Minutes</em> primetime election special. The hour-long edition, which airs October 7, features correspondent Bill Whitaker as he joins the Democratic ticket on the campaign trail for in-depth interviews with Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov Tim Walz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also, it’s suggested that on <em>60 Minutes</em>, Scott Pelley will address “why the Republican ticket of former President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance will not be participating in a ’60 Minutes’ interview for this election special.”</p>

<p>In other news,&nbsp;Kamala Harris recently featured on the podcast <em>Call Her Daddy</em> on Sunday (Oct 6). On the show, she said that Republican presidential candidate Donald <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-tells-podcast-trump-no-protector-of-women-mum-on-assault-claim-against-husband-765081">Trump can't be a protector of women</a>, but right-wing commentators slammed the episode for being silent on abuse claims against her husband even as the Democratic vice president defended women's rights.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Call Her Daddy</em> is among the top podcasts on Spotify.</p>


Kamala Harris will soon be heading back to The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. This will be her first late-night talk show visit as a presidential nominee. The acting US Vice President landed the nomination in August.

Kamala Harris will soon be heading back to The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. This will be her first late-night talk show visit as a presidential nominee. The acting US Vice President landed the nomination in August. Kamala Harris will appear this October 8 on The Late Show. This will notably be her seventh chat with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show. The last she appeared on the show was on March 15, 2023. Kamala Harris to appear on Late Night Show With Kamala Harris Kamala Harris first appeared on April 19, 2018, back when she was a US senator from California. While Kamala Harris appears on The Late Night Show With Stephen Colbert, Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is set to appear as a guest on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live. This will be Walz’s first-ever late-night show appearance. Also read: One year of Hamas terror attack: What happened on October 7 and how Israel responded to deadly attacks Meanwhile, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are both set to appear on Monday’s 60 Minutes primetime election special. The hour-long edition, which airs October 7, features correspondent Bill Whitaker as he joins the Democratic ticket on the campaign trail for in-depth interviews with Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov Tim Walz. Also, it’s suggested that on 60 Minutes, Scott Pelley will address “why the Republican ticket of former President Donald Trump and Sen. JD Vance will not be participating in a ’60 Minutes’ interview for this election special.” In other news, Kamala Harris recently featured on the podcast Call Her Daddy on Sunday (Oct 6). On the show, she said that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump can't be a protector of women, but right-wing commentators slammed the episode for being silent on abuse claims against her husband even as the Democratic vice president defended women's rights. Call Her Daddy is among the top podcasts on Spotify.

Kamala Harris to appear on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, first as presidential nominee

<p>Kamala Harris said on a podcast <em>Call Her Daddy&nbsp;</em>on Sunday (Oct 6) that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump can't be a protector of women, but right-wing commentators slammed the episode for being silent on abuse claims against her husband even as the Democratic vice president defended women's rights.</p>

<p>Speaking about strategies to curtail sexual abuse and domestic abuse, she said she began her public prosecutor career inspired to take action against abusers.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | US: Kamala Harris Outlines Vision for 'Opportunity Economy'</strong></p>

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<p>"Tell someone that you trust. Don’t quietly suffer," she said while stressing that women should speak up against abuse.</p>

<p>Sharing with host Alex Cooper a story about how the abuse of her high school friend by her stepfather motivated her legal career, she said,&nbsp;“We have to talk about it. Child sexual assault is something that far more people than the public discourse about it acknowledges.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-how-new-voter-registrations-in-georgia-could-swing-the-state-in-kamala-harriss-favour-764180"><strong>Also read: US: How new voter registrations in Georgia could swing the state in Kamala Harris’s favour</strong></a></p>

<p>Harris stressed that financial independence is important for women, as victims often do not leave their abusers due to economic dependence on them. “When a woman, and in particular if she has children, if she is economically reliant on her abuser, she’s less likely to leave. Most women will endure whatever personal, physical pain they must in order to make sure their kids have a roof over their head or food.”</p>

<p>She argued that for women to be protected, it is important that they are empowered when it comes to finance.&nbsp;“Often, the abuser will tell her that if she tells then something worse will happen, and that is usually wrong. And know that there are people that want you to be safe.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-calls-harris-mentally-impaired-in-fresh-rant-says-she-was-born-that-way-762860"><strong>Also read: Trump calls Harris ‘mentally impaired’ in fresh rant, says ‘she was born that way’</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Kamala says Trump no protector of women, but silent on husband</strong></h2>

<p>Harris slammed Trump for his claims about protecting women, saying,&nbsp;“So, this is the same guy...that said women should be punished for having abortions. This is the same guy who uses the same kind of language he does to describe women? So yeah, there you go.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Call Her Daddy </em>is among the top podcasts on Spotify.</p>

<p>But the Democratic vice president was slammed by right-wing media as she was silent on claims that her husband Doug Emhoff physically assaulted a former girlfriend.</p>

<p>The drunken assault allegedly took place in 2012.&nbsp;Emhoff's team has rejected the claims as false.</p>

<p>In August, Emhoff admitted to having cheated on his first wife, with media reports alleging that he got a nanny pregnant.<br />
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Kamala Harris said on a podcast Call Her Daddy on Sunday (Oct 6) that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump can't be a protector of women, but right-wing commentators slammed the episode for being silent on abuse claims against her husband even as the Democratic vice president defended women's rights.

Kamala Harris said on a podcast Call Her Daddy on Sunday (Oct 6) that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump can't be a protector of women, but right-wing commentators slammed the episode for being silent on abuse claims against her husband even as the Democratic vice president defended women's rights. Speaking about strategies to curtail sexual abuse and domestic abuse, she said she began her public prosecutor career inspired to take action against abusers. Watch | US: Kamala Harris Outlines Vision for 'Opportunity Economy' × "Tell someone that you trust. Don’t quietly suffer," she said while stressing that women should speak up against abuse. Sharing with host Alex Cooper a story about how the abuse of her high school friend by her stepfather motivated her legal career, she said, “We have to talk about it. Child sexual assault is something that far more people than the public discourse about it acknowledges.” Also read: US: How new voter registrations in Georgia could swing the state in Kamala Harris’s favour Harris stressed that financial independence is important for women, as victims often do not leave their abusers due to economic dependence on them. “When a woman, and in particular if she has children, if she is economically reliant on her abuser, she’s less likely to leave. Most women will endure whatever personal, physical pain they must in order to make sure their kids have a roof over their head or food.” She argued that for women to be protected, it is important that they are empowered when it comes to finance. “Often, the abuser will tell her that if she tells then something worse will happen, and that is usually wrong. And know that there are people that want you to be safe.” Also read: Trump calls Harris ‘mentally impaired’ in fresh rant, says ‘she was born that way’ Kamala says Trump no protector of women, but silent on husband Harris slammed Trump for his claims about protecting women, saying, “So, this is the same guy...that said women should be punished for having abortions. This is the same guy who uses the same kind of language he does to describe women? So yeah, there you go.” Call Her Daddy is among the top podcasts on Spotify. But the Democratic vice president was slammed by right-wing media as she was silent on claims that her husband Doug Emhoff physically assaulted a former girlfriend. The drunken assault allegedly took place in 2012. Emhoff's team has rejected the claims as false. In August, Emhoff admitted to having cheated on his first wife, with media reports alleging that he got a nanny pregnant. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris tells podcast Trump no protector of women; mum on assault claim against husband 

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:343,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2184}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:343,&quot;w&quot;:446,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2184}">What did Melania Trump say on abortion?</strong></h2>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:568,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2409}">"She's a very impressive person and is a great wife to the once and future president of the United States. She's got her opinions, right? And I think it's totally reasonable for her to express those opinions."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:617,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2458}">"They're not the same opinions that I might have. They're not the same opinions as every Republican might have. But Melania Trump has the right to express her viewpoint," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:666,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:68,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2507}">Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, has frequently bragged that his three Supreme Court picks paved the way for the 2022 overturning of the pivotal Roe v Wade — the national right to abortion. His position on abortion has shifted over the years. He was "very pro-choice" in the 1990s before declaring himself "pro-life" in 2011. This year, Trump has hinted at supporting a national abortion ban.</p>

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Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance on Saturday (Oct 5) addressed the Trump campaign's stance on abortion. Just days after former first lady Melania Trump voiced her support for a woman's right to abortion, Vance defended the campaign's conservative position on the issue.

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance on Saturday (Oct 5) addressed the Trump campaign's stance on abortion. Just days after former first lady Melania Trump voiced her support for a woman's right to abortion, Vance defended the campaign's conservative position on the issue. A 'messy democracy' Emphasising state-level autonomy over abortion laws, Vance said, "I don't think our campaign messaging has been inconsistent at all." Talking to reporters, he said that Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's view allows states to shape their own abortion regulations. Also read | Trump led ‘desperate criminal scheme’ to stay in power, prosecutors reveal new evidence "On the abortion question, the president's been very clear that he wants Georgia to make Georgia's laws, California to make California's laws and to respect the fact that we kind of have a messy democracy where sometimes different states are going to make different determinations on these issues," he said. What did Melania Trump say on abortion? The comments come days after Melania Trump, the former first lady and Donald Trump's wife, made remarks that seemed to contrast her husband's more moderate tone. In a video released on Thursday (Oct 3), Melania expressed firm support for a woman's right to "individual freedom," and said there was "no room for compromise". This stance diverged from Trump's previous statements and the Republican Party's platform. Vance was asked about the former first lady's comments and offered a measured response. "I adore the First Lady," he said, adding that she's entitled to her opinions. Also read | 'It's about autonomy,' Melania Trump breaks ranks, contradicts husband Donald's views on abortion in memoir "She's a very impressive person and is a great wife to the once and future president of the United States. She's got her opinions, right? And I think it's totally reasonable for her to express those opinions." "They're not the same opinions that I might have. They're not the same opinions as every Republican might have. But Melania Trump has the right to express her viewpoint," he added. Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, has frequently bragged that his three Supreme Court picks paved the way for the 2022 overturning of the pivotal Roe v Wade — the national right to abortion. His position on abortion has shifted over the years. He was "very pro-choice" in the 1990s before declaring himself "pro-life" in 2011. This year, Trump has hinted at supporting a national abortion ban. (With inputs from agencies)

JD Vance backs Trump's state-based abortion approach days after Melania Trump's pro-choice statement

<p>Bruce Springsteen knows who he is going to vote for. In a video shared by the singer, Bruce endorsed Kamala Harris for president.</p>

<p>In a video shot inside a diner, Bruce Springsteen is seen expressing his political views. He said, “Perhaps not since the Civil War has this great country felt as politically, spiritually and emotionally divided as it does than at this moment. It doesn’t have to be this way.”</p>

<h2><strong>Bruce Springsteen endorses Kamala Harris</strong></h2>

<p>He then added that Kamala’s competition, Donald Trump is the “most dangerous candidate for president”. He said, “Donald Trump is the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime. His disdain for the sanctity of our Constitution, the sanctity of democracy, the sanctity of the rule of law and the sanctity of the peaceful transfer of power should disqualify him from the office of president ever again. He doesn’t understand the meaning of this country, its history, or what it means to be deeply American.”</p>

<p>Bruce opened up on his vote for Kamala and said that both Kamala and Tim Walz are “committed to a vision of this country that respects and includes everyone, regardless of class, religion, race, your political point of view or sexual identity, and they want to grow our economy in a way that benefits all, not just a few like me, on top. That’s the vision of America I’ve been consistently writing about for 55 years.”</p>

<p>In the previous elections, Bruce had been vocal about his support for Barack Obama and Joe Biden in their respective elections.</p>

<p><strong>Watch what he has to say in the video in full:</strong></p>

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Bruce Springsteen knows who he is going to vote for. In a video shared by the singer, Bruce endorsed Kamala Harris for president. In a video shot inside a diner, Bruce Springsteen is seen expressing his political views.

Bruce Springsteen knows who he is going to vote for. In a video shared by the singer, Bruce endorsed Kamala Harris for president. In a video shot inside a diner, Bruce Springsteen is seen expressing his political views. He said, “Perhaps not since the Civil War has this great country felt as politically, spiritually and emotionally divided as it does than at this moment. It doesn’t have to be this way.” Bruce Springsteen endorses Kamala Harris He then added that Kamala’s competition, Donald Trump is the “most dangerous candidate for president”. He said, “Donald Trump is the most dangerous candidate for president in my lifetime. His disdain for the sanctity of our Constitution, the sanctity of democracy, the sanctity of the rule of law and the sanctity of the peaceful transfer of power should disqualify him from the office of president ever again. He doesn’t understand the meaning of this country, its history, or what it means to be deeply American.” Bruce opened up on his vote for Kamala and said that both Kamala and Tim Walz are “committed to a vision of this country that respects and includes everyone, regardless of class, religion, race, your political point of view or sexual identity, and they want to grow our economy in a way that benefits all, not just a few like me, on top. That’s the vision of America I’ve been consistently writing about for 55 years.” In the previous elections, Bruce had been vocal about his support for Barack Obama and Joe Biden in their respective elections. Watch what he has to say in the video in full: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bruce Springsteen (@springsteen) × Also read: Joker 2 box office collection: Joaquin Phoenix's film earns Rs 5 crore in India on day 1

Bruce Springsteen endorses Kamala Harris, calls Donald Trump 'dangerous'

<p>Former United States President Barack Obama has planned to begin a 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee&nbsp;Kamala Harris next week in Pennsylvania, reported the American media citing&nbsp;an adviser to Harris'&nbsp;campaign, on Friday (Oct 4).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Obama will hold his first event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania next Thursday and will be holding more events across electoral battlegrounds in the upcoming weeks ahead of the November elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former US president, along with his wife Michelle, is one of the party's most popular figures and is reportedly seeking to help Harris in every way possible.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-wants-kamala-harris-to-win-ex-donald-trump-aide-makes-surprising-claim-755264"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim</strong></a></p>

<p>“President Obama believes the stakes of this election could not be more consequential and that is why he is doing everything he can to help elect Vice President Harris, Governor Walz and Democrats across the country,” said Eric Schultz, a senior Obama adviser.</p>

<p>Moreover, an Obama aide said that the former president also intends to help Democrats by recording candidate-specific advertisements and lending his name to email solicitations for campaign cash, including for down-ballot races.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last month, he also held a $4 million fundraiser for Harris in Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Obama's office, he has also cut three ads for Senate candidates, in Michigan, Maryland, and Florida.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US elections: Obama takes a dig at Trump's 'weird obsession'. Trump retaliates</strong></p>

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<p>The 2024 election, in Obama’s view, is an “all hands on deck” moment, aides have said.</p>

<p>“I wish I could give you a four- or five-point plan as to how we’re going to win this election. Truthfully, the plan is we’re going to push through it,” he said during the California fundraising event, according to excerpts from his office.</p>

<p>Notably, the California fundraising event was Obama's first solo fundraising appearance for Harris since she secured the Democratic nomination.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Former United States President Barack Obama has planned to begin a 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris next week in Pennsylvania, reported the American media citing an adviser to Harris' campaign, on Friday (Oct 4).

Former United States President Barack Obama has planned to begin a 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris next week in Pennsylvania, reported the American media citing an adviser to Harris' campaign, on Friday (Oct 4). Obama will hold his first event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania next Thursday and will be holding more events across electoral battlegrounds in the upcoming weeks ahead of the November elections. The former US president, along with his wife Michelle, is one of the party's most popular figures and is reportedly seeking to help Harris in every way possible. Also read: 'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim “President Obama believes the stakes of this election could not be more consequential and that is why he is doing everything he can to help elect Vice President Harris, Governor Walz and Democrats across the country,” said Eric Schultz, a senior Obama adviser. Moreover, an Obama aide said that the former president also intends to help Democrats by recording candidate-specific advertisements and lending his name to email solicitations for campaign cash, including for down-ballot races. Last month, he also held a $4 million fundraiser for Harris in Los Angeles. According to Obama's office, he has also cut three ads for Senate candidates, in Michigan, Maryland, and Florida. Watch | US elections: Obama takes a dig at Trump's 'weird obsession'. Trump retaliates × The 2024 election, in Obama’s view, is an “all hands on deck” moment, aides have said. “I wish I could give you a four- or five-point plan as to how we’re going to win this election. Truthfully, the plan is we’re going to push through it,” he said during the California fundraising event, according to excerpts from his office. Notably, the California fundraising event was Obama's first solo fundraising appearance for Harris since she secured the Democratic nomination. (With inputs from agencies)

Barack Obama to hold 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1856}">Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump in her forthcoming memoir "Melania," has voiced firm support for abortion rights — a contrast to her husband's stance on the issue.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:67,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1908}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:67,&quot;w&quot;:281,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1908}">The question of autonomy</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:111,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1952}">As reported by The Guardian, Melania asserts that the decision regarding abortion should lie solely with the woman, stating, "Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body?"&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:177,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}">"A woman's fundamental right of individual liberty, to her own life, grants her the authority to terminate her pregnancy if she wishes."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2067}">She further elaborates that restricting a woman's right to choose is akin to denying her autonomy over her body, a belief she claims to have held throughout her adult life.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:275,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2116}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:275,&quot;w&quot;:718,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2116}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:275,&quot;w&quot;:637,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2116}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-led-desperate-criminal-scheme-to-stay-in-power-prosecutors-reveal-new-evidence-revealed-764015">Trump led ‘desperate criminal scheme’ to stay in power, prosecutors reveal new evidence</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:307,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2148}">"Restricting a woman's right to choose whether to terminate an unwanted pregnancy is the same as denying her control over her own body. I have carried this belief with me throughout my entire adult life," she wrote.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:356,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2197}">It is "imperative to guarantee that women have autonomy in deciding their preference of having children, based on their own convictions, free from any intervention or pressure from the government," says the former first lady.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:406,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2247}">The excerpts from her book come as the political landscape heats up ahead of the November 5 election, where abortion rights are anticipated to be a pivotal topic.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:458,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2299}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:458,&quot;w&quot;:293,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2299}">Donald Trump and abortion</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:502,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2343}">Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, has frequently bragged that his three Supreme Court picks paved the way for the 2022 overturning of the pivotal Roe v Wade — the national right to abortion.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:551,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2392}">Since then, at least 20 US&nbsp;states have enforced full or partial abortion restrictions.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:551,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2392}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-and-harris-lead-relief-efforts-as-hurricane-helene-death-toll-rises-to-162-764042">Biden and Harris lead relief efforts as hurricane Helene death toll rises to 162</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:583,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2424}">Recently, he has indicated support for allowing states to set their own abortion restrictions. Previously, he suggested backing a national ban after 15 weeks.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:632,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:68,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2473}">A spokesperson for Harris's campaign in an email comment to Reuters pointedly remarked that Melania Trump's views is in stark&nbsp;contrast with those of her husband: "Sadly for the women across America, Mrs. Trump's husband firmly disagrees with her and is the reason that more than one in three American women live under a Trump Abortion Ban that threatens their health, their freedom, and their lives."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:715,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2556}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:715,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2556}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump in her forthcoming memoir "Melania," has voiced firm support for abortion rights — a contrast to her husband's stance on the issue.

Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump in her forthcoming memoir "Melania," has voiced firm support for abortion rights — a contrast to her husband's stance on the issue. The question of autonomy As reported by The Guardian, Melania asserts that the decision regarding abortion should lie solely with the woman, stating, "Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body?" "A woman's fundamental right of individual liberty, to her own life, grants her the authority to terminate her pregnancy if she wishes." She further elaborates that restricting a woman's right to choose is akin to denying her autonomy over her body, a belief she claims to have held throughout her adult life. Also read | Trump led ‘desperate criminal scheme’ to stay in power, prosecutors reveal new evidence "Restricting a woman's right to choose whether to terminate an unwanted pregnancy is the same as denying her control over her own body. I have carried this belief with me throughout my entire adult life," she wrote. It is "imperative to guarantee that women have autonomy in deciding their preference of having children, based on their own convictions, free from any intervention or pressure from the government," says the former first lady. The excerpts from her book come as the political landscape heats up ahead of the November 5 election, where abortion rights are anticipated to be a pivotal topic. Donald Trump and abortion Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, has frequently bragged that his three Supreme Court picks paved the way for the 2022 overturning of the pivotal Roe v Wade — the national right to abortion. Since then, at least 20 US states have enforced full or partial abortion restrictions. Also read | Biden and Harris lead relief efforts as hurricane Helene death toll rises to 162 Recently, he has indicated support for allowing states to set their own abortion restrictions. Previously, he suggested backing a national ban after 15 weeks. A spokesperson for Harris's campaign in an email comment to Reuters pointedly remarked that Melania Trump's views is in stark contrast with those of her husband: "Sadly for the women across America, Mrs. Trump's husband firmly disagrees with her and is the reason that more than one in three American women live under a Trump Abortion Ban that threatens their health, their freedom, and their lives." (With inputs from agencies)

'It's about autonomy,' Melania Trump breaks ranks, contradicts husband Donald's views on abortion in memoir

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1855}">US President Joe Biden on Wednesday witnessed Hurricane Helene's catastrophic destruction firsthand and Vice President Kamala Harris distributed aid to needy families, as thousands of federal responders joined all-out efforts to rescue residents and care for millions in the disaster.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:81,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1922}">Biden flew into the Carolinas and his deputy headed to Georgia after Harris's election rival Donald Trump sought to turn their handling of the disaster -- which has left at least 162 people dead in six states -- into campaign fodder.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1971}">Biden arrived in South Carolina and was briefed on the sprawling rescue and recovery effort -- an operation featuring more than 10,000 federal officials, emergency responders and National Guard across the US southeast.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:179,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2020}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:179,&quot;w&quot;:657,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2020}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:179,&quot;w&quot;:576,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2020}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-155-dead-from-hurricane-helene-biden-and-harris-to-visit-hard-hit-states-763741">At least 155 dead from Hurricane Helene; Biden and Harris to visit hard-hit states</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:211,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2052}">He then flew by helicopter over the flood-hit city of Asheville, North Carolina, where staggering destruction was visible from the air, including collapsed bridges, lakes filled with debris, buildings demolished and roads washed away.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:260,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2101}">"What I saw was heartbreaking," Biden said on X.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:292,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}">"But back on the ground, we're witnessing neighbours helping neighbours, volunteers and workers standing side-by-side, people leaning on each other. That's America."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:341,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2182}">Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, travelling with the president, described Helene as a storm of "historic strength" that brought calamitous flooding to cities and remote mountain communities.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:390,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}">"We have towns that have disappeared, literally," he said. "This is a multi-billion-dollar, multi-year recovery."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:426,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2267}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:426,&quot;w&quot;:279,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2267}">Towns and villages cut off</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:470,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2311}">Biden, who has approved major disaster declarations in several states, announced the deployment of up to 1,000 active-duty soldiers to North Carolina to help "speed up the delivery of life-saving supplies" including food, water, and medicine to isolated communities.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:536,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2377}">While getting briefed in the state, he spoke of Washington's obligation to provide help.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:568,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2409}">"In a moment like this we put politics aside," he said. "The nation has your back."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:600,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2441}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:600,&quot;w&quot;:789,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2441}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:600,&quot;w&quot;:789,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2441}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/130-dead-from-hurricane-helene-biden-announced-his-visit-to-storm-hit-north-carolina-amid-trump-controversy-763423">130 dead from Hurricane Helene, Biden announced his visit to storm-hit North Carolina amid Trump controversy</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:649,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2490}">But he also warned how climate change is increasing the severity and frequency of extreme weather events.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:681,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2522}">"Nobody can deny the impact of the climate crisis anymore, at least I hope they don't," Biden said. "They must be brain-dead if they do."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:730,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2571}">Harris, who replaced Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee for the November 5 election, flew separately to the southern state of Georgia, which has also been badly hit.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:779,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2620}">She visited an emergency operations center in Augusta before surveying a neighborhood that suffered what she called "extraordinary" devastation.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:828,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2669}">Debris was scattered across the road and trees lay crashed onto homes near where the vice president comforted grieving residents.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:877,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2718}">Harris assured Georgians the federal government was coordinating with local authorities to "get folks the support and the relief that they so desperately need and so rightly deserve."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:926,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2767}">"We are here for the long haul," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:958,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2799}">Harris also helped hand out styrofoam containers of food to impacted families at a shelter and received loud cheers when she departed.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1007,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2848}">North Carolina and Georgia are two of the seven crucial swing states likely to decide the result of the US election. Early voting has already begun in several states.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1056,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2897}">The White House announced Biden will travel Thursday to Florida, where Helene roared ashore last week as a Category 4 hurricane, and Georgia.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1106,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2947}">The storm's torrential rains have caused huge damage in the Appalachian mountains, with towns and villages cut off.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1138,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2979}">In east Tennessee, massive searches were underway near the Nolichucky River, where water flow spiked to record levels, leading to ferocious flooding.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1187,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3028}">"There are people still missing," Governor Bill Lee told a briefing. "We're in the middle of what is a remarkably difficult and tragic unfolding in east Tennessee."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1239,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3080}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1239,&quot;w&quot;:116,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3080}">'He's lying'</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1283,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3124}">The Biden and Harris visits come a day after vice presidential candidates J.D. Vance and Tim Walz faced off in a TV debate, where they acknowledged common ground about the need for a robust storm response.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1332,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3173}">But Republican former president Trump earlier sought to make political capital out of the disaster, accusing Biden's administration, without evidence, of ignoring the crisis and denying help to Trump supporters.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1381,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3222}">Biden told reporters Monday that Trump was "lying" and termed his attacks "irresponsible."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1413,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3254}">The political storm over Helene comes as Biden and Harris endure a series of crises with barely a month until the knife-edge election.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1463,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3304}">As they coordinate the hurricane response, Biden and Harris are also contending with escalating tensions between Iran and Israel and a dockworkers' strike that threatens the country's economy.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1512,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:68,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3353}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1512,&quot;w&quot;:791,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3353}">Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.</em><br bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:118,&quot;y&quot;:1546,&quot;w&quot;:0,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:151,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3387}" />
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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday witnessed Hurricane Helene's catastrophic destruction firsthand and Vice President Kamala Harris distributed aid to needy families, as thousands of federal responders joined all-out efforts to rescue residents and care for millions in the disaster.

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday witnessed Hurricane Helene's catastrophic destruction firsthand and Vice President Kamala Harris distributed aid to needy families, as thousands of federal responders joined all-out efforts to rescue residents and care for millions in the disaster. Biden flew into the Carolinas and his deputy headed to Georgia after Harris's election rival Donald Trump sought to turn their handling of the disaster -- which has left at least 162 people dead in six states -- into campaign fodder. Biden arrived in South Carolina and was briefed on the sprawling rescue and recovery effort -- an operation featuring more than 10,000 federal officials, emergency responders and National Guard across the US southeast. Also read | At least 155 dead from Hurricane Helene; Biden and Harris to visit hard-hit states He then flew by helicopter over the flood-hit city of Asheville, North Carolina, where staggering destruction was visible from the air, including collapsed bridges, lakes filled with debris, buildings demolished and roads washed away. "What I saw was heartbreaking," Biden said on X. "But back on the ground, we're witnessing neighbours helping neighbours, volunteers and workers standing side-by-side, people leaning on each other. That's America." Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, travelling with the president, described Helene as a storm of "historic strength" that brought calamitous flooding to cities and remote mountain communities. "We have towns that have disappeared, literally," he said. "This is a multi-billion-dollar, multi-year recovery." Towns and villages cut off Biden, who has approved major disaster declarations in several states, announced the deployment of up to 1,000 active-duty soldiers to North Carolina to help "speed up the delivery of life-saving supplies" including food, water, and medicine to isolated communities. While getting briefed in the state, he spoke of Washington's obligation to provide help. "In a moment like this we put politics aside," he said. "The nation has your back." Also read | 130 dead from Hurricane Helene, Biden announced his visit to storm-hit North Carolina amid Trump controversy But he also warned how climate change is increasing the severity and frequency of extreme weather events. "Nobody can deny the impact of the climate crisis anymore, at least I hope they don't," Biden said. "They must be brain-dead if they do." Harris, who replaced Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee for the November 5 election, flew separately to the southern state of Georgia, which has also been badly hit. She visited an emergency operations center in Augusta before surveying a neighborhood that suffered what she called "extraordinary" devastation. Debris was scattered across the road and trees lay crashed onto homes near where the vice president comforted grieving residents. Harris assured Georgians the federal government was coordinating with local authorities to "get folks the support and the relief that they so desperately need and so rightly deserve." "We are here for the long haul," she said. Harris also helped hand out styrofoam containers of food to impacted families at a shelter and received loud cheers when she departed. North Carolina and Georgia are two of the seven crucial swing states likely to decide the result of the US election. Early voting has already begun in several states. The White House announced Biden will travel Thursday to Florida, where Helene roared ashore last week as a Category 4 hurricane, and Georgia. The storm's torrential rains have caused huge damage in the Appalachian mountains, with towns and villages cut off. In east Tennessee, massive searches were underway near the Nolichucky River, where water flow spiked to record levels, leading to ferocious flooding. "There are people still missing," Governor Bill Lee told a briefing. "We're in the middle of what is a remarkably difficult and tragic unfolding in east Tennessee." 'He's lying' The Biden and Harris visits come a day after vice presidential candidates J.D. Vance and Tim Walz faced off in a TV debate, where they acknowledged common ground about the need for a robust storm response. But Republican former president Trump earlier sought to make political capital out of the disaster, accusing Biden's administration, without evidence, of ignoring the crisis and denying help to Trump supporters. Biden told reporters Monday that Trump was "lying" and termed his attacks "irresponsible." The political storm over Helene comes as Biden and Harris endure a series of crises with barely a month until the knife-edge election. As they coordinate the hurricane response, Biden and Harris are also contending with escalating tensions between Iran and Israel and a dockworkers' strike that threatens the country's economy. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Biden and Harris lead relief efforts as hurricane Helene death toll rises to 162

<p>US Vice President Kamala Harris's husband Doug Emhoff has been accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend for flirting with a valet worker, way back in 2012, according to a bombshell report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emhoff allegedly slapped his then-girlfriend so hard that she spun around, according to a report in Daily Mail,&nbsp;citing three friends of&nbsp;the lady assaulted by the Second Gentleman.&nbsp;The incident transpired&nbsp;after an event at the&nbsp;Cannes Film Festival in May 2012.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the friends claimed that the woman called them immediately after the incident and informed them about the alleged assault by Emhoff.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It was hard to hear her because she was sobbing,” the friend said.</p>

<p>“She told me she was with a guy and he hit her. It was very clear what she was telling me. She said she was with a guy, her date, she was at the Cannes Film Festival, and he hit her. She was in the car with the guy at the time."</p>

<p>“I didn’t know what to do, I didn’t know whether to call the French police. I couldn’t get a hold of her after calling back,"&nbsp;the woman allegedly told the friend.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the identity of the woman has not been revealed, she is referred to by her alias 'Jane' in the report which mentioned that&nbsp;she is now a successful New York attorney.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Emhoff allegedly ended the Cannes trip early and returned to Los Angeles for his daughter's birthday and the two never saw each other again. The outlet's report suggests that Emhoff was unapologetic about the entire incident.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Harris started dating Emhoff in 2013 and married him in August 2014 while she was California's attorney general.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Second Gentleman admits to cheating</strong></h2>

<p>In August, Emhoff admitted to having an&nbsp;extramarital affair during his first marriage with the nanny. Emhoff said he had a fling with&nbsp;Najen Naylor who taught at the private school, attended by his two children. The incident took place more than 15 years ago when he was still married to his then-wife Kerstin.</p>

<p>"During my first marriage, Kerstin and I went through some tough times on account of my actions. I took responsibility, and in the years since, we worked through things as a family and have come out stronger on the other side," Emhoff said in a statement provided to CNN.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-husband-doug-emhoff-admits-to-cheating-during-first-marriage-746960"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Kamala Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff admits to cheating during first marriage</strong></a></p>

<p>The news about the relationship and the infidelity were known to Joe Biden's vetting committee four years ago when Harris was undergoing the running mate process before being picked as the VP nominee.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US Vice President Kamala Harris's husband Doug Emhoff has been accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend for flirting with a valet worker, way back in 2012, according to a bombshell report.

US Vice President Kamala Harris's husband Doug Emhoff has been accused of assaulting his ex-girlfriend for flirting with a valet worker, way back in 2012, according to a bombshell report. Emhoff allegedly slapped his then-girlfriend so hard that she spun around, according to a report in Daily Mail, citing three friends of the lady assaulted by the Second Gentleman. The incident transpired after an event at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2012. One of the friends claimed that the woman called them immediately after the incident and informed them about the alleged assault by Emhoff. “It was hard to hear her because she was sobbing,” the friend said. “She told me she was with a guy and he hit her. It was very clear what she was telling me. She said she was with a guy, her date, she was at the Cannes Film Festival, and he hit her. She was in the car with the guy at the time." “I didn’t know what to do, I didn’t know whether to call the French police. I couldn’t get a hold of her after calling back," the woman allegedly told the friend. While the identity of the woman has not been revealed, she is referred to by her alias 'Jane' in the report which mentioned that she is now a successful New York attorney. Emhoff allegedly ended the Cannes trip early and returned to Los Angeles for his daughter's birthday and the two never saw each other again. The outlet's report suggests that Emhoff was unapologetic about the entire incident. Notably, Harris started dating Emhoff in 2013 and married him in August 2014 while she was California's attorney general. Watch | US Elections 2024: Voters Livid With Harris' Stance On Gaza War × Second Gentleman admits to cheating In August, Emhoff admitted to having an extramarital affair during his first marriage with the nanny. Emhoff said he had a fling with Najen Naylor who taught at the private school, attended by his two children. The incident took place more than 15 years ago when he was still married to his then-wife Kerstin. "During my first marriage, Kerstin and I went through some tough times on account of my actions. I took responsibility, and in the years since, we worked through things as a family and have come out stronger on the other side," Emhoff said in a statement provided to CNN. Also read | Kamala Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff admits to cheating during first marriage The news about the relationship and the infidelity were known to Joe Biden's vetting committee four years ago when Harris was undergoing the running mate process before being picked as the VP nominee. (With inputs from agencies)

After admitting to cheating, Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff accused of assaulting ex-girlfriend

Italian land artist Dario Gambarin prepared for the upcoming U.S. election by creating a massive portrait of Democratic Presidential Nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris in a farm field.

Italian Artist Creates 'Land Portrait' Of Kamala Harris Ahead of U.S. Elections

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<p>Over 129,000 voters in Georgia have registered since President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 election. This&nbsp;could be promising news for the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.</p>

<h2><strong>Why is Georgia a crucial battleground for the 2024 election?</strong></h2>

<p>Georgia has the potential to play an important role in determining the outcome of the 2024 race. Since Harris officially entered the race on July 21, after Biden stepped down, polls have shown Georgia becoming increasingly competitive.</p>

<h2><strong>How many voters registered between July and September?</strong></h2>

<p>Between July 21 and September 8, voter registration surged in Georgia, with a Newsweek report indicating that over 120,000 new voters were added. Of these, around 51,000 registered as Democrats, while 13,000 signed up as Republicans, and around 64,000 identified as unaffiliated voters.</p>

<p>One key factor in this surge is the increase in registrations among younger people and people of colour, which could give Harris an advantage in the state. In 2020, Biden narrowly won Georgia, and the current voter dynamics could help Harris replicate or even improve on that result.</p>

<h2><strong>What is the demographic breakdown of new Georgia voters?</strong></h2>

<p>As per the Newsweek report, approximately 56 per cent of these new voters are aged 34 or under, with 20 per cent of them being 18-year-olds. Additionally, over half of the new registrants (about 53 per cent) are from minority ethnic backgrounds.</p>

<p>Harris has long been supported by Black voters, and as the first Black and South Asian vice president, she has huge support from this demographic. Also, polls indicate she is doing better with Latino voters than Trump.</p>

<p>Young voters seem to be a particular strength for Harris. A recent survey by the Harvard Institute of Politics found that she leads Trump by a 31-point margin among likely voters under 30.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-trump-won-the-white-house-in-2016-despite-losing-the-popular-vote-heres-how-us-electoral-college-works-764096">Trump won in 2016 despite losing popular vote: Here's how US elections work</a></strong></p>

<p>This comes after a Democratic National Committee (DNC) initiative to boost voter registration at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-serving institutions. This campaign, which is active in Georgia and five other swing states, is seen as an important part of Harris’s strategy.</p>

<p>DNC chair Jaime Harrison said in a recent statement that young voters are "critical to the coalition that Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz are building ahead of November's election."<br />
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"The DNC is taking every opportunity to reach students where they are and make sure they have all of the tools they need to vote this November on the issues that matter most to them."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Over 129,000 voters in Georgia have registered since President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 election. This could be promising news for the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.

Over 129,000 voters in Georgia have registered since President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 election. This could be promising news for the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Why is Georgia a crucial battleground for the 2024 election? Georgia has the potential to play an important role in determining the outcome of the 2024 race. Since Harris officially entered the race on July 21, after Biden stepped down, polls have shown Georgia becoming increasingly competitive. How many voters registered between July and September? Between July 21 and September 8, voter registration surged in Georgia, with a Newsweek report indicating that over 120,000 new voters were added. Of these, around 51,000 registered as Democrats, while 13,000 signed up as Republicans, and around 64,000 identified as unaffiliated voters. One key factor in this surge is the increase in registrations among younger people and people of colour, which could give Harris an advantage in the state. In 2020, Biden narrowly won Georgia, and the current voter dynamics could help Harris replicate or even improve on that result. What is the demographic breakdown of new Georgia voters? As per the Newsweek report, approximately 56 per cent of these new voters are aged 34 or under, with 20 per cent of them being 18-year-olds. Additionally, over half of the new registrants (about 53 per cent) are from minority ethnic backgrounds. Harris has long been supported by Black voters, and as the first Black and South Asian vice president, she has huge support from this demographic. Also, polls indicate she is doing better with Latino voters than Trump. Young voters seem to be a particular strength for Harris. A recent survey by the Harvard Institute of Politics found that she leads Trump by a 31-point margin among likely voters under 30. Also read: Trump won in 2016 despite losing popular vote: Here's how US elections work This comes after a Democratic National Committee (DNC) initiative to boost voter registration at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-serving institutions. This campaign, which is active in Georgia and five other swing states, is seen as an important part of Harris’s strategy. DNC chair Jaime Harrison said in a recent statement that young voters are "critical to the coalition that Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz are building ahead of November's election." "The DNC is taking every opportunity to reach students where they are and make sure they have all of the tools they need to vote this November on the issues that matter most to them." (With inputs from agencies)

US: How new voter registrations in Georgia could swing the state in Kamala Harris’s favour?

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:198,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:198,&quot;w&quot;:407,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}">How does the Electoral College work?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:242,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1932}">The US Electoral College is made up of 538 members who gather in their state capitals after each presidential election to designate the winning president and vice president. To win, a candidate must receive an absolute majority—at least 270 electoral votes.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:308,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1998}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-breaks-ranks-contradicts-husband-donalds-views-on-abortion-in-memoir-764061">'It's about autonomy,' Melania Trump breaks ranks, contradicts husband Donald's views on abortion in memoir</a></strong></p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:487,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2177}">Most states follow a winner-takes-all approach, where the candidate with the most votes in that state gets all its electoral votes. However, Nebraska and Maine allocate some electors by the congressional district, adding complexity to the process.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:557,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2247}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:557,&quot;w&quot;:246,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2247}">A controversial system</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:601,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2291}">As the 2024 US elections approach, the question if Trump can achieve his 2016 feat is on many minds. Back then, he won 306 electoral votes, way more than the 270 he needs.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:650,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:68,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2340}">He's not the only one to achieved this. Before him, five presidents, including John Quincy Adams in 1824 and George W. Bush in 2000, have achieved this. Bush's win was particularly contentious. It hinged on a Supreme Court ruling that ultimately awarded him Florida's electoral votes and the presidency, even though he lost the nationwide popular vote by almost 500,000 votes.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:733,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:733,&quot;w&quot;:718,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:733,&quot;w&quot;:637,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-led-desperate-criminal-scheme-to-stay-in-power-prosecutors-reveal-new-evidence-revealed-764015">Trump led ‘desperate criminal scheme’ to stay in power, prosecutors reveal new evidence</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:769,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2459}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:769,&quot;w&quot;:207,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2459}">The role of electors</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:813,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2503}">The Electoral College is often viewed as a formality, as electors are not required by the Constitution to vote according to their state's popular vote. However, in July 2020, the Supreme Court allowed states to impose fines on "faithless electors" who stray from this norm. However, to date, no faithless elector has ever been changed for the outcome of an election.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:926,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2616}">US law states they "meet and cast their vote on the first Tuesday after the second Wednesday in December." This year, electors will gather in state capitals on December 17 and cast their votes.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:975,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2665}">After that, on January 6, 2025, Congress will convene to certify the winner on Capitol Hill — the scene of the 2020 riots. Certifying the victory by convention is the Vice President. Finally, the&nbsp;winner will be sworn in on January 20.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1024,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2714}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1024,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2714}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In 2016, Donald Trump defied polls and all expectations to defeat Hillary Clinton and become the American President. The victory which he described as "beautiful" happened despite Clinton winning nearly three million more votes than the Republicans.

In 2016, Donald Trump defied polls and all expectations to defeat Hillary Clinton and become the American President. The victory which he described as "beautiful" happened despite Clinton winning nearly three million more votes than the Republicans. But how could that be? How can the candidate who won the second-highest number of votes win and be crowned president? Here's how the complex US electoral system works: How did Trump win in 2016? Donald Trump did what was required: win enough individual states, some with very narrow margins, to surpass the 270 Electoral College votes needed to win the White House. How does the Electoral College work? The US Electoral College is made up of 538 members who gather in their state capitals after each presidential election to designate the winning president and vice president. To win, a candidate must receive an absolute majority—at least 270 electoral votes. Also read | 'It's about autonomy,' Melania Trump breaks ranks, contradicts husband Donald's views on abortion in memoir If you're wondering who these 538 voters are, the answer is they are mostly local elected officials or party leaders. Each state has a number of electors equal to its total representation in Congress, combining its House — the number depends on the states' population and Senate members — two in every state irrespective of the state's size. For example, California has 54 electors, while smaller states like Wyoming have just three. US capital Washington has three electors even though it has no voting members in Congress. This is why candidates focus heavily on a handful of "swing" states that can make or break the elections for them. Most states follow a winner-takes-all approach, where the candidate with the most votes in that state gets all its electoral votes. However, Nebraska and Maine allocate some electors by the congressional district, adding complexity to the process. A controversial system As the 2024 US elections approach, the question if Trump can achieve his 2016 feat is on many minds. Back then, he won 306 electoral votes, way more than the 270 he needs. He's not the only one to achieved this. Before him, five presidents, including John Quincy Adams in 1824 and George W. Bush in 2000, have achieved this. Bush's win was particularly contentious. It hinged on a Supreme Court ruling that ultimately awarded him Florida's electoral votes and the presidency, even though he lost the nationwide popular vote by almost 500,000 votes. Also read | Trump led ‘desperate criminal scheme’ to stay in power, prosecutors reveal new evidence The role of electors The Electoral College is often viewed as a formality, as electors are not required by the Constitution to vote according to their state's popular vote. However, in July 2020, the Supreme Court allowed states to impose fines on "faithless electors" who stray from this norm. However, to date, no faithless elector has ever been changed for the outcome of an election. The 2024 US election schedule US law states they "meet and cast their vote on the first Tuesday after the second Wednesday in December." This year, electors will gather in state capitals on December 17 and cast their votes. After that, on January 6, 2025, Congress will convene to certify the winner on Capitol Hill — the scene of the 2020 riots. Certifying the victory by convention is the Vice President. Finally, the winner will be sworn in on January 20. (With inputs from agencies)

How Trump won the White House in 2016 despite losing the popular vote: Here's how US electoral college works

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1702}">US vice presidential contenders JD Vance and Tim Walz clashed on Tuesday (Oct 1) in the first and potentially the last televised debate before the November elections. The two candidates clashed over a variety of issues, including abortion and immigration, even as the discussions repeatedly circled back to Vance's running mate Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:147,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1834}">According to AFP, Trump's name overshadowed many of the exchanges, coming up over 80 times- twice as many times as Walz's running mate Kamala Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:197,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1884}">However, the debate between the Republican candidate, Ohio Senator JD Vance, and his Democratic counterpart, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, took a deeper dive into policy compared to the September debate between Trump and Kamala Harris.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:264,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1951}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:264,&quot;w&quot;:639,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1951}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:264,&quot;w&quot;:558,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1951}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/walz-says-he-is-friends-with-school-shooters-panned-for-debate-performance-763752">Walz says he is 'friends with school shooters', panned for debate performance</a></strong></p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:345,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2032}">During the debate, Tim Walz, who appeared nervous early on, criticised Vance for supporting what he called false claims about Haitian migrants, accusing him of fuelling divisions on immigration. He emphasised that migration should not be used as a "talking point," but rather as a humanitarian issue.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:412,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}">"By standing with Donald Trump and not working together to find a solution, (immigration) becomes a talking point…And when it becomes a talking point like this, we dehumanise and villainise other human beings."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:465,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2152}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:465,&quot;w&quot;:130,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2152}">On Abortion</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:510,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2197}">The debate heated up during discussions on abortion. In 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned Roe V Wade, which gave women all over the nation the right to abortion. This happened largely due to justices appointed by Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:510,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2197}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-blames-biden-and-harris-for-making-iran-bolder-and-richer-warns-of-global-catastrophe-763716">Trump blames Biden and Harris for making Iran bolder and richer; warns of global catastrophe</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:577,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2264}">During the discussion on abortion, Vance accused Democrats of holding a "very radical pro-abortion stance" views and said they supported what he labelled "barbaric" laws.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:626,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2313}">Walz countered, asserting that he supported women's rights and reproductive freedom and was "pro-women".</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:724,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2411}">Foreign policy was another contentious point, with both contenders addressing the Iran missile attack on Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:774,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2461}">Walz took aim at Trump's foreign policy, especially his withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and his relationships with leaders like Russia's Vladimir Putin. He said that Harris represents "steady leadership while Trump was "fickle".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:841,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2528}">"What we've seen out of Vice President Harris is we've seen steady leadership...We've seen a calmness that is able to draw on the coalitions to bring them together, understanding that our allies matter," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:891,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2578}">Slamming Trump, he said: "Our allies understand that Donald Trump is fickle. He will go to whoever has the most flattery or where it makes sense to him. Steady leadership, like you witnessed today, like you witnessed in April, both Iranian attacks were repelled."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:958,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2645}">Vance defended Trump's record, claiming that the former president delivered stability in global affairs.</p>

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US vice presidential contenders JD Vance and Tim Walz clashed on Tuesday (Oct 1) in the first and potentially the last televised debate before the November elections.

US vice presidential contenders JD Vance and Tim Walz clashed on Tuesday (Oct 1) in the first and potentially the last televised debate before the November elections. The two candidates clashed over a variety of issues, including abortion and immigration, even as the discussions repeatedly circled back to Vance's running mate Donald Trump. How many times was Trump mentioned? According to AFP, Trump's name overshadowed many of the exchanges, coming up over 80 times- twice as many times as Walz's running mate Kamala Harris. However, the debate between the Republican candidate, Ohio Senator JD Vance, and his Democratic counterpart, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, took a deeper dive into policy compared to the September debate between Trump and Kamala Harris. Also read | Walz says he is 'friends with school shooters', panned for debate performance On Migration During the debate, Tim Walz, who appeared nervous early on, criticised Vance for supporting what he called false claims about Haitian migrants, accusing him of fuelling divisions on immigration. He emphasised that migration should not be used as a "talking point," but rather as a humanitarian issue. "By standing with Donald Trump and not working together to find a solution, (immigration) becomes a talking point…And when it becomes a talking point like this, we dehumanise and villainise other human beings." On Abortion The debate heated up during discussions on abortion. In 2022, the US Supreme Court overturned Roe V Wade, which gave women all over the nation the right to abortion. This happened largely due to justices appointed by Trump. Also read | Trump blames Biden and Harris for making Iran bolder and richer; warns of global catastrophe During the discussion on abortion, Vance accused Democrats of holding a "very radical pro-abortion stance" views and said they supported what he labelled "barbaric" laws. Walz countered, asserting that he supported women's rights and reproductive freedom and was "pro-women". On Iran-Israel Foreign policy was another contentious point, with both contenders addressing the Iran missile attack on Israel. Walz took aim at Trump's foreign policy, especially his withdrawal from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and his relationships with leaders like Russia's Vladimir Putin. He said that Harris represents "steady leadership while Trump was "fickle". "What we've seen out of Vice President Harris is we've seen steady leadership...We've seen a calmness that is able to draw on the coalitions to bring them together, understanding that our allies matter," he said. Slamming Trump, he said: "Our allies understand that Donald Trump is fickle. He will go to whoever has the most flattery or where it makes sense to him. Steady leadership, like you witnessed today, like you witnessed in April, both Iranian attacks were repelled." Vance defended Trump's record, claiming that the former president delivered stability in global affairs. "As much as Governor Walz just accused Donald Trump of being an agent of chaos, Donald Trump actually delivered stability in the world," he said. Walz also faced some uncomfortable moments, particularly when he had to admit he "misspoke" about being in Hong Kong during the Tiananmen Square protests. (With inputs from agencies)

Vance vs Walz debate key takeaways: Trump overshadows high stakes US Vice presidential clash

<p>Former US president Donald Trump targeted Kamala Harris yet again by claiming that the vice president staged the photo when being briefed about the impact of Hurricane Helen which has killed over 130 so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump said the picture was "fake" and "staged" because Harris's&nbsp;earbuds appear not to be plugged into her cellphone.</p>

<p>“Another FAKE and STAGED photo from someone who has no clue what she is doing,” the Republican presidential nominee wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.</p>

<p>“You have to plug the cord into the phone for it to work!” he added.</p>

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<p>The said photograph was posted on Harris'&nbsp;official vice presidential X account on Monday (Sep 30) where she appeared pensive while taking notes aboard Air Force Two.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I was just briefed by @FEMA_Deanne Criswell on the latest developments about the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene. We also discussed our Administration's continued actions to support emergency response and recovery," wrote Harris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our Administration will continue to stay in constant contact with state and local officials to ensure communities have the support and resources they need," she added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: First interview of Harris' as Presidential candidate</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Trump calls Harris mentally impaired&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>With a little over a month to go for the elections, Trump has increased the intensity and frequency of his attacks on Harris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last week, Trump called Harris "mentally impaired" while&nbsp;addressing a rally in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin.&nbsp;The Republican leader blamed Harris for the current border situation where illegals were indiscriminately entering the US.</p>

<p>"Joe Biden became mentally impaired. Kamala was born that way. She was born that way. And if you think about it, only a mentally disabled person could have allowed this to happen to our country. Anybody would know this," said Trump.</p>

<p>“I can’t even believe she’s being considered.&nbsp;She was considered, eight weeks ago, the worst vice president in history. A very dumb person. The fake news was calling her ‘dumb’, ‘stupid’, ‘didn’t have a chance’.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vows-to-prosecute-google-over-bad-stories-bias-favouring-kamala-harris-if-elected-in-2024-762702" target="_blank"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Trump vows to prosecute Google over 'bad stories' bias, favouring Kamala Harris if elected in 2024</strong></a></p>

<p>This was not the first instance when Trump launched ad hominem attacks on Harris. In July, he questioned Harris's racial identity during a panel with the National Association of Black Journalists, which brought the ex-US president a lot of flak.&nbsp;</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump targeted Kamala Harris yet again by claiming that the vice president staged the photo when being briefed about the impact of Hurricane Helen which has killed over 130 so far.

Former US president Donald Trump targeted Kamala Harris yet again by claiming that the vice president staged the photo when being briefed about the impact of Hurricane Helen which has killed over 130 so far. Trump said the picture was "fake" and "staged" because Harris's earbuds appear not to be plugged into her cellphone. “Another FAKE and STAGED photo from someone who has no clue what she is doing,” the Republican presidential nominee wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. “You have to plug the cord into the phone for it to work!” he added. × The said photograph was posted on Harris' official vice presidential X account on Monday (Sep 30) where she appeared pensive while taking notes aboard Air Force Two. "I was just briefed by @FEMA_Deanne Criswell on the latest developments about the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene. We also discussed our Administration's continued actions to support emergency response and recovery," wrote Harris. "Our Administration will continue to stay in constant contact with state and local officials to ensure communities have the support and resources they need," she added. I was just briefed by @FEMA_Deanne Criswell on the latest developments about the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene. We also discussed our Administration's continued actions to support emergency response and recovery. I also spoke with @NC_Governor Cooper about the ongoing… pic.twitter.com/nlZPB0h3mO — Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) September 30, 2024 × Watch | US Elections 2024: First interview of Harris' as Presidential candidate Trump calls Harris mentally impaired With a little over a month to go for the elections, Trump has increased the intensity and frequency of his attacks on Harris. Last week, Trump called Harris "mentally impaired" while addressing a rally in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. The Republican leader blamed Harris for the current border situation where illegals were indiscriminately entering the US. "Joe Biden became mentally impaired. Kamala was born that way. She was born that way. And if you think about it, only a mentally disabled person could have allowed this to happen to our country. Anybody would know this," said Trump. “I can’t even believe she’s being considered. She was considered, eight weeks ago, the worst vice president in history. A very dumb person. The fake news was calling her ‘dumb’, ‘stupid’, ‘didn’t have a chance’.” Also read | Trump vows to prosecute Google over 'bad stories' bias, favouring Kamala Harris if elected in 2024 This was not the first instance when Trump launched ad hominem attacks on Harris. In July, he questioned Harris's racial identity during a panel with the National Association of Black Journalists, which brought the ex-US president a lot of flak. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump blasts Harris for posting 'fake and staged' photo of Hurricane Helene briefing

<p><strong>Naked Trump statue: </strong>A huge Donald Trump effigy, fully naked, popped up alongside the Las Vegas Strip highway over the weekend, before disappearing as mysteriously as it made its debut, according to reports and social media posts.</p>

<p>The all-white supposed art installation, hanging 43-feet tall, caught the attention of several onlookers, shining briefly in all its naked glory not too far away from the Republican presidential candidate's real estate properties in the western US state of Nevada.</p>

<p>The effigy was hung on a construction crane, New York Post said in a report.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-comes-up-with-a-shocking-idea-to-end-violent-crime-in-us-suggests-a-day-like-the-purge-763269">Also read: Trump comes up with shocking idea to end violent crime in US, suggests a day like 'The Purge'</a></strong></p>

<p>The massive structure popped up nearly 28 miles away from the Trump International Hotel in the Sin City.</p>

<p>It was positioned near a highway that connects Las Vegas to Salt Lake City, but a bit away from the main traffic choke points, probably as it was lewd, according to New York Post.</p>

<p>The report said that it was not the only effigy of Trump to appear in recent times. Similar ones are popping up in New York’s Union Square to Los Angeles, Cleveland, Seattle and San Francisco.</p>

<p>It said it was not clear if these are part of a single art project or unrelated.</p>

<p>Some Trump supporters appeared outraged at the abomination, particularly as it was erected ahead of a rally by his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in Las Vegas.<br />
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One X user wrote:&nbsp; "NEWS: Liberals placed a 43-foot naked statue of President Donald Trump near Kamala Harris Las Vegas rally. This is the left. The left is now the party of war."</p>

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<p>Another wrote: "Kamala inflated this one by herself"</p>

<p>TMZ website reported citing people in the know that the artwork is titled “Crooked and Obscene.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The original artist's details are not available, but the place where the crane was parked is owned by a Las Vegas-registered trust, said the report in New York Post.</p>

<p>This is not the first time that Trump was mocked in artworks. A so-called baby blimp of Trump was floated in London ahead of the 2020 election.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: 'Trump baby' blimp to mock U.S. president in Britain</strong><br />
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<p>The Nevada unit of Trump's Republican party described the pop-up as “offensive marionette, designed intentionally for shock value rather than meaningful dialogue,” New York Post said in the report.</p>

<p>Accusing the Democrats, especially their presidential candidate Kamala Harris, of prioritising shock value over substance, it said Trump "is the only candidate in this race standing up for working men and women across Nevada.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-shazam-star-zachary-levi-endorses-trump-shocks-netizens-763248">Also read: Shazam star Zachary Levi endorses Trump, shocks his fans and netizens</a></strong></p>

<p>“I think it’s a funny, comical gesture for the up-and-coming election. Normally, you don’t see things like this, but it just gives a sign of laughter to the world seeing a big, huge statue of Donald Trump naked,” the Post quoted an onlooker as saying.</p>

<p>Later in the weekend, one X user wrote: "Called Las Vegas mayor they said they have nothing to do with this statue out in the dessert but it comes down tomorrow. By an artist who wants to stay anonymous and this will go on tour. We need to bring it down like the left did all our historical statues. Expose the creator."<br />
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Naked Trump statue: A huge Donald Trump effigy, fully naked, popped up alongside the Las Vegas Strip highway over the weekend, before disappearing as mysteriously as it made its debut, according to reports and social media posts.

Naked Trump statue: A huge Donald Trump effigy, fully naked, popped up alongside the Las Vegas Strip highway over the weekend, before disappearing as mysteriously as it made its debut, according to reports and social media posts. The all-white supposed art installation, hanging 43-feet tall, caught the attention of several onlookers, shining briefly in all its naked glory not too far away from the Republican presidential candidate's real estate properties in the western US state of Nevada. The effigy was hung on a construction crane, New York Post said in a report. Also read: Trump comes up with shocking idea to end violent crime in US, suggests a day like 'The Purge' The massive structure popped up nearly 28 miles away from the Trump International Hotel in the Sin City. It was positioned near a highway that connects Las Vegas to Salt Lake City, but a bit away from the main traffic choke points, probably as it was lewd, according to New York Post. The report said that it was not the only effigy of Trump to appear in recent times. Similar ones are popping up in New York’s Union Square to Los Angeles, Cleveland, Seattle and San Francisco. It said it was not clear if these are part of a single art project or unrelated. Some Trump supporters appeared outraged at the abomination, particularly as it was erected ahead of a rally by his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in Las Vegas. One X user wrote: "NEWS: Liberals placed a 43-foot naked statue of President Donald Trump near Kamala Harris Las Vegas rally. This is the left. The left is now the party of war." NEWS: Liberals placed a 43-foot naked statue of President Donald Trump near Kamala Harris Las Vegas rally. This is the left. The left is now the party of war pic.twitter.com/Rib6ulnmmg — Ptross_the_general 🇺🇸⭐️⭐️ (@peat_ross_) September 30, 2024 × Another wrote: "Kamala inflated this one by herself" TMZ website reported citing people in the know that the artwork is titled “Crooked and Obscene.” The original artist's details are not available, but the place where the crane was parked is owned by a Las Vegas-registered trust, said the report in New York Post. This is not the first time that Trump was mocked in artworks. A so-called baby blimp of Trump was floated in London ahead of the 2020 election. Watch: 'Trump baby' blimp to mock U.S. president in Britain × The Nevada unit of Trump's Republican party described the pop-up as “offensive marionette, designed intentionally for shock value rather than meaningful dialogue,” New York Post said in the report. Accusing the Democrats, especially their presidential candidate Kamala Harris, of prioritising shock value over substance, it said Trump "is the only candidate in this race standing up for working men and women across Nevada.” Also read: Shazam star Zachary Levi endorses Trump, shocks his fans and netizens “I think it’s a funny, comical gesture for the up-and-coming election. Normally, you don’t see things like this, but it just gives a sign of laughter to the world seeing a big, huge statue of Donald Trump naked,” the Post quoted an onlooker as saying. Later in the weekend, one X user wrote: "Called Las Vegas mayor they said they have nothing to do with this statue out in the dessert but it comes down tomorrow. By an artist who wants to stay anonymous and this will go on tour. We need to bring it down like the left did all our historical statues. Expose the creator." (WIth inputs from agencies)

Naked Trump statue appears in Las Vegas ahead of Harris rally, shocking onlookers: 'Crooked and Obscene'

During a rally in Wisconsin yesterday, the former president Trump, who calls himself a "dark speech," claimed that Vice President Harris is "mentally impaired" and "mentally disabled." Watch to know more.

US Elections 2024: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris intensify campaign

<p>Kamala&nbsp;Harris' US&nbsp;presidential election campaign raised $55 million during two events this weekend, a campaign official said on Sunday.</p>

<p>The Democratic candidate and US&nbsp;vice president raised $27 million at a fundraising event at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on Saturday that included remarks by former House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a performance by “Rise Up” singer Andra Day, said the official, who declined to be identified discussing non-public information.</p>

<p>Harris&nbsp;then drew $28 million for an event in downtown Los Angeles that included performances by Alanis Morissette and Halle Bailey. Also spotted at the event were Keegan-Michael Key, Sterling K. Brown, Demi Lovato, Jessica Alba, Lily Tomlin and Stevie Wonder.</p>

<p>At the events,&nbsp;Harris&nbsp;spotlighted her economic policies, calling herself a capitalist and painting the stakes of the election in existential terms. She told donors she would win but also that she was the underdog in the race, with just weeks to go.</p>

<p>Harris's presidential campaign and the Democratic Party raised $361 million in August, giving her a clear cash advantage over Republican rival Donald Trump, whose campaign raised $130 million in August together with the Republican Party.</p>

<p>The two candidates remained in a close race for the presidency with just over a month before the November&nbsp;5 presidential election. A Reuters/Ipsos poll taken earlier this month showed&nbsp;Harris&nbsp;leading Trump 47% to 40%, although other polls showed a tighter race.</p>

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Kamala Harris' US presidential election campaign raised $55 million during two events this weekend, a campaign official said on Sunday. The Democratic candidate and US vice president raised $27 million at a fundraising event at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on Saturday that included remarks by former House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a performance by “Rise Up” singer Andra Day, said the official, who declined to be identified discussing non-public information.

Kamala Harris' US presidential election campaign raised $55 million during two events this weekend, a campaign official said on Sunday. The Democratic candidate and US vice president raised $27 million at a fundraising event at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on Saturday that included remarks by former House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a performance by “Rise Up” singer Andra Day, said the official, who declined to be identified discussing non-public information. Harris then drew $28 million for an event in downtown Los Angeles that included performances by Alanis Morissette and Halle Bailey. Also spotted at the event were Keegan-Michael Key, Sterling K. Brown, Demi Lovato, Jessica Alba, Lily Tomlin and Stevie Wonder. At the events, Harris spotlighted her economic policies, calling herself a capitalist and painting the stakes of the election in existential terms. She told donors she would win but also that she was the underdog in the race, with just weeks to go. Harris's presidential campaign and the Democratic Party raised $361 million in August, giving her a clear cash advantage over Republican rival Donald Trump, whose campaign raised $130 million in August together with the Republican Party. The two candidates remained in a close race for the presidency with just over a month before the November 5 presidential election. A Reuters/Ipsos poll taken earlier this month showed Harris leading Trump 47% to 40%, although other polls showed a tighter race. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US presidential election: Kamala Harris' campaign raises $55 million over two weekend events

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<p>The death toll from powerful storm Helene jumped to at least 93 on Sunday, with one county in North Carolina alone reporting 30 deaths, authorities said, as rescuers battled to reach people in need across the southeastern United States.</p>

<p>The storm response took on a political tinge after President Joe Biden and the two candidates vying to replace him, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, announced plans to soon visit hard-hit areas, some of them in key battleground states in the November election.</p>

<p>High winds and torrential rain pummeled towns and cities across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Homes were destroyed, roads flooded out and power cut off to millions.</p>

<p>"We're hearing (of) significant infrastructure damage to water systems, communication, roads, critical transportation routes, as well as several homes that have been just destroyed by this," the administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Deanne Criswell, said Sunday.</p>

<p>At least 93 people were killed in the extreme weather -- 37 in North Carolina, 25 in South Carolina, 17 in Georgia, 11 in Florida, two in Tennessee and one in Virginia, according to tallies from local authorities compiled by AFP. That total was expected to rise.</p>

<p>"We have another devastating update. We now have 30 confirmed losses due to the storm," Quentin Miller, the sheriff in North Carolina's Buncombe County, which includes the tourist city of Asheville, told a briefing.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Flood warnings remained in effect in parts of western North Carolina, amid fears of potential dam failures.</p>

<p>Conditions were expected to improve in the affected areas by around Tuesday, National Weather Service director Ken Graham said.</p>

<p>Nearly 2.2 million households remained without power on Sunday, according to tracker poweroutage.us.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Department of Energy official Matt Targuagno said that crews were working hard to restore electricity but warned it would be "a complex, multi-day response."</p>

<p>Thousands of people continued to seek assistance in shelters run by the American Red Cross, organization official Jennifer Pipa said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Hurricane Helene Aftermath: Death toll rises</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Bridges washed away</strong></h2>

<p>Helene blew into Florida's northern Gulf shore as a huge Category Four hurricane with winds of 140 miles (225 kilometers) per hour.</p>

<p>Even as it weakened, it wreaked havoc.</p>

<p>North Carolina saw some of the worst of the flooding, with Governor Roy Cooper saying rescuers were being forced to airlift supplies in some areas due to damaged or flooded roads.</p>

<p>"I don't know that anybody could be fully prepared for the amount of flooding and landslides that they are experiencing right now," Criswell said on CBS, adding that more search and rescue teams were being deployed.</p>

<p>William Ray, director of the state's emergency management department, warned that conditions were still extremely dangerous.</p>

<p>Hundreds of roads across the region remained closed, with several bridges washed away by floodwaters.</p>

<p>Four major interstate highways were closed across North Carolina and Tennessee, with "multiple" bridges still out, said Kristin White of the US Department of Transportation.</p>

<p>Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina each had more than 100 road closures, she added.</p>

<p>In the Georgia city of Valdosta, the storm ripped the roofs off buildings, and left road intersections a tangle of felled utility poles and trees.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strange-blue-blob-appears-in-the-centre-of-hurricane-helene-leaves-netizens-baffled-762960"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Strange blue blob appears in the centre of Hurricane Helene, leaves netizens baffled</strong></a></p>

<p>"The wind started really hitting, like, felt branches and pieces of the roof hitting the side of the building and hitting the windows," said Valdosta resident Steven Mauro.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"And then we were looking out and then literally this whole street, just everything went black."</p>

<p>Trump, the Republican former president seeking another term, will visit Valdosta on Monday for a briefing on the disaster, his campaign said.</p>

<p>Biden, who has approved federal aid for several states in the wake of the disaster, intends to travel to hard-hit areas this week, "as soon as it will not disrupt emergency response operations," the White House said Sunday, later adding that Harris would do the same.</p>

<p>"We will stand with these communities for as long as it takes to make sure that they are able to recover and rebuild," Harris said Sunday evening at a campaign rally in Las Vegas.</p>

<p>Biden was scheduled to speak about the post-storm response from the White House on Monday.</p>

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The death toll from powerful storm Helene jumped to at least 93 on Sunday, with one county in North Carolina alone reporting 30 deaths, authorities said, as rescuers battled to reach people in need across the southeastern United States.

The death toll from powerful storm Helene jumped to at least 93 on Sunday, with one county in North Carolina alone reporting 30 deaths, authorities said, as rescuers battled to reach people in need across the southeastern United States. The storm response took on a political tinge after President Joe Biden and the two candidates vying to replace him, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, announced plans to soon visit hard-hit areas, some of them in key battleground states in the November election. High winds and torrential rain pummeled towns and cities across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. Homes were destroyed, roads flooded out and power cut off to millions. "We're hearing (of) significant infrastructure damage to water systems, communication, roads, critical transportation routes, as well as several homes that have been just destroyed by this," the administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Deanne Criswell, said Sunday. At least 93 people were killed in the extreme weather -- 37 in North Carolina, 25 in South Carolina, 17 in Georgia, 11 in Florida, two in Tennessee and one in Virginia, according to tallies from local authorities compiled by AFP. That total was expected to rise. "We have another devastating update. We now have 30 confirmed losses due to the storm," Quentin Miller, the sheriff in North Carolina's Buncombe County, which includes the tourist city of Asheville, told a briefing. Flood warnings remained in effect in parts of western North Carolina, amid fears of potential dam failures. Conditions were expected to improve in the affected areas by around Tuesday, National Weather Service director Ken Graham said. Nearly 2.2 million households remained without power on Sunday, according to tracker poweroutage.us. US Department of Energy official Matt Targuagno said that crews were working hard to restore electricity but warned it would be "a complex, multi-day response." Thousands of people continued to seek assistance in shelters run by the American Red Cross, organization official Jennifer Pipa said. Watch: Hurricane Helene Aftermath: Death toll rises Bridges washed away Helene blew into Florida's northern Gulf shore as a huge Category Four hurricane with winds of 140 miles (225 kilometers) per hour. Even as it weakened, it wreaked havoc. North Carolina saw some of the worst of the flooding, with Governor Roy Cooper saying rescuers were being forced to airlift supplies in some areas due to damaged or flooded roads. "I don't know that anybody could be fully prepared for the amount of flooding and landslides that they are experiencing right now," Criswell said on CBS, adding that more search and rescue teams were being deployed. William Ray, director of the state's emergency management department, warned that conditions were still extremely dangerous. Hundreds of roads across the region remained closed, with several bridges washed away by floodwaters. Four major interstate highways were closed across North Carolina and Tennessee, with "multiple" bridges still out, said Kristin White of the US Department of Transportation. Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina each had more than 100 road closures, she added. In the Georgia city of Valdosta, the storm ripped the roofs off buildings, and left road intersections a tangle of felled utility poles and trees. Also read | Strange blue blob appears in the centre of Hurricane Helene, leaves netizens baffled "The wind started really hitting, like, felt branches and pieces of the roof hitting the side of the building and hitting the windows," said Valdosta resident Steven Mauro. "And then we were looking out and then literally this whole street, just everything went black." Trump, the Republican former president seeking another term, will visit Valdosta on Monday for a briefing on the disaster, his campaign said. Biden, who has approved federal aid for several states in the wake of the disaster, intends to travel to hard-hit areas this week, "as soon as it will not disrupt emergency response operations," the White House said Sunday, later adding that Harris would do the same. "We will stand with these communities for as long as it takes to make sure that they are able to recover and rebuild," Harris said Sunday evening at a campaign rally in Las Vegas. Biden was scheduled to speak about the post-storm response from the White House on Monday. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Hurricane Helene: Death toll rises to 93 as Harris, Trump announce plans to visit hard-hit areas

<p>Republican vice presidential candidate, Senator JD Vance, was apparently kicked out of a restaurant while his supporters waited inside for him to address them. In a video going viral on social media, Vance, who was in Pittsburgh, was denied entry to the&nbsp;iconic Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar where the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign recently&nbsp;hosted a gathering.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ohio senator was initially stopped at the doors Saturday (Sep 28) afternoon while attempting to make a campaign stop, a report in <em>NY Post </em>claimed. The staff of the shop said they were not given any advanced notice about his visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the restaurant patrons said customers paid for their drinks and&nbsp;cancelled their orders once learning that Vance was not allowed to step inside.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite being&nbsp;denied entry, Vance took the rejection graciously and addressed the crowd of supporters gathered outside the establishment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We paid for everybody’s food, we gave them a nice tip and, of course, when I gave a nice tip, I said no taxes on tips," Vance said, referring to a Trump proposal.</p>

<p>"It’s all right, don’t hold it against [the worker]. She just got a little nervous, but it’s a great local business. Let’s keep on supporting it."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS! Went to Primanti brothers Restaurant in North Versailles, Pa to show support to JD Vance. The restaurant refused Vance and his security to enter, they told him he was not welcomed in this establishment. Watch Video! <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JDVance</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NEWSMAX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NEWSMAX</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/dbongino?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dbongino</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/primantibros?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@primantibros</a> <a href="https://t.co/QGS7dUhGUD">pic.twitter.com/QGS7dUhGUD</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Restaurant issues statement&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>After the controversy snowballed,&nbsp;Primanti Brothers issued a statement and said they had allowed Vance and his supporters to meet inside the restaurant after the initial kerfuffle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Without any advance notice, today’s campaign stop caused some momentary confusion for our staff. However, Senator Vance and his team were welcomed into our restaurant shortly after and engaged with our guests inside and on the property," read the statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-reveals-what-donald-trump-told-him-after-surviving-another-assassination-attempt-759293"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;JD Vance reveals what Donald Trump told him after surviving another assassination attempt</strong></a></p>

<p>Vance is currently on a campaign trail across the country as he squares up against Harris's VP pick, Tim Walz, in the November election.&nbsp;</p>

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Republican vice presidential candidate, Senator JD Vance, was apparently kicked out of a restaurant while his supporters waited inside for him to address them. In a video going viral on social media, Vance, who was in Pittsburgh, was denied entry to the iconic Primanti Bros.

Republican vice presidential candidate, Senator JD Vance, was apparently kicked out of a restaurant while his supporters waited inside for him to address them. In a video going viral on social media, Vance, who was in Pittsburgh, was denied entry to the iconic Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar where the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign recently hosted a gathering. The Ohio senator was initially stopped at the doors Saturday (Sep 28) afternoon while attempting to make a campaign stop, a report in NY Post claimed. The staff of the shop said they were not given any advanced notice about his visit. One of the restaurant patrons said customers paid for their drinks and cancelled their orders once learning that Vance was not allowed to step inside. Despite being denied entry, Vance took the rejection graciously and addressed the crowd of supporters gathered outside the establishment. "We paid for everybody’s food, we gave them a nice tip and, of course, when I gave a nice tip, I said no taxes on tips," Vance said, referring to a Trump proposal. "It’s all right, don’t hold it against [the worker]. She just got a little nervous, but it’s a great local business. Let’s keep on supporting it." THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS! Went to Primanti brothers Restaurant in North Versailles, Pa to show support to JD Vance. The restaurant refused Vance and his security to enter, they told him he was not welcomed in this establishment. Watch Video! @JDVance @NEWSMAX @dbongino @primantibros pic.twitter.com/QGS7dUhGUD — Linda (@lindalor1018) September 28, 2024 × Primanti Bros restaurant in Pittsburgh, PA wouldn’t let JD Vance in to greet his supporters. BOYCOTT @primantibros The supporters paid for their drinks, cancelled their orders, and left. ALL PATRIOTS IN PITTSBURGH. STOP SUPPORTING THIS ESTABLISHMENT pic.twitter.com/9p0OilpTwI — Kathy Green (@GreenKM117) September 28, 2024 × Watch | US Elections 2024: Vice Presidential Candidate JD Vance slams Harris & Walz × Restaurant issues statement After the controversy snowballed, Primanti Brothers issued a statement and said they had allowed Vance and his supporters to meet inside the restaurant after the initial kerfuffle. “Without any advance notice, today’s campaign stop caused some momentary confusion for our staff. However, Senator Vance and his team were welcomed into our restaurant shortly after and engaged with our guests inside and on the property," read the statement. Also read | JD Vance reveals what Donald Trump told him after surviving another assassination attempt Vance is currently on a campaign trail across the country as he squares up against Harris's VP pick, Tim Walz, in the November election. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Sept 28) that&nbsp;he had issued the directive to neutralise Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah as the Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group&nbsp;would have regenerated if he was allowed to live.&nbsp;"He would have quickly rehabilitated Hezbollah’s capabilities.&nbsp;So I gave the order and Nasrallah is no longer with us," Netanyahu said.</p>

<p>North Korea on Sunday reacted to the recent US military aid worth $8 billion given to Ukraine, which has been fighting a war with Russia since late February 2022.&nbsp;Kim Yo Jong,&nbsp;the sister of North Korea's Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un, said that the US was&nbsp;escalating the Ukraine conflict and driving all of Europe to the brink of a nuclear war.</p>

<p>In other news from around the world, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made yet another verbal attack on his election rival Kamala Harris. This time, Trump called Harris&nbsp;"mentally impaired" and a "disaster."</p>

<p><strong>Click on the headlines to read more:</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasrallah-death-netanyahu-reveals-he-gave-the-order-to-kill-hezbollah-chief-he-would-have-quickly-762857"><strong>Nasrallah death: Netanyahu reveals he gave the 'order' to kill Hezbollah chief, 'he would have quickly...'</strong></a></p>

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<p>In his first public statement since the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had "settled the account" with a "mass murderer."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/playing-with-fire-against-russia-north-korea-reacts-to-us-military-aid-to-ukraine-762859"><strong>Playing with fire against Russia: North Korea reacts to US military aid to Ukraine</strong></a></p>

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<p>North Korea said on Sunday (Sept 29) that US (United States) military aid worth $8 billion to Ukraine was an&nbsp;"incredible mistake," adding, that Washington was&nbsp;playing with fire against nuclear superpower Russia.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-calls-harris-mentally-impaired-in-fresh-rant-says-she-was-born-that-way-762860"><strong>Trump calls Harris 'mentally impaired' in fresh rant, says 'she was born that way'</strong></a></p>

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<p>Former US president Donald Trump on Saturday (Sept 28) launched a scathing attack on his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, by calling her "mentally impaired" and a "disaster."&nbsp;Trump was addressing a crowd in&nbsp;Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he touched upon the issue of immigration after Harris discussed the issue a day earlier.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/seven-labourers-in-pakistan-killed-after-terrorists-storm-under-construction-house-in-panj-gur-762872"><strong>Seven labourers in Pakistan killed after terrorists storm under-construction house in Panj­gur</strong></a></p>

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<p>Seven labourers were killed late on Saturday (Sept 28) in Pakistan's&nbsp;Panj­gur town after terrorists stormed an under-construction house, Pakistani media reported. The terrorists were armed with automatic weapons.&nbsp;A report by Dawn said that the incident occurred at the construction house in Panjgur's&nbsp;Khuda-i-Abadan area.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | World DNA:&nbsp;SpaceX Falcon 9 to bring back Williams and Wilmore from ISS</strong></p>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Sept 28) that he had issued the directive to neutralise Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah as the Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group would have regenerated if he was allowed to live.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Sept 28) that he had issued the directive to neutralise Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah as the Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group would have regenerated if he was allowed to live. "He would have quickly rehabilitated Hezbollah’s capabilities. So I gave the order and Nasrallah is no longer with us," Netanyahu said. North Korea on Sunday reacted to the recent US military aid worth $8 billion given to Ukraine, which has been fighting a war with Russia since late February 2022. Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korea's Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un, said that the US was escalating the Ukraine conflict and driving all of Europe to the brink of a nuclear war. In other news from around the world, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made yet another verbal attack on his election rival Kamala Harris. This time, Trump called Harris "mentally impaired" and a "disaster." Click on the headlines to read more: Nasrallah death: Netanyahu reveals he gave the 'order' to kill Hezbollah chief, 'he would have quickly...' In his first public statement since the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had "settled the account" with a "mass murderer." Playing with fire against Russia: North Korea reacts to US military aid to Ukraine North Korea said on Sunday (Sept 29) that US (United States) military aid worth $8 billion to Ukraine was an "incredible mistake," adding, that Washington was playing with fire against nuclear superpower Russia. Trump calls Harris 'mentally impaired' in fresh rant, says 'she was born that way' Former US president Donald Trump on Saturday (Sept 28) launched a scathing attack on his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, by calling her "mentally impaired" and a "disaster." Trump was addressing a crowd in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he touched upon the issue of immigration after Harris discussed the issue a day earlier. Seven labourers in Pakistan killed after terrorists storm under-construction house in Panjgur Seven labourers were killed late on Saturday (Sept 28) in Pakistan's Panjgur town after terrorists stormed an under-construction house, Pakistani media reported. The terrorists were armed with automatic weapons. A report by Dawn said that the incident occurred at the construction house in Panjgur's Khuda-i-Abadan area. Watch | World DNA: SpaceX Falcon 9 to bring back Williams and Wilmore from ISS ×

Morning brief: Netanyahu says he gave order to kill Nasrallah; Ukraine war updates, and more

<p>Former US president Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 28) launched a scathing attack on his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, by calling her "mentally impaired" and a "disaster".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump was addressing a crowd in&nbsp;Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he touched upon the issue of immigration after Harris discussed the subject a day earlier. The Republican leader blamed Harris for the current border situation where illegals were indiscriminately entering the US.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Joe Biden became mentally impaired. Kamala was born that way. She was born that way. And if you think about it, only a mentally disabled person could have allowed this to happen to our country. Anybody would know this," said Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I can’t even believe she’s being considered.&nbsp;She was considered, eight weeks ago, the worst vice president in history. A very dumb person. The fake news was calling her ‘dumb’, ‘stupid’, ‘didn’t have a chance’.”</p>

<p>This is not the first instance when Trump has launched ad hominem attacks on Harris. In July, he questioned Harris's racial identity during a panel with the&nbsp;National Association of Black Journalists.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: First interview of Harris' as Presidential candidate</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Harris arrives at US-Mexico border</strong></h2>

<p>Harris visited the US-Mexico border for the first time on Friday (Sep 27) since becoming the Democratic presidential candidate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The United States is a sovereign nation, and I believe we have a duty to set rules at our border and to enforce them.&nbsp;And I take that responsibility very seriously," Harris said&nbsp;after touring a section of the border wall in Cochise County.</p>

<p>“I will do more to secure our border, to reduce illegal border crossings. I will take further action to keep the border closed between ports of entry," she added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vows-to-prosecute-google-over-bad-stories-bias-favouring-kamala-harris-if-elected-in-2024-762702"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Trump vows to prosecute Google over 'bad stories' bias, favouring Kamala Harris if elected in 2024</strong></a></p>

<p>However, her visit did not go down well with the&nbsp;union repping US Border agents who claimed that the&nbsp;presidential hopeful “ignored the border problem she created".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Vice President Harris has ignored the border problem she created for over three years. She goes down there for 20 minutes for a photo op and decides to repeat some of the things the NPBC has said before. But again, where has she been the last 3 1/2 years?,” the National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).</p>

<p>“VP Harris asserted in Arizona that CBP needed more resources. We have apprehended over 8 million illegal immigrants over the last 4 years and now you realise we need more help 38 days before the election.”</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 28) launched a scathing attack on his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, by calling her "mentally impaired" and a "disaster".

Former US president Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 28) launched a scathing attack on his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris, by calling her "mentally impaired" and a "disaster". Trump was addressing a crowd in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he touched upon the issue of immigration after Harris discussed the subject a day earlier. The Republican leader blamed Harris for the current border situation where illegals were indiscriminately entering the US. "Joe Biden became mentally impaired. Kamala was born that way. She was born that way. And if you think about it, only a mentally disabled person could have allowed this to happen to our country. Anybody would know this," said Trump. “I can’t even believe she’s being considered. She was considered, eight weeks ago, the worst vice president in history. A very dumb person. The fake news was calling her ‘dumb’, ‘stupid’, ‘didn’t have a chance’.” This is not the first instance when Trump has launched ad hominem attacks on Harris. In July, he questioned Harris's racial identity during a panel with the National Association of Black Journalists. Watch | US Elections 2024: First interview of Harris' as Presidential candidate × Harris arrives at US-Mexico border Harris visited the US-Mexico border for the first time on Friday (Sep 27) since becoming the Democratic presidential candidate. “The United States is a sovereign nation, and I believe we have a duty to set rules at our border and to enforce them. And I take that responsibility very seriously," Harris said after touring a section of the border wall in Cochise County. “I will do more to secure our border, to reduce illegal border crossings. I will take further action to keep the border closed between ports of entry," she added. Also read | Trump vows to prosecute Google over 'bad stories' bias, favouring Kamala Harris if elected in 2024 However, her visit did not go down well with the union repping US Border agents who claimed that the presidential hopeful “ignored the border problem she created". "Vice President Harris has ignored the border problem she created for over three years. She goes down there for 20 minutes for a photo op and decides to repeat some of the things the NPBC has said before. But again, where has she been the last 3 1/2 years?,” the National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) said in a post on X (formerly Twitter). “VP Harris asserted in Arizona that CBP needed more resources. We have apprehended over 8 million illegal immigrants over the last 4 years and now you realise we need more help 38 days before the election.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trump calls Harris ‘mentally impaired’ in fresh rant, says ‘she was born that way’

<p>Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is the Republican presidential candidate, said on Friday he will seek the prosecution of Google if he wins the Nov. 5 election, claiming that the company only displays "bad stories" about him.</p>

<p>Trump, in his post on Truth Social, gave no evidence for his assertion about Google.</p>

<p>"It has been determined that Google has illegally used a system of only revealing and displaying bad stories about Donald J. Trump, some made up for this purpose while, at the same time, only revealing good stories about" Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, Trump said.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/audience-shouts-shame-shame-as-israels-netanyahu-addresses-unga-762572">Audience shouts 'shame', delegates walk out as Netanyahu addresses UNGA</a></strong></p>

<p>"This is an illegal activity, and hopefully the Justice Department will criminally prosecute them for this blatant interference of elections," Trump said. "If not, and subject to the laws of our country, I will request their prosecution, at the maximum levels, when I win the election, and become president of the United States."</p>

<p>Google did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>

<p>Trump made a similar claim about Google in 2019, according to the Washington Post. He alleged in a series of posts on Twitter, now known as X, that Google favored negative news stories about him in the 2016 presidential election, according to the Post. Google dismissed the claims at the time.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-boosts-very-good-relationship-with-zelensky-says-if-elected-will-resolve-conflict-very-quickly-762599">Trump meets Zelensky, says if elected will resolve conflict 'very quickly'</a></strong></p>

<p>However, in recent weeks, some supporters of the former president have renewed the allegations. In July, days after an attempted assassination of Trump, billionaire Elon Musk, in a post on X, accused Google of having a search ban on the former president.</p>

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is the Republican presidential candidate, said on Friday he will seek the prosecution of Google if he wins the Nov. 5 election, claiming that the company only displays "bad stories" about him.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is the Republican presidential candidate, said on Friday he will seek the prosecution of Google if he wins the Nov. 5 election, claiming that the company only displays "bad stories" about him. Trump, in his post on Truth Social, gave no evidence for his assertion about Google. "It has been determined that Google has illegally used a system of only revealing and displaying bad stories about Donald J. Trump, some made up for this purpose while, at the same time, only revealing good stories about" Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, Trump said. Also read: Audience shouts 'shame', delegates walk out as Netanyahu addresses UNGA "This is an illegal activity, and hopefully the Justice Department will criminally prosecute them for this blatant interference of elections," Trump said. "If not, and subject to the laws of our country, I will request their prosecution, at the maximum levels, when I win the election, and become president of the United States." Google did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Trump made a similar claim about Google in 2019, according to the Washington Post. He alleged in a series of posts on Twitter, now known as X, that Google favored negative news stories about him in the 2016 presidential election, according to the Post. Google dismissed the claims at the time. Also read: Trump meets Zelensky, says if elected will resolve conflict 'very quickly' However, in recent weeks, some supporters of the former president have renewed the allegations. In July, days after an attempted assassination of Trump, billionaire Elon Musk, in a post on X, accused Google of having a search ban on the former president. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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