<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1702}">Kamala Harris on Friday (Sep 20) launched a fierce attack on&nbsp;her political rival Donald Trump and the Republican Party, calling them "hypocrites" over their stance on abortion as the first votes were cast in the crucial 2024 US presidential election.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1772}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:452,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1772}">Harris unleashes most forceful speech yet</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1817}">At a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, Democrat party presidential candidate Kamala Harris blamed Trump for a state law that bans abortion after six weeks, which she said had caused the deaths of two women.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:180,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1867}">Harris accused Republicans of failing to support women and children despite their claims to do so.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:180,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1867}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwi3z9SujtOIAxVnkK8BHeMPB_0QxfQBKAB6BAgTEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-targets-kamala-harriss-height-in-bizarre-post-ahead-of-debate-these-are-the-debate-rules-756796" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-targets-kamala-harriss-height-in-bizarre-post-ahead-of-debate-these-are-the-debate-rules-756796&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi3z9SujtOIAxVnkK8BHeMPB_0QxfQBKAB6BAgTEAE">Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1899}">"These hypocrites want to start talking about how this is in the best interest of women and children."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1931}">"Well, where have you been? Where have you been when it comes to taking care of the women and children of America? Where have you been?" she asked the crowd, drawing cheers.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:294,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1981}">"How dare they," she remarked.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:326,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2013}">Since stepping in as the Democratic nominee two months ago, replacing President Joe Biden, Harris has sharpened her focus on abortion rights, often referring to what she calls "Trump abortion bans."&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:380,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2067}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:380,&quot;w&quot;:241,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2067}">Trump's abortion bans</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:424,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2111}">Republican Party presidential nominee Donald Trump is known to boast about appointing the Supreme Court justices responsible for overturning national abortion rights in 2022. Since then, at least 20 of the 50 US states have introduced full or partial restrictions, with Georgia being one of the strictest — banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2196}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:651,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2196}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:570,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2196}" data-ved="2ahUKEwi3z9SujtOIAxVnkK8BHeMPB_0QxfQBKAB6BAgQEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-claims-debate-with-kamala-harris-was-three-on-one-alleges-bias-757658" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-claims-debate-with-kamala-harris-was-three-on-one-alleges-bias-757658&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi3z9SujtOIAxVnkK8BHeMPB_0QxfQBKAB6BAgQEAE">Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:545,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2232}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:545,&quot;w&quot;:253,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2232}">'Immoral' abortion bans</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:589,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2276}">Later on Friday, speaking at another rally in Madison, Wisconsin, Harris labelled these bans "immoral" and squarely blamed Trump for what she described as a "health care crisis."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:639,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2326}">"This is a health care crisis, and Donald Trump is the architect," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:671,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2358}">She cited the death of Amber Nicole Thurman, a young mother from Georgia who died due to complications from abortion pills, as a tragic result of the state's restrictive laws. The case has become a rallying cry for her campaign.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:738,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2425}">"We will make sure Amber is not just remembered as a statistic," said the US Vice President, as quoted by AFP.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:788,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2475}">As early voting kicked off in key states, including Virginia, Minnesota, and South Dakota, Harris rallied her supporters, and said: "It (the election) is basically here and we have work to do, to energise, to organise and to mobilise."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:855,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2542}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:855,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2542}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Kamala Harris on Friday (Sep 20) launched a fierce attack on her political rival Donald Trump and the Republican Party, calling them "hypocrites" over their stance on abortion as the first votes were cast in the crucial 2024 US presidential election.

Kamala Harris on Friday (Sep 20) launched a fierce attack on her political rival Donald Trump and the Republican Party, calling them "hypocrites" over their stance on abortion as the first votes were cast in the crucial 2024 US presidential election. Harris unleashes most forceful speech yet At a rally in Atlanta, Georgia, Democrat party presidential candidate Kamala Harris blamed Trump for a state law that bans abortion after six weeks, which she said had caused the deaths of two women. Harris accused Republicans of failing to support women and children despite their claims to do so. Also read | Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate "These hypocrites want to start talking about how this is in the best interest of women and children." "Well, where have you been? Where have you been when it comes to taking care of the women and children of America? Where have you been?" she asked the crowd, drawing cheers. "How dare they," she remarked. Since stepping in as the Democratic nominee two months ago, replacing President Joe Biden, Harris has sharpened her focus on abortion rights, often referring to what she calls "Trump abortion bans." Trump's abortion bans Republican Party presidential nominee Donald Trump is known to boast about appointing the Supreme Court justices responsible for overturning national abortion rights in 2022. Since then, at least 20 of the 50 US states have introduced full or partial restrictions, with Georgia being one of the strictest — banning most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. Also read | Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias 'Immoral' abortion bans Later on Friday, speaking at another rally in Madison, Wisconsin, Harris labelled these bans "immoral" and squarely blamed Trump for what she described as a "health care crisis." "This is a health care crisis, and Donald Trump is the architect," she said. She cited the death of Amber Nicole Thurman, a young mother from Georgia who died due to complications from abortion pills, as a tragic result of the state's restrictive laws. The case has become a rallying cry for her campaign. "We will make sure Amber is not just remembered as a statistic," said the US Vice President, as quoted by AFP. As early voting kicked off in key states, including Virginia, Minnesota, and South Dakota, Harris rallied her supporters, and said: "It (the election) is basically here and we have work to do, to energise, to organise and to mobilise." (With inputs from agencies)

Harris slams 'hypocrite' Trump for his 'immoral' abortion bans: 'How dare they...'

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1702}">United States&nbsp;on Wednesday (Sep 18) revealed that Iranian hackers had attempted to interfere in the 2024 election by sending stolen material from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign to people involved with Democratic President Joe Biden's re-election campaign.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1769}">This, according to US agencies, was part of Iran's broader effort to influence the US election and aimed to create discord and undermine confidence in the American electoral process.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:135,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1822}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:135,&quot;w&quot;:173,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1822}">Stolen materials</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:180,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1867}">In a joint statement, the FBI, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and Office of the Director of National Intelligence said: "Iranian malicious cyber actors have continued their efforts since June to send stolen, non-public material associated with former President Trump's campaign to US media organisations".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:247,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1934}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:247,&quot;w&quot;:699,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1934}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:247,&quot;w&quot;:699,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1934}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-meeting-modi-news-donald-trump-says-will-meet-fantastic-indian-pm-narendra-modi-next-week-759639">Trump meeting Modi: Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:296,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1983}">"This malicious cyber activity is the latest example of Iran’s multi-pronged approach ... to stoke discord and undermine confidence in our electoral process," it added.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:346,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2033}">According to the agencies, there is currently no evidence that the recipients of the stolen material&nbsp;— the Biden campaign&nbsp;—&nbsp;replied or engaged with the hackers. They did not specify what the stolen material was.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:396,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2083}">They also revealed that the cyber attackers also approached some US media organisations with the information, but did not name the outlets.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:449,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2136}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:449,&quot;w&quot;:242,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2136}">Iran denies allegations</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:494,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2181}">Tehran has, however, denied the allegations, labelling them "devoid" of credibility.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:526,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2213}">"Already devoid of any credibility and legitimacy, such allegations are fundamentally unfounded and wholly inadmissible," said Iran in a statement.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:576,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2263}">"Iran neither has any motive nor intent to interfere in the U.S. election; and, it therefore categorically repudiates such accusations."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:576,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2263}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:194,&quot;w&quot;:748,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2035}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:194,&quot;w&quot;:667,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2035}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/only-consequential-presidents-get-shot-at-boasts-trump-after-second-assassination-attempt-759624">'Only consequential presidents get shot at,' boasts Trump after second assassination attempt</a></strong>&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:629,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2316}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:629,&quot;w&quot;:372,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2316}">Trump campaign slams Democrats</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:674,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2361}">Donald Trump's campaign on Wednesday alleged that the stolen material was "proof," that "the Iranians are actively interfering in the election to help Kamala Harris and Joe Biden."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:723,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2410}">This, as per Trump campaign press secretary Karoline Leavitt, was "because they know President Trump will restore his tough sanctions and stand against their reign of terror."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:773,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2460}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:773,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2460}">(With inputs from agencies)</em>&nbsp;</p>


United States on Wednesday (Sep 18) revealed that Iranian hackers had attempted to interfere in the 2024 election by sending stolen material from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign to people involved with Democratic President Joe Biden's re-election campaign.

United States on Wednesday (Sep 18) revealed that Iranian hackers had attempted to interfere in the 2024 election by sending stolen material from Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign to people involved with Democratic President Joe Biden's re-election campaign. This, according to US agencies, was part of Iran's broader effort to influence the US election and aimed to create discord and undermine confidence in the American electoral process. Stolen materials In a joint statement, the FBI, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and Office of the Director of National Intelligence said: "Iranian malicious cyber actors have continued their efforts since June to send stolen, non-public material associated with former President Trump's campaign to US media organisations". Also read | Trump meeting Modi: Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week "This malicious cyber activity is the latest example of Iran’s multi-pronged approach ... to stoke discord and undermine confidence in our electoral process," it added. According to the agencies, there is currently no evidence that the recipients of the stolen material — the Biden campaign — replied or engaged with the hackers. They did not specify what the stolen material was. They also revealed that the cyber attackers also approached some US media organisations with the information, but did not name the outlets. Iran denies allegations Tehran has, however, denied the allegations, labelling them "devoid" of credibility. "Already devoid of any credibility and legitimacy, such allegations are fundamentally unfounded and wholly inadmissible," said Iran in a statement. "Iran neither has any motive nor intent to interfere in the U.S. election; and, it therefore categorically repudiates such accusations." Also read | 'Only consequential presidents get shot at,' boasts Trump after second assassination attempt Trump campaign slams Democrats Donald Trump's campaign on Wednesday alleged that the stolen material was "proof," that "the Iranians are actively interfering in the election to help Kamala Harris and Joe Biden." This, as per Trump campaign press secretary Karoline Leavitt, was "because they know President Trump will restore his tough sanctions and stand against their reign of terror." (With inputs from agencies)

Iranian hackers tried to tip 2024 US Election by leaking Trump campaign secrets to Biden's team: FBI and DNI

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1702}">More than 100 former Republican national security and foreign policy officials have thrown their support behind Kamala Harris for president, calling Donald Trump "unfit to serve."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1751}">This bipartisan group, as per reports, includes officials from the administrations of Ronald Reagan, both Bush presidencies, and even Trump himself, as well as some Democratic leaders.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1805}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:242,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1805}">Who signed the letter?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1849}">Prominent figures in the endorsement include former defence secretaries William Cohen and Chuck Hagel, and former CIA directors William Webster and Michael Hayden. Some of Trump's former staff, such as Mark Harvey and Elizabeth Neumann, also joined the endorsement.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1916}">The officials made their endorsement in a strongly worded joint letter.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:262,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1949}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:262,&quot;w&quot;:670,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1949}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:262,&quot;w&quot;:670,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1949}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-hackers-tried-to-tip-2024-us-election-by-leaking-trump-campaign-secrets-to-bidens-team-fbi-and-dni-759946">Iranian hackers tried to tip 2024 US Election by leaking Trump campaign secrets to Biden's team: FBI and DNI</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:311,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1998}">"We believe that the president of the United States must be a principled, serious, and steady leader," they wrote.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:361,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2048}">They acknowledged potential policy disagreements with Harris but stressed her leadership qualities and readiness for office, traits they believe Trump lacks.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:411,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2098}">"We expect to disagree with Kamala Harris on many domestic and foreign policy issues, but we believe that she possesses the essential qualities to serve as president and Donald Trump does not. We therefore support her election to be president."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:481,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2168}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:481,&quot;w&quot;:405,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2168}">Republicans speak out against Trump</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:526,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2213}">The letter criticises Trump for fostering chaos in government, prioritising personal interests over national ones, and undermining US democracy—citing his role in the January 6 Capitol attack and his dealings with authoritarian leaders like Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:526,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2213}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-a-difference-in-political-leaning-tesla-spacex-workers-donate-to-harris-while-musk-backs-trump-760012">US election | A difference in political leaning: Tesla, SpaceX workers donate to Harris while Musk backs Trump</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:593,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2280}">"We firmly oppose the election of Donald Trump. As president, he promoted daily chaos in government, praised our enemies and undermined our allies, politicised the military and disparaged our veterans, prioritized his personal interest above American interests, and betrayed our values, democracy, and this country's founding document," added the letter.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:677,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2364}">The group also highlighted Democratic Party presidential candidate Harris'&nbsp;commitment to NATO, and Israel, and her willingness to work across the aisle, including a pledge to appoint Republicans to her administration.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:744,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2431}">This endorsement follows a growing trend of Republicans, like former congressperson Barbara Comstock and former Trump aides, crossing party lines to back Harris ahead of the election.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:794,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2481}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:794,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2481}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


More than 100 former Republican national security and foreign policy officials have thrown their support behind Kamala Harris for president, calling Donald Trump "unfit to serve.

More than 100 former Republican national security and foreign policy officials have thrown their support behind Kamala Harris for president, calling Donald Trump "unfit to serve." This bipartisan group, as per reports, includes officials from the administrations of Ronald Reagan, both Bush presidencies, and even Trump himself, as well as some Democratic leaders. Who signed the letter? Prominent figures in the endorsement include former defence secretaries William Cohen and Chuck Hagel, and former CIA directors William Webster and Michael Hayden. Some of Trump's former staff, such as Mark Harvey and Elizabeth Neumann, also joined the endorsement. The officials made their endorsement in a strongly worded joint letter. Also read | Iranian hackers tried to tip 2024 US Election by leaking Trump campaign secrets to Biden's team: FBI and DNI "We believe that the president of the United States must be a principled, serious, and steady leader," they wrote. They acknowledged potential policy disagreements with Harris but stressed her leadership qualities and readiness for office, traits they believe Trump lacks. "We expect to disagree with Kamala Harris on many domestic and foreign policy issues, but we believe that she possesses the essential qualities to serve as president and Donald Trump does not. We therefore support her election to be president." Republicans speak out against Trump The letter criticises Trump for fostering chaos in government, prioritising personal interests over national ones, and undermining US democracy—citing his role in the January 6 Capitol attack and his dealings with authoritarian leaders like Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. Also read | US election | A difference in political leaning: Tesla, SpaceX workers donate to Harris while Musk backs Trump "We firmly oppose the election of Donald Trump. As president, he promoted daily chaos in government, praised our enemies and undermined our allies, politicised the military and disparaged our veterans, prioritized his personal interest above American interests, and betrayed our values, democracy, and this country's founding document," added the letter. The group also highlighted Democratic Party presidential candidate Harris' commitment to NATO, and Israel, and her willingness to work across the aisle, including a pledge to appoint Republicans to her administration. This endorsement follows a growing trend of Republicans, like former congressperson Barbara Comstock and former Trump aides, crossing party lines to back Harris ahead of the election. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump 'unfit to serve': Over 100 Republican ex-officials endorse Kamala Harris' presidential bid

<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}">Donald Trump&nbsp;made a bold statement about the two assassination attempts he has faced. The former US president, who is vying for a second term in the White House, while campaigning on Tuesday (Sep 17) boasted that "only consequential presidents get shot at".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:84,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1925}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:84,&quot;w&quot;:396,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1925}">'You wonder why I get shot at, right?'</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:128,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1969}">Speaking at his first campaign event since the shooting at his golf course in Florida, Trump drew a link between the foiled assassination bid against him and his pledge to slap heavy tariffs on imports of cars from Mexico and China.</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}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:177,&quot;w&quot;:792,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:177,&quot;w&quot;:792,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-former-us-president-safe-and-well-after-second-attempt-in-two-months-758913">'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2067}">"And then you wonder why I get shot at, right? You know, only consequential presidents get shot at," Trump said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}">Depicting himself as a saviour of the US auto industry which is in competition with foreign companies, he said,&nbsp;"If a tragedy happens, and we don't win, there will be zero car jobs, manufacturing jobs, it will all be out of here."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:311,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2152}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:311,&quot;w&quot;:225,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2152}">Trump praises Harris</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:355,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2196}">Also at the event, Donald Trump praised his political rival, the Democratic Party presidential candidate Kamala Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:387,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2228}">He said that she made a call to check up on him after the thwarted assassination attempt and that the Vice President "could not have been nicer".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:436,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2277}">Harris, who was campaigning in Pennsylvania, another swing state, in an interview with the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) said, "I checked on him to see if he was OK. And I told him what I have said publicly -- there's no place for political violence in our country."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:436,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2277}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-says-will-meet-fantastic-indian-pm-narendra-modi-next-week-759639">Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:506,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2347}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:506,&quot;w&quot;:414,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2347}">Who does Trump blame for the attack?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:550,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2391}">Even as he praised her for reaching out Trump has indirectly blamed Harris and US President Joe Biden. He has said that the would-be shooter was a follower of what he labelled as Biden and Harris' rhetoric that insists Trump is a threat to the US democracy.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:616,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2457}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:616,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2457}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Donald Trump made a bold statement about the two assassination attempts he has faced. The former US president, who is vying for a second term in the White House, while campaigning on Tuesday (Sep 17) boasted that "only consequential presidents get shot at".

Donald Trump made a bold statement about the two assassination attempts he has faced. The former US president, who is vying for a second term in the White House, while campaigning on Tuesday (Sep 17) boasted that "only consequential presidents get shot at". 'You wonder why I get shot at, right?' Speaking at his first campaign event since the shooting at his golf course in Florida, Trump drew a link between the foiled assassination bid against him and his pledge to slap heavy tariffs on imports of cars from Mexico and China. Also read | 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months "And then you wonder why I get shot at, right? You know, only consequential presidents get shot at," Trump said. Depicting himself as a saviour of the US auto industry which is in competition with foreign companies, he said, "If a tragedy happens, and we don't win, there will be zero car jobs, manufacturing jobs, it will all be out of here." Trump praises Harris Also at the event, Donald Trump praised his political rival, the Democratic Party presidential candidate Kamala Harris. He said that she made a call to check up on him after the thwarted assassination attempt and that the Vice President "could not have been nicer". Harris, who was campaigning in Pennsylvania, another swing state, in an interview with the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) said, "I checked on him to see if he was OK. And I told him what I have said publicly -- there's no place for political violence in our country." Also read | Donald Trump says will meet 'fantastic' Indian PM Narendra Modi next week Who does Trump blame for the attack? Even as he praised her for reaching out Trump has indirectly blamed Harris and US President Joe Biden. He has said that the would-be shooter was a follower of what he labelled as Biden and Harris' rhetoric that insists Trump is a threat to the US democracy. (With inputs from agencies)

'Only consequential presidents get shot at,' boasts Trump after second assassination attempt

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1892}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:267,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1892}">Donald Trump assassination attempt:</strong> 58-year-old Ryan Routh, the suspect arrested for an attempt to assassinate Donald Trump at his golf course in Florida, laid in wait for nearly 12 hours, suggest reports.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1941}">A day after, he was spotted with a rifle in the vicinity of the former US president, Routh, on Monday (Sep 16) was charged with two gun-related crimes.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:114,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1991}">The suspect did not fire any shots but was arrested while escaping the police. The Marin County Sheriff's Office has released a video of the arrest. You can watch it here:</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:354,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:354,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:354,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-former-us-president-safe-and-well-after-second-attempt-in-two-months-758913">'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:404,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2281}">&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:326,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2163}">This was the second attempt on Trump's life in two months. Previously, the Republican presidential candidate for the 2024 US Elections was shot at in an alleged assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July&nbsp;13.</p>

<p>At the time, he narrowly escaped the attack as the bullet grazed his right ear. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, as per the FBI, saw the Trump rally as a "target of opportunity".</p>

<h2><strong>'All of a sudden we heard shots': Trump shares details about the assassination attempt</strong></h2>

<p>Sharing details about the assassination attempt, Trump during an event on X revealed that 'the suspect fired "four or five" shots.</p>

<p>"All of a sudden we heard shots being fired in the air. I guess probably four or five."</p>

<p>Commending secret services on a "fantastic job" Trump said more people are needed on his protection detail.</p>

<p>"Secret Service knew immediately it was bullets, and they grabbed me. ... We got into the carts and we moved along pretty, pretty good. I was with an agent, and the agent did a fantastic job."</p>

<p>"We do need more people on my detail," he added.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-attempt-on-his-life-758930">Donald Trump assassination attempt: 5 things you need to know</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>The suspect hid for 12 hours</strong></h2>

<p>According to a Reuters report, records show that a phone associated with the suspect Ryan Routh was located at Trump's golf course at least 11.5 hours before the incident — starting at 1:59 a.m. (0559 GMT) on Sunday morning.</p>

<p>Ronald Rowe, the acting US Secret Service Director, told reporters that the Republican presidential candidate's visit to the Trump International Golf Course was not planned, and it was unclear whether the suspect knew Trump would be there.</p>

<p>The suspect was on the "public side" of the fence along the golf course's boundary.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Donald Trump assassination attempt: 58-year-old Ryan Routh, the suspect arrested for an attempt to assassinate Donald Trump at his golf course in Florida, laid in wait for nearly 12 hours, suggest reports.

Donald Trump assassination attempt: 58-year-old Ryan Routh, the suspect arrested for an attempt to assassinate Donald Trump at his golf course in Florida, laid in wait for nearly 12 hours, suggest reports. A day after, he was spotted with a rifle in the vicinity of the former US president, Routh, on Monday (Sep 16) was charged with two gun-related crimes. The suspect did not fire any shots but was arrested while escaping the police. The Marin County Sheriff's Office has released a video of the arrest. You can watch it here: NEW: The Martin County Sheriff’s Office has released body cam footage of the arrest of Ryan Wesley Routh along I-95 yesterday, after what the FBI calls an apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/jUOs76sgvy — Manuel Bojorquez (@BojorquezCBS) September 16, 2024 × Also read | 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months This was the second attempt on Trump's life in two months. Previously, the Republican presidential candidate for the 2024 US Elections was shot at in an alleged assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. At the time, he narrowly escaped the attack as the bullet grazed his right ear. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, as per the FBI, saw the Trump rally as a "target of opportunity". 'All of a sudden we heard shots': Trump shares details about the assassination attempt Sharing details about the assassination attempt, Trump during an event on X revealed that 'the suspect fired "four or five" shots. "All of a sudden we heard shots being fired in the air. I guess probably four or five." Commending secret services on a "fantastic job" Trump said more people are needed on his protection detail. "Secret Service knew immediately it was bullets, and they grabbed me. ... We got into the carts and we moved along pretty, pretty good. I was with an agent, and the agent did a fantastic job." "We do need more people on my detail," he added. Also read | Donald Trump assassination attempt: 5 things you need to know The suspect hid for 12 hours According to a Reuters report, records show that a phone associated with the suspect Ryan Routh was located at Trump's golf course at least 11.5 hours before the incident — starting at 1:59 a.m. (0559 GMT) on Sunday morning. Ronald Rowe, the acting US Secret Service Director, told reporters that the Republican presidential candidate's visit to the Trump International Golf Course was not planned, and it was unclear whether the suspect knew Trump would be there. The suspect was on the "public side" of the fence along the golf course's boundary. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump assassination attempt: Suspect laid in wait for 12hrs; police release bodycam footage of arrest. Watch!

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1892}">Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt — the second in two months — as on Sunday (Sep 15) in Florida, a gunman opened fire "in his vicinity" using an AK-47 style rifle.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1941}">The former US President was safe and unharmed after the apparent attempt on his life and the suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, has been detained.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1995}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:181,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1995}">What happened?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2039}">Trump had been golfing at his golf course, the&nbsp;Trump International Golf Club, in West Palm Beach, Florida, not far from his Mar-a-Lago residence, when the incident happened.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2039}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-ryan-wesley-routh-the-man-who-attempted-to-assassinate-donald-trump-758918">Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2089}">As per reports, the gunman was hiding in some bushes near the property line of the golf course when Secret Service agents, who were clearing holes ahead of where Trump was playing, spotted a rifle barrel in the bushes.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2156}">Secret Service agents engaged the gunman and fired at least four rounds of ammunition around 1:30 pm (1730 GMT).&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:329,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2206}">Following this, the gunman dropped his rifle, along with two backpacks and other items, and fled in a black Nissan car.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:378,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2255}">However, as per the sheriff's office, a witness saw the gunman and managed to take photos of his car and license plate. The would-be assassin was spotted about 400 to 500 yards (around 365 to 457 meters) from where Trump was playing, said Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:445,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2322}">"The Secret Service did exactly what should have been done. They provided exactly what the protection should have been. And their agent did a fantastic job," added Bradshaw.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:495,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2372}">This was the second attempt on Trump's life in as many months.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:495,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2372}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-presidential-election-i-hate-you-taylor-swift-says-donald-trump-after-singer-endorses-kamala-harris-758901">US presidential election: ‘I hate Taylor Swift,’ says Donald Trump after singer endorses Kamala Harris</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:531,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2408}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:531,&quot;w&quot;:374,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2408}">'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Trump</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:576,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2453}">In a message on his fundraising&nbsp;website, Donald Trump said,&nbsp;"Fear not! I am safe and well, and no one was hurt. Thank God!"</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1369,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3246}">"Nothing will slow me down. I will NEVER SURRENDER!" he added.</p>

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There is an active investigation into this incident as law enforcement gathers more details about what happened.</p>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1672,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3549}">"As I have said many times, there is no place for political violence or for any violence ever in our country, and I have directed my team to continue to ensure that the Secret Service has every resource, capability and protective measure necessary to ensure the former President’s continued safety," he added in a subsequent post.</p>

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— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:449,&quot;y&quot;:1915,&quot;w&quot;:117,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:482,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3792}" href="https://twitter.com/VP/status/1835403813475570113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 15, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt — the second in two months — as on Sunday (Sep 15) in Florida, a gunman opened fire "in his vicinity" using an AK-47 style rifle.

Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt — the second in two months — as on Sunday (Sep 15) in Florida, a gunman opened fire "in his vicinity" using an AK-47 style rifle. The former US President was safe and unharmed after the apparent attempt on his life and the suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, has been detained. What happened? Trump had been golfing at his golf course, the Trump International Golf Club, in West Palm Beach, Florida, not far from his Mar-a-Lago residence, when the incident happened. Also read | Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump As per reports, the gunman was hiding in some bushes near the property line of the golf course when Secret Service agents, who were clearing holes ahead of where Trump was playing, spotted a rifle barrel in the bushes. Secret Service agents engaged the gunman and fired at least four rounds of ammunition around 1:30 pm (1730 GMT). Following this, the gunman dropped his rifle, along with two backpacks and other items, and fled in a black Nissan car. However, as per the sheriff's office, a witness saw the gunman and managed to take photos of his car and license plate. The would-be assassin was spotted about 400 to 500 yards (around 365 to 457 meters) from where Trump was playing, said Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw. "The Secret Service did exactly what should have been done. They provided exactly what the protection should have been. And their agent did a fantastic job," added Bradshaw. This was the second attempt on Trump's life in as many months. Also read | US presidential election: ‘I hate Taylor Swift,’ says Donald Trump after singer endorses Kamala Harris 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Trump In a message on his fundraising website, Donald Trump said, "Fear not! I am safe and well, and no one was hurt. Thank God!" In an email to his supporters, Trump said: "There were gunshots in my vicinity, but before rumours start spiralling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I AM SAFE AND WELL!" "Nothing will slow me down. I will NEVER SURRENDER!" he added. Harris, Biden 'relieved' In a statement on social media platform X, US President Joe Biden said he was "relieved that the former president is unarmed". I am relieved that the former President is unharmed. There is an active investigation into this incident as law enforcement gathers more details about what happened. — President Biden (@POTUS) September 16, 2024 × "As I have said many times, there is no place for political violence or for any violence ever in our country, and I have directed my team to continue to ensure that the Secret Service has every resource, capability and protective measure necessary to ensure the former President’s continued safety," he added in a subsequent post. Vice President Kamala Harris also said she was "glad he (Trump) is safe" and stated that "Violence has no place in America." I have been briefed on reports of gunshots fired near former President Trump and his property in Florida, and I am glad he is safe. Violence has no place in America. — Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) September 15, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1701}">Elon Musk has done it again. The Tesla, SpaceX CEO has once again courted controversy by questioning why "no one is even trying" to assassinate US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Musk's latest controversial statement comes just hours after former US president Donald Trump's second assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:99,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1786}"><strong>'Unhinged'</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1818}">Elon Musk on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) replied to a post by user DogeDesigner that said "Why they want to kill Donald Trump" and said: "And no one is even trying to assassinate Biden/Kamala" along with a thinking face emoji.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:198,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1885}">On Sunday (Sep 15) former US president Donald Trump became the target of what the FBI described as an apparent assassination attempt while he was playing golf at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:198,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1885}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-attempt-on-his-life-758930">Donald Trump assassination attempt: 5 things you need to know about the attempt on his life</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:265,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1952}">The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, allegedly pointed an AK-47-style rifle at Trump from about 400-500 yards away but was quickly stopped by Secret Service agents. Routh fled the scene but was later apprehended by law enforcement.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:332,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2019}">Posted mere hours after the incident that could've turned tragic, Elon Musk's comment has rightfully courted controversy.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:446,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}">One user pointed out that Musk's post is "literally incitement," while another commented, "I would reconsider this post. Shit's getting out of hand. We need to unite."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:446,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}">To this, Musk replied that he was merely trying to make the point that "No one has even tried to do so (assassinate Biden or Harris)".</p>

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— DemsMight 🇺🇸 (@demsmight) <a href="https://twitter.com/demsmight/status/1835482721302548613?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-former-us-president-safe-and-well-after-second-attempt-in-two-months-758913">'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months</a></strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">No one has even tried to do so is the point I’m making and no one will</p>
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<p>Calling his post "unhinged and dangerous" users slammed him and commented "This isn't a contest... This should not happen to anybody... That should be your stance" and said,&nbsp;"You're disgusting."</p>

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<p>As one user pointed out Elon Musk's post questioning why there have been no assassination attempts, agents Biden and Harris could be considered incitement. A few users have even tagged the US Secret Service and FBI in the comments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Is incitement a punishable offence in the US? Yes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Title 18 of the US Codes states that anyone persuading another to use, or threaten, the use of&nbsp;physical force against another person can be held liable and can be imprisoned for up to 10 years, fined or both. However, if the crime solicited is punishable by life imprisonment or death, the person can be sent to prison for a maximum of 20 years.</p>

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Elon Musk has done it again. The Tesla, SpaceX CEO has once again courted controversy by questioning why "no one is even trying" to assassinate US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Elon Musk has done it again. The Tesla, SpaceX CEO has once again courted controversy by questioning why "no one is even trying" to assassinate US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Musk's latest controversial statement comes just hours after former US president Donald Trump's second assassination attempt. 'Unhinged' Elon Musk on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) replied to a post by user DogeDesigner that said "Why they want to kill Donald Trump" and said: "And no one is even trying to assassinate Biden/Kamala" along with a thinking face emoji. On Sunday (Sep 15) former US president Donald Trump became the target of what the FBI described as an apparent assassination attempt while he was playing golf at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. Also read | Donald Trump assassination attempt: 5 things you need to know about the attempt on his life The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, allegedly pointed an AK-47-style rifle at Trump from about 400-500 yards away but was quickly stopped by Secret Service agents. Routh fled the scene but was later apprehended by law enforcement. Posted mere hours after the incident that could've turned tragic, Elon Musk's comment has rightfully courted controversy. Netizens react Reacting to Elon Musk's post, netizens pointed out, "Nobody should be trying to assassinate anyone." One user pointed out that Musk's post is "literally incitement," while another commented, "I would reconsider this post. Shit's getting out of hand. We need to unite." To this, Musk replied that he was merely trying to make the point that "No one has even tried to do so (assassinate Biden or Harris)". This is literally incitement. — DemsMight 🇺🇸 (@demsmight) September 16, 2024 × Also read | 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months No one has even tried to do so is the point I’m making and no one will — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 16, 2024 × Calling his post "unhinged and dangerous" users slammed him and commented "This isn't a contest... This should not happen to anybody... That should be your stance" and said, "You're disgusting." Others posted "Elon Musk is wondering why more people aren't trying to assassinate Joe and Kamala? Seems like a pretty messed up thing to even bring up" and urged the eccentric billionaire to "get help". Elon Musk is wondering why more people aren't trying to assassinate Joe and Kamala? Seems like a pretty messed up thing to even bring up. — Devin Duke (@sirDukeDevin) September 16, 2024 × US laws: Can Musk's post be considered incitement? As one user pointed out Elon Musk's post questioning why there have been no assassination attempts, agents Biden and Harris could be considered incitement. A few users have even tagged the US Secret Service and FBI in the comments. Is incitement a punishable offence in the US? Yes. Title 18 of the US Codes states that anyone persuading another to use, or threaten, the use of physical force against another person can be held liable and can be imprisoned for up to 10 years, fined or both. However, if the crime solicited is punishable by life imprisonment or death, the person can be sent to prison for a maximum of 20 years. (With inputs from agencies)

Musk 'inciting' people to assassinate Harris, Biden? Tesla CEO asks why 'no one is even trying' to target them

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1701}">Former US president Donald Trump was reported safe after an assassination attempt while he was playing golf at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday (Sep 15).&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:81,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1768}">The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, allegedly pointed an AK-47-style rifle at Trump from about 400-500 yards away but was quickly stopped by Secret Service agents. Routh fled the scene but was later apprehended by law enforcement.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:148,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1835}">Here are five things you need to know about the assassination attempt:</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:181,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1868}"><strong>Why was Trump targeted?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:213,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1900}">As of now, the motive behind the&nbsp;assassination attempt is not known.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:245,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1932}">Trump's visibility as a 2024 Republican presidential candidate has made him a high-profile target.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:245,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1932}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-assassination-attempt-former-us-president-safe-and-well-after-second-attempt-in-two-months-758913">'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:278,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1965}">This was the second attempt on Trump's life in two months. Previously, the Republican presidential candidate for the 2024 US Elections was shot at in an alleged assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July&nbsp;13.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:345,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2032}">At the time, he narrowly escaped the attack as the bullet grazed his right ear. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, as per the FBI, saw the Trump rally as a "target of opportunity".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2081}"><strong>Who is the suspect?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:427,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2114}">The suspect has been identified as Ryan Wesley Routh. While Routh attempted to flee the scene, he was captured in a neighbouring county.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:476,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2163}">According to reports, Routh, the would-be assassin, has a troubling criminal history. According to AP, he was previously convicted in 2002 for possessing a weapon of mass destruction, a charge linked to a stand-off with North Carolina police involving a fully automatic machine gun.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:543,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2230}">Authorities say that, on Sunday, Routh was positioned 400 to 500 yards away from Trump, hiding in shrubbery while aiming the weapon. Two backpacks and a GoPro camera were found at the scene, but the motive remains unclear.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:610,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2297}"><strong>How did the incident unfold?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:643,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2330}">Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw revealed that Trump was playing on the course when Secret Service agents noticed Routh.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:692,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2379}">When people hide in the shrubbery, "they're pretty much out of sight," said Bradshaw. However, the agents spotted the barrel of the rifle peeking out.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:742,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2429}">The situation escalated quickly, with the Secret Service responding immediately.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:742,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2429}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-ryan-wesley-routh-the-man-who-attempted-to-assassinate-donald-trump-758918">Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:774,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2461}"><strong>What has Trump said?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:807,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2494}">Trump addressed the incident directly, reassuring supporters via email,&nbsp;"There were gunshots in my vicinity, but before rumours start spiralling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I AM SAFE AND WELL!"&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:856,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2543}">His running mate, JD Vance and Senator Lindsey Graham confirmed that Trump was in "good spirits" after the event. Fox News host Sean Hannity, a close confidant, recounted a conversation with Trump's golfing partner, Steve Witkoff, who said Secret Service agents quickly shielded the former president and whisked him away in a reinforced golf cart.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:941,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2628}">In true Trump fashion, he later quipped that he regretted not finishing his round, as he "was even and had a birdie putt".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:990,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2677}"><strong>What did the White House say?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1023,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2710}">The White House has confirmed that US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris&nbsp;were being kept updated on the investigation. The two leaders extended&nbsp;their message of relief that Trump had not been harmed.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1090,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2777}">In a statement on X,&nbsp;Biden said he was "relieved that the former president is unarmed".</p>

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There is an active investigation into this incident as law enforcement gathers more details about what happened.</p>
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Former US president Donald Trump was reported safe after an assassination attempt while he was playing golf at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday (Sep 15).

Former US president Donald Trump was reported safe after an assassination attempt while he was playing golf at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida on Sunday (Sep 15). The suspect, identified as Ryan Wesley Routh, allegedly pointed an AK-47-style rifle at Trump from about 400-500 yards away but was quickly stopped by Secret Service agents. Routh fled the scene but was later apprehended by law enforcement. Here are five things you need to know about the assassination attempt: Why was Trump targeted? As of now, the motive behind the assassination attempt is not known. Trump's visibility as a 2024 Republican presidential candidate has made him a high-profile target. Also read | 'I will NEVER SURRENDER': Donald Trump 'safe and well' after second assassination attempt in two months This was the second attempt on Trump's life in two months. Previously, the Republican presidential candidate for the 2024 US Elections was shot at in an alleged assassination attempt during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. At the time, he narrowly escaped the attack as the bullet grazed his right ear. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, as per the FBI, saw the Trump rally as a "target of opportunity". Who is the suspect? The suspect has been identified as Ryan Wesley Routh. While Routh attempted to flee the scene, he was captured in a neighbouring county. According to reports, Routh, the would-be assassin, has a troubling criminal history. According to AP, he was previously convicted in 2002 for possessing a weapon of mass destruction, a charge linked to a stand-off with North Carolina police involving a fully automatic machine gun. Authorities say that, on Sunday, Routh was positioned 400 to 500 yards away from Trump, hiding in shrubbery while aiming the weapon. Two backpacks and a GoPro camera were found at the scene, but the motive remains unclear. How did the incident unfold? Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw revealed that Trump was playing on the course when Secret Service agents noticed Routh. When people hide in the shrubbery, "they're pretty much out of sight," said Bradshaw. However, the agents spotted the barrel of the rifle peeking out. The situation escalated quickly, with the Secret Service responding immediately. Also read | Who is Ryan Wesley Routh, the man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump What has Trump said? Trump addressed the incident directly, reassuring supporters via email, "There were gunshots in my vicinity, but before rumours start spiralling out of control, I wanted you to hear this first: I AM SAFE AND WELL!" His running mate, JD Vance and Senator Lindsey Graham confirmed that Trump was in "good spirits" after the event. Fox News host Sean Hannity, a close confidant, recounted a conversation with Trump's golfing partner, Steve Witkoff, who said Secret Service agents quickly shielded the former president and whisked him away in a reinforced golf cart. In true Trump fashion, he later quipped that he regretted not finishing his round, as he "was even and had a birdie putt". What did the White House say? The White House has confirmed that US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were being kept updated on the investigation. The two leaders extended their message of relief that Trump had not been harmed. In a statement on X, Biden said he was "relieved that the former president is unarmed". I am relieved that the former President is unharmed. There is an active investigation into this incident as law enforcement gathers more details about what happened. — President Biden (@POTUS) September 16, 2024 × "As I have said many times, there is no place for political violence or for any violence ever in our country, and I have directed my team to continue to ensure that the Secret Service has every resource, capability and protective measure necessary to ensure the former President’s continued safety," he added in a subsequent post. Harris also said she was "glad he (Trump) is safe" and stated that "Violence has no place in America." I have been briefed on reports of gunshots fired near former President Trump and his property in Florida, and I am glad he is safe. Violence has no place in America. — Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) September 15, 2024 × (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump assassination attempt: 5 things you need to know

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1952}">Tim Walz slammed Donald Trump as "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" in a speech on Saturday (Sep&nbsp;14), a phrase inspired by a track from singer-songwriter Taylor Swift's album <em>The Tortured Poets Department.</em></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2001}">This playful jab came as Minnesota Governor Walz, Kamala Harris' vice-presidential running mate, addressed a crowd in Superior, Wisconsin, ahead of the 2024 presidential election.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2055}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:209,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2055}">What did Walz say?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}">During the speech, Walz shared a life lesson about surrounding oneself with intelligent women like his wife and Taylor Swift.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2149}">"Here's my life hack for all the guys out there," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2181}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:704,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2181}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:704,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2181}" data-ved="2ahUKEwjJxsTrv8SIAxXuia8BHcJJCSQQxfQBKAB6BAgREAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taylor-swift-endorses-kamala-harris-after-presidential-debate-757651" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/taylor-swift-endorses-kamala-harris-after-presidential-debate-757651&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjJxsTrv8SIAxXuia8BHcJJCSQQxfQBKAB6BAgREAE">Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris after presidential debate with Donald Trump, takes potshot at JD Vance</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:294,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}">"Surround yourself with smart women and listen to them, and you'll do just fine. That includes my fellow cat owner Taylor Swift, too, by the way."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:344,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2281}">"It's really great to have all of these women help us beat the smallest man in the world: Donald Trump,"&nbsp;he said to cheers and applause.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Tim Walz: Here’s my life hack for all the guys out there: surround yourself with smart women and listen to them and you’ll do just fine. That includes my fellow cat owner Taylor Swift.<br />
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<h2><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:397,&quot;w&quot;:361,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2334}">Taylor Swift endorses Harris-Walz</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:442,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2379}">Swift recently endorsed Harris-Walz for the White House after Vice President Kamala Harris debated&nbsp;with Trump on September 10.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:491,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2428}">It also follows Trump posting AI-generated images on his Truth Social, falsely suggesting Swift supported him, prompting the singer to clarify her political stance.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:541,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2478}">Taking to Instagram, the award-winning singer said that the AI-generated endorsement "really conjured up my fears around AI and the dangers of spreading misinformation."</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:673,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2610}">"I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election," she declared.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:705,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2642}">She then praised Harris, calling her "a steady-handed, gifted leader".&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:737,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2674}">"I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos," Swift wrote.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:770,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2707}">"I was so heartened and impressed by her selection of running mate @timwalz, who has been standing up for LGBTQ+ rights, IVF, and a woman's right to her own body for decades," she added, signing the post "Childless Cat Lady," a dig at Trump's running mate JD Vance.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:837,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2774}">Swift's backing, which she shared with her 238 million Instagram followers, sparked a surge of 400,000 new voter registrations.&nbsp;</p>

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Tim Walz slammed Donald Trump as "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" in a speech on Saturday (Sep 14), a phrase inspired by a track from singer-songwriter Taylor Swift's album The Tortured Poets Department.

Tim Walz slammed Donald Trump as "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" in a speech on Saturday (Sep 14), a phrase inspired by a track from singer-songwriter Taylor Swift's album The Tortured Poets Department. This playful jab came as Minnesota Governor Walz, Kamala Harris' vice-presidential running mate, addressed a crowd in Superior, Wisconsin, ahead of the 2024 presidential election. What did Walz say? During the speech, Walz shared a life lesson about surrounding oneself with intelligent women like his wife and Taylor Swift. "Here's my life hack for all the guys out there," he said. Also read | Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris after presidential debate with Donald Trump, takes potshot at JD Vance "Surround yourself with smart women and listen to them, and you'll do just fine. That includes my fellow cat owner Taylor Swift, too, by the way." "It's really great to have all of these women help us beat the smallest man in the world: Donald Trump," he said to cheers and applause. Tim Walz: Here’s my life hack for all the guys out there: surround yourself with smart women and listen to them and you’ll do just fine. That includes my fellow cat owner Taylor Swift. It’s really great to have all of these women help us beat the smallest man in the world..… pic.twitter.com/mA9JN2yYG2 — Acyn (@Acyn) September 14, 2024 × Taylor Swift endorses Harris-Walz Swift recently endorsed Harris-Walz for the White House after Vice President Kamala Harris debated with Trump on September 10. It also follows Trump posting AI-generated images on his Truth Social, falsely suggesting Swift supported him, prompting the singer to clarify her political stance. Taking to Instagram, the award-winning singer said that the AI-generated endorsement "really conjured up my fears around AI and the dangers of spreading misinformation." "It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth." Also read | Elon Musk's 'cheap' shot at Taylor Swift; 'I'll give you a child' "I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election," she declared. She then praised Harris, calling her "a steady-handed, gifted leader". "I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos," Swift wrote. "I was so heartened and impressed by her selection of running mate @timwalz, who has been standing up for LGBTQ+ rights, IVF, and a woman's right to her own body for decades," she added, signing the post "Childless Cat Lady," a dig at Trump's running mate JD Vance. Swift's backing, which she shared with her 238 million Instagram followers, sparked a surge of 400,000 new voter registrations. As a nod to Swift's endorsement, the Harris-Walz campaign has embraced everything Taylor Swift, even offering friendship bracelets on their campaign's online store and launching billboards with slogans like "We're In Our Kamala Era!" and "A New Way Forward… Ready For It?". (With inputs from agencies)

Tim Walz calls Trump 'the smallest man who ever lived' in Taylor Swift-inspired jab

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">A day after US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced each other in what was their first and possibly last debate before the November 2024&nbsp;presidential election, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that he didn't think that "the debate hosts were fair to" Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}">In a post on his social media platform X, Musk also acknowledged that Kamal Harris "exceeded people's expectations" with her debate performance.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}"><strong>Musk and Trump</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}">Elon Musk in recent days has emerged as a vocal Trump supporter. The X owner in his latest post said,&nbsp;"While I don’t think the debate hosts were fair to&nbsp;Donald Trump,&nbsp;Kamala Harris&nbsp;exceeded most people’s expectations tonight."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}">However, he said that despite Harris's debate performance, he believes that "when it comes to getting things done, not just saying nice-sounding words, I strongly believe that Trump will do a far better job."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-claims-debate-with-kamala-harris-was-three-on-one-alleges-bias-757658">Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias</a></strong></p>

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After…</p>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1649,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3536}">Earlier, Trump hinted at the possibility of offering SpaceX CEO Musk a prominent position in his administration if he secures a second term in the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1699,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3586}">In an interview with Reuters last month, Trump said he was interested in bringing Musk into his team, either in a Cabinet role or as an advisor.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1749,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3636}">"I would tap Musk for such a position if he would do it," Trump told Reuters after a campaign event in York, Pennsylvania.&nbsp;Responding to Trump's offer on X, Musk had said, "I am willing to serve".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1749,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3636}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vs-harris-debate-kamala-slams-trump-over-controversial-project-2025-in-historic-debate-what-is-it-757634">Trump vs Harris: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it?</a></strong></p>

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<p>Musk's allegations against the ABC News debate hosts come after the&nbsp;Republican&nbsp; presidential candidate himself cried foul.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday (Sep 10), after facing VP Harris&nbsp;in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches, Trump alleged that the moderators of the ABC News debate were working against him.</p>

<p>Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE".</p>

<p>"I thought that was my best Debate, EVER, especially since it was THREE ON ONE!"</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:398,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2235}"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A day after US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced each other in what was their first and possibly last debate before the November 2024 presidential election, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that he didn't think that "the debate hosts were fair to" Trump.

A day after US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced each other in what was their first and possibly last debate before the November 2024 presidential election, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that he didn't think that "the debate hosts were fair to" Trump. In a post on his social media platform X, Musk also acknowledged that Kamal Harris "exceeded people's expectations" with her debate performance. Musk and Trump Elon Musk in recent days has emerged as a vocal Trump supporter. The X owner in his latest post said, "While I don’t think the debate hosts were fair to Donald Trump, Kamala Harris exceeded most people’s expectations tonight." However, he said that despite Harris's debate performance, he believes that "when it comes to getting things done, not just saying nice-sounding words, I strongly believe that Trump will do a far better job." Also read | Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias "After all, if Kamala can do great things, why hasn’t she? Biden rarely shows up for work, so she’s basically in charge already. The question comes down to this: do you want current trends to continue for 4 more years or do you want change?," he questioned. While I don’t think the debate hosts were fair to @realDonaldTrump, @KamalaHarris exceeded most people’s expectations tonight. That said, when it comes to getting things done, not just saying nice-sounding words, I strongly believe that Trump will do a far better job. After… — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 11, 2024 × Earlier, Trump hinted at the possibility of offering SpaceX CEO Musk a prominent position in his administration if he secures a second term in the White House. In an interview with Reuters last month, Trump said he was interested in bringing Musk into his team, either in a Cabinet role or as an advisor. "I would tap Musk for such a position if he would do it," Trump told Reuters after a campaign event in York, Pennsylvania. Responding to Trump's offer on X, Musk had said, "I am willing to serve". Also read | Trump vs Harris: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it? Trump cries foul Musk's allegations against the ABC News debate hosts come after the Republican presidential candidate himself cried foul. On Tuesday (Sep 10), after facing VP Harris in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches, Trump alleged that the moderators of the ABC News debate were working against him. Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE". "I thought that was my best Debate, EVER, especially since it was THREE ON ONE!" (With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk claims debate hosts weren't 'fair' to Trump; says Harris 'exceeded expectations'

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1891}">As US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced-off each other in a historic debate on Tuesday (Sep 10), the Democratic presidential candidate Harris slammed Trump for his involvement in "Project 2025".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1958}">The 922-page controversial policy proposals emerged as a topic of contention between the two political rivals, with Trump once again denying knowledge or involvement in the drafting of the document.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2007}">But what is Project 2025? Here's everything you need to know:</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:167,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2043}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:167,&quot;w&quot;:132,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2043}">Project 2025</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2088}">The over 900-page document has been around since early 2023. In recent months, the campaign teams of Biden and now Harris have made concerted efforts to raise awareness about the document. They are turning it into a symbol of the hard-right political shift that another term of the Trump government may bring.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2155}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2155}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2155}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-vs-kamala-harris-what-to-expect-from-the-historic-debate-757602">Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: What to expect from the historic presidential debate</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:329,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2205}">Project 2025 is a sweeping blueprint published by a hard-right think tank and seeks to remake the federal government in Trump's image, reports AFP.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:378,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2254}">The project is a collaboration of dozens of conservative organisations, overseen by the Heritage Foundation, which is independent of the Trump campaign — a fact both Project 2025 and Trump have emphasised.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:428,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2304}">It has been characterised as an authoritarian, right-wing wish list by critics and proof that Trump would adopt such policies if elected.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:478,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2354}">Biden himself has commented, "Project 2025 will destroy America."</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;:2386}">The 'Project 2025' as per Reuters advocates expanding presidential powers, making mailing abortion pills over state lines illegal, criminalising pornography, eliminating the Department of Education, eliminating environmental regulations and cracking down on programmes to boost diversity in the workplace.</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;:2453}">It calls for a makeover of almost every function of the US federal government, to centralise power in the White House while pushing right-wing policies on topics ranging from abortion to immigration.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:627,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2503}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiQ79zXh7qIAxUi1zgGHe8qNfQQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiQ79zXh7qIAxUi1zgGHe8qNfQQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE">'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show'</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:680,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2556}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:680,&quot;w&quot;:389,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2556}">Trump's Involvement in Project 2025</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:725,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2601}">During the debate against Kamala Harris, Trump once again attempted to distance himself from the hard-right Project 2025. This is even though some of his closest policy advisers and those likely to take high-ranking positions in his administration — if Trump wins — are heavily involved in the project.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:792,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2668}">In July and in August, Trump on&nbsp;Truth Social said he has "nothing to do" with it.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1165,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3041}">"I have not seen it, have no idea who is in charge of it, and, unlike our very well-received Republican Platform, had nothing to do with it," posted the former US president.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1214,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:86,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3090}">Despite his denial of involvement, many of his remarks at rallies and his video statement on his Agenda 47 website&nbsp;are indistinguishable from many of the extreme proposals listed in Project 25 handbooks. An example of this is how the plan envisages mass deportation of undocumented migrants — a pledge Trump has made at his many rallies and something he even mentioned during the ABC News debate on Tuesday (Sep 10).</p>

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As US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced-off each other in a historic debate on Tuesday (Sep 10), the Democratic presidential candidate Harris slammed Trump for his involvement in "Project 2025".

As US Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced-off each other in a historic debate on Tuesday (Sep 10), the Democratic presidential candidate Harris slammed Trump for his involvement in "Project 2025". The 922-page controversial policy proposals emerged as a topic of contention between the two political rivals, with Trump once again denying knowledge or involvement in the drafting of the document. But what is Project 2025? Here's everything you need to know: Project 2025 The over 900-page document has been around since early 2023. In recent months, the campaign teams of Biden and now Harris have made concerted efforts to raise awareness about the document. They are turning it into a symbol of the hard-right political shift that another term of the Trump government may bring. Also read | Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: What to expect from the historic presidential debate Project 2025 is a sweeping blueprint published by a hard-right think tank and seeks to remake the federal government in Trump's image, reports AFP. The project is a collaboration of dozens of conservative organisations, overseen by the Heritage Foundation, which is independent of the Trump campaign — a fact both Project 2025 and Trump have emphasised. It has been characterised as an authoritarian, right-wing wish list by critics and proof that Trump would adopt such policies if elected. Biden himself has commented, "Project 2025 will destroy America." The 'Project 2025' as per Reuters advocates expanding presidential powers, making mailing abortion pills over state lines illegal, criminalising pornography, eliminating the Department of Education, eliminating environmental regulations and cracking down on programmes to boost diversity in the workplace. It calls for a makeover of almost every function of the US federal government, to centralise power in the White House while pushing right-wing policies on topics ranging from abortion to immigration. Also read | 'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show' Trump's Involvement in Project 2025 During the debate against Kamala Harris, Trump once again attempted to distance himself from the hard-right Project 2025. This is even though some of his closest policy advisers and those likely to take high-ranking positions in his administration — if Trump wins — are heavily involved in the project. In July and in August, Trump on Truth Social said he has "nothing to do" with it. × × "I have not seen it, have no idea who is in charge of it, and, unlike our very well-received Republican Platform, had nothing to do with it," posted the former US president. Despite his denial of involvement, many of his remarks at rallies and his video statement on his Agenda 47 website are indistinguishable from many of the extreme proposals listed in Project 25 handbooks. An example of this is how the plan envisages mass deportation of undocumented migrants — a pledge Trump has made at his many rallies and something he even mentioned during the ABC News debate on Tuesday (Sep 10). (With inputs from agencies)

Trump vs Harris: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it?

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:171,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Trump vs Harris debate:</strong> On Tuesday (Sep 10) Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and&nbsp; Democratic Party presidential candidate Kamala Harris faced-off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}">There are many moments that made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1968}">Here are the highlights from the September 10 ABC News presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}">Right off the bat, zingers were flying as responding to the question if she believes Americans were better off today than they were four years ago, Harris talked of her plans to help families and small businesses while Trump, she alleged, will provide a tax cut for "billionaires and big corporations".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:296,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:296,&quot;w&quot;:716,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:296,&quot;w&quot;:716,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vs-harris-debate-kamala-slams-trump-over-controversial-project-2025-in-historic-debate-what-is-it-757634">Trump vs Harris debate: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it?</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:346,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2183}">"Let's talk about what Donald Trump left us. Donald Trump left us the worst unemployment since the great depression. Donald Trump left us the worst public health epidemic in a century. Donald Trump left us the worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War. And what we have done is clean up Donald Trump's mess," said Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:430,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2267}">She also slammed Trump for the hard-right Republican "playbook," the 922 page 'Project 2025'. However, Trump denied involvement and said he has no knowledge of it.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:480,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2317}">Trump, meanwhile, said Kamala was merely 'copying' Biden's economic plans.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:512,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2349}">"She doesn't have a plan. She copied Biden's plan, and it's like four sentences... four sentences that are just, 'Oh, we'll try and lower taxes.' She doesn't have a plan," he said.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:566,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2403}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:566,&quot;w&quot;:259,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2403}">On Reproduction Rights</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:610,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2447}">A central topic to the 2024 US Presidential Elections, reproduction rights, were discussed at the debate.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:643,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2480}">Harris slammed Trump for his boasting about being responsible for the overturning of Roe V Wade.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:675,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2512}">Trump, in turn, repeated his false claims about abortion in the ninth month of pregnancy and after delivery, a comment that was even corrected by the debate hosts.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:757,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2594}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:757,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2594}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:757,&quot;w&quot;:686,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2594}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-vs-kamala-harris-what-to-expect-from-the-historic-debate-757602">Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: What to expect from the historic presidential debate</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:757,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2594}">Kamala said that Trump, if elected, would enforce an all-out ban on abortion and&nbsp;said that his abortion policy was 'insulting to the women of America'.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:757,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2594}">This was refuted by Trump, who said abortion rules were&nbsp;up to the states, but refused to accept or deny if he would veto an extensive abortion plan as President.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:855,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2692}">Donald Trump once again refused to accept his defeat in the 2020 election.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:887,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2724}">When asked about his false voter fraud claims, and his recent comment seemingly conceding defeat, Trump claimed he was being sarcastic: "Look, there's so much proof. All you have to do is look at it... I got almost 75 million votes, the most votes any sitting president has ever gotten. I was told if I got 63, which was what I got in 2016, you can't be beaten the election."</p>

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Trump vs Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10) Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Party presidential candidate Kamala Harris faced-off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.

Trump vs Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10) Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Party presidential candidate Kamala Harris faced-off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches. There are many moments that made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump. Here are the highlights from the September 10 ABC News presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. On Economy Right off the bat, zingers were flying as responding to the question if she believes Americans were better off today than they were four years ago, Harris talked of her plans to help families and small businesses while Trump, she alleged, will provide a tax cut for "billionaires and big corporations". Also read | Trump vs Harris debate: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it? "Let's talk about what Donald Trump left us. Donald Trump left us the worst unemployment since the great depression. Donald Trump left us the worst public health epidemic in a century. Donald Trump left us the worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War. And what we have done is clean up Donald Trump's mess," said Harris. She also slammed Trump for the hard-right Republican "playbook," the 922 page 'Project 2025'. However, Trump denied involvement and said he has no knowledge of it. Trump, meanwhile, said Kamala was merely 'copying' Biden's economic plans. "She doesn't have a plan. She copied Biden's plan, and it's like four sentences... four sentences that are just, 'Oh, we'll try and lower taxes.' She doesn't have a plan," he said. On Reproduction Rights A central topic to the 2024 US Presidential Elections, reproduction rights, were discussed at the debate. Harris slammed Trump for his boasting about being responsible for the overturning of Roe V Wade. Trump, in turn, repeated his false claims about abortion in the ninth month of pregnancy and after delivery, a comment that was even corrected by the debate hosts. Also read | Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: What to expect from the historic presidential debate Kamala said that Trump, if elected, would enforce an all-out ban on abortion and said that his abortion policy was 'insulting to the women of America'. This was refuted by Trump, who said abortion rules were up to the states, but refused to accept or deny if he would veto an extensive abortion plan as President. Trump refuses to accept 2020 loss Donald Trump once again refused to accept his defeat in the 2020 election. When asked about his false voter fraud claims, and his recent comment seemingly conceding defeat, Trump claimed he was being sarcastic: "Look, there's so much proof. All you have to do is look at it... I got almost 75 million votes, the most votes any sitting president has ever gotten. I was told if I got 63, which was what I got in 2016, you can't be beaten the election." (With inputs from agencies)

Trump-Harris debate: Highlights, top moments from the historic US presidential debate

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10) US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will take part in their first and possibly the last face-to-face debate.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1901}">With just 56 days left before the November 5 vote, the stakes are high for both the Democratic vice president and the Republican ex-president. Tens of millions of American voters are prepared to watch what is expected to be a historic exchange of words and, given Trump's track-record: insults.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1968}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:665,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1968}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:584,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1968}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-presidential-debate-stage-set-for-first-trump-harris-showdown-in-philadelphia-757573">US presidential debate: Stage set for first Trump-Harris showdown in Philadelphia</a></strong></p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2049}">The debate is set to air on ABC News at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (0100 GMT/0630 IST Wednesday).&nbsp;Set to last 90 minutes, the debate could tip the balance of what is one of the most dramatic White House races in the US history in favour of&nbsp;one of the two candidates, who are currently neck and neck in terms of voter preference.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:345,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2182}">The stakes are higher for Harris, who not only needs to prove her might but also aid&nbsp;the Democratic Party recover from the disastrous performance of President Joe Biden at a June debate against Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:717,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:717,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2231}" data-ved="2ahUKEwjgrtTi17mIAxURzzgGHdhdE60QxfQBKAB6BAgLEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjgrtTi17mIAxURzzgGHdhdE60QxfQBKAB6BAgLEAE">'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show'</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:448,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2285}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:448,&quot;w&quot;:173,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2285}">What to expect?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:492,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2329}">Donald Trump is expected to grill Harris on issues like immigration and the economy. Harris, on the other hand, is likely to focus on reproduction rights, an issue her rival has voiced controversial statements on.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:542,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2379}">It is expected that Trump might once again attack Harris' racial identity—previously he had questioned it and alleged that she "turned black" for votes.&nbsp;He also reposted a vulgar online message suggesting she used sex to advance her career and fired off insults that play into tropes about women and Black people, calling her "weak," "dumb as a rock" and "lazy."</p>

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Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10) US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will take part in their first and possibly the last face-to-face debate.

Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10) US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will take part in their first and possibly the last face-to-face debate. With just 56 days left before the November 5 vote, the stakes are high for both the Democratic vice president and the Republican ex-president. Tens of millions of American voters are prepared to watch what is expected to be a historic exchange of words and, given Trump's track-record: insults. Also read | US presidential debate: Stage set for first Trump-Harris showdown in Philadelphia When will the Trump vs Harris debate start? The debate is set to air on ABC News at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (0100 GMT/0630 IST Wednesday). Set to last 90 minutes, the debate could tip the balance of what is one of the most dramatic White House races in the US history in favour of one of the two candidates, who are currently neck and neck in terms of voter preference. High stakes The stakes are higher for Harris, who not only needs to prove her might but also aid the Democratic Party recover from the disastrous performance of President Joe Biden at a June debate against Trump. Also read | 'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show' What to expect? Donald Trump is expected to grill Harris on issues like immigration and the economy. Harris, on the other hand, is likely to focus on reproduction rights, an issue her rival has voiced controversial statements on. It is expected that Trump might once again attack Harris' racial identity—previously he had questioned it and alleged that she "turned black" for votes. He also reposted a vulgar online message suggesting she used sex to advance her career and fired off insults that play into tropes about women and Black people, calling her "weak," "dumb as a rock" and "lazy." Harris, meanwhile, has not missed a chance to point at Trump's criminal record while calling attention to her prosecutorial background. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris debate: What to expect from the historic presidential debate

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:171,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Trump vs Harris debate:</strong> On Tuesday (Sep 10), former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1901}">Following the debate, Republican presidential candidate Trump alleged that the moderators of the ABC News debate were working against him.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:114,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1951}">Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE".</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:349,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2186}">He also posted a bunch of screenshots of public polls in which people voted for him as the winner of the Presidential debate.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:399,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2236}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:399,&quot;w&quot;:716,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2236}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:399,&quot;w&quot;:716,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2236}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-vs-harris-debate-kamala-slams-trump-over-controversial-project-2025-in-historic-debate-what-is-it-757634">Trump vs Harris debate: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it?</a></strong></p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2967}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1130,&quot;w&quot;:717,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2967}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1130,&quot;w&quot;:717,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2967}" data-ved="2ahUKEwiQ79zXh7qIAxUi1zgGHe8qNfQQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiQ79zXh7qIAxUi1zgGHe8qNfQQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE">'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show'</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1183,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3020}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1183,&quot;w&quot;:162,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3020}">Historic debate</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1228,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3065}">Trump and Harris faced-off on Tuesday (Sep 10) in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.&nbsp;There are many moments that made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1295,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3132}">Right off the bat, zingers were flying. From Trump slamming Harris's alleged lack of economic policy and merely copying President Joe Biden, to Kamala hitting&nbsp;back at him for "insulting to the women of America" by his abortion policies, the debate had memorable moments and quotes.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1362,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3199}">A make-or-break moment for the two candidates, the debate has significantly helped the Democratic Party recover from the disaster that was the Joe Biden vs Donald Trump Presidential debate.</p>

<p>Throughout the debate, Harris riled up Trump and got under his skin, as her campaign had forecast.</p>

<p>At one point, she invited people to Trump's rallies where he says bizarre things like windmills cause cancer, and from where Harris said a bored audience leave out of boredom.</p>

<p>Trump, who prides himself on the big crowds his rallies draw, was clearly riled and replied angrily, "My rallies, we have the biggest rallies, the most incredible rallies in the history of politics". He even accused Harris of busing in attendees at her rallies.</p>

<p>Trump repeatedly lost his cool, to Harris's advantage, as she commented, he lacks the "temperament" to be president.&nbsp;</p>

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Trump vs Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10), former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches.

Trump vs Harris debate: On Tuesday (Sep 10), former US President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches. Following the debate, Republican presidential candidate Trump alleged that the moderators of the ABC News debate were working against him. Taking to Truth Social, Trump said this was his "best debate ever" since it was "THREE ON ONE". "I thought that was my best Debate, EVER, especially since it was THREE ON ONE!" × He also posted a bunch of screenshots of public polls in which people voted for him as the winner of the Presidential debate. Also read | Trump vs Harris debate: Kamala slams Trump over controversial 'Project 2025' in historic debate. What is it? × × × × Also read | 'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show' Historic debate Trump and Harris faced-off on Tuesday (Sep 10) in what was undeniably a historic debate, full of power-packed verbal punches. There are many moments that made this debate historic, least of all, Harris initiating a handshake with Trump. Right off the bat, zingers were flying. From Trump slamming Harris's alleged lack of economic policy and merely copying President Joe Biden, to Kamala hitting back at him for "insulting to the women of America" by his abortion policies, the debate had memorable moments and quotes. A make-or-break moment for the two candidates, the debate has significantly helped the Democratic Party recover from the disaster that was the Joe Biden vs Donald Trump Presidential debate. Throughout the debate, Harris riled up Trump and got under his skin, as her campaign had forecast. At one point, she invited people to Trump's rallies where he says bizarre things like windmills cause cancer, and from where Harris said a bored audience leave out of boredom. Trump, who prides himself on the big crowds his rallies draw, was clearly riled and replied angrily, "My rallies, we have the biggest rallies, the most incredible rallies in the history of politics". He even accused Harris of busing in attendees at her rallies. Trump repeatedly lost his cool, to Harris's advantage, as she commented, he lacks the "temperament" to be president. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump claims debate with Kamala Harris was 'three on one,' alleges bias

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1701}">In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1768}">The former first lady, who typically stays away from the press, has shared her concerns in a black-and-white video posted on social media on Sunday (Sep 8).&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1817}">This followed a Thursday teaser for her upcoming memoir.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:164,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1850}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-election-forecast-expert-with-near-perfect-presidential-election-predictions-claims-harris-will-win-757035">US election forecast: Expert with near-perfect presidential election predictions claims 'Harris will win'</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:200,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1886}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:200,&quot;w&quot;:316,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1886}">What did Melania Trump say?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1930}">In the video, Melania starts by saying,&nbsp;"The 2020 election results changed our lives forever. It impacted our quality of life, cost of food, gasoline, safety and even the geopolitical landscape."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:294,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1980}">She expressed deep concern over what she perceives as a nation more divided than ever and condemned the legal challenges her husband faces, labelling them an attack on free speech.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:344,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2030}">"It has become increasingly apparent that there are significant challenges to free speech as demonstrated by the efforts to silence my husband."</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:182,&quot;y&quot;:475,&quot;w&quot;:409,&quot;h&quot;:46,&quot;abs_x&quot;:215,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2161}" dir="ltr" lang="en">My Story.<br bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:416,&quot;y&quot;:475,&quot;w&quot;:0,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:449,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2161}" />
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The Truth. <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:260,&quot;y&quot;:506,&quot;w&quot;:147,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:293,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2192}" href="https://t.co/ZCTwZSqZND">https://t.co/ZCTwZSqZND</a> <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:411,&quot;y&quot;:506,&quot;w&quot;:169,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:444,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2192}" href="https://t.co/HHGQaA6d5v">pic.twitter.com/HHGQaA6d5v</a></p>
— MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:460,&quot;y&quot;:534,&quot;w&quot;:110,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:493,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2220}" href="https://twitter.com/MELANIATRUMP/status/1831663511639851414?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 5, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:601,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2287}">The video then cuts to an image of a blank white book titled simply "MELANIA."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:633,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2319}">At 54, Melania Trump remains a figure of intrigue. During her time in the White House, she focused primarily on raising her son, Barron, who is now studying at NYU’s Stern School of Business.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:683,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2369}">Despite Donald Trump's renewed campaign for the White House, Melania has kept a low profile. According to Daily Mail, she appeared at the Republican National Convention but did not address the audience and has yet to make an appearance at a campaign rally or debate.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:753,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2439}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:753,&quot;w&quot;:187,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2439}">Melania's memoir</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:798,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2484}">This upcoming memoir, her first, offers a rare glimpse into her life. It promises to explore her journey from a Slovenian childhood to the fashion capitals of Europe and New York, culminating in her marriage to Donald Trump. The book reportedly reveals behind-the-scenes stories from her White House years.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:798,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2484}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/honeymoon-period-over-for-harris-trump-leads-among-likely-voters-in-fresh-poll-756917">Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:865,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2551}">In a recent interview with the publication, Donald Trump, while discussing Melania's role in his campaign, acknowledged her careful approach.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:915,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2601}">Trump noted that while she deeply cares about the country, the harsh political climate has made her cautious about stepping into the public eye. "She'll do whatever necessary. But my kids haven't been treated properly...She hasn't been treated properly," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:982,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2668}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:982,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2668}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband.

In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband. The former first lady, who typically stays away from the press, has shared her concerns in a black-and-white video posted on social media on Sunday (Sep 8). This followed a Thursday teaser for her upcoming memoir. Also read | US election forecast: Expert with near-perfect presidential election predictions claims 'Harris will win' What did Melania Trump say? In the video, Melania starts by saying, "The 2020 election results changed our lives forever. It impacted our quality of life, cost of food, gasoline, safety and even the geopolitical landscape." She expressed deep concern over what she perceives as a nation more divided than ever and condemned the legal challenges her husband faces, labelling them an attack on free speech. "It has become increasingly apparent that there are significant challenges to free speech as demonstrated by the efforts to silence my husband." Watch video here: My Story. My Perspective. The Truth. https://t.co/ZCTwZSqZND pic.twitter.com/HHGQaA6d5v — MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) September 5, 2024 × The video then cuts to an image of a blank white book titled simply "MELANIA." At 54, Melania Trump remains a figure of intrigue. During her time in the White House, she focused primarily on raising her son, Barron, who is now studying at NYU’s Stern School of Business. Despite Donald Trump's renewed campaign for the White House, Melania has kept a low profile. According to Daily Mail, she appeared at the Republican National Convention but did not address the audience and has yet to make an appearance at a campaign rally or debate. Melania's memoir This upcoming memoir, her first, offers a rare glimpse into her life. It promises to explore her journey from a Slovenian childhood to the fashion capitals of Europe and New York, culminating in her marriage to Donald Trump. The book reportedly reveals behind-the-scenes stories from her White House years. Also read | Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll In a recent interview with the publication, Donald Trump, while discussing Melania's role in his campaign, acknowledged her careful approach. Trump noted that while she deeply cares about the country, the harsh political climate has made her cautious about stepping into the public eye. "She'll do whatever necessary. But my kids haven't been treated properly...She hasn't been treated properly," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Melania Trump speaks out against Joe Biden, alleges 'efforts to silence' husband Donald Trump. Watch!

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1922}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:253,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1922}">The US election 'expert'</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1967}">Allan Lichtman, an American historian, has an almost perfect record predicting once-every-four year's election wins in the country, and this time he says,&nbsp;"Harris will win."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:180,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2017}">Lichtman, as per AFP, has been predicting since 1984 and of nine elections, his prediction has been wrong only once.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:660,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:579,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2066}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/honeymoon-period-over-for-harris-trump-leads-among-likely-voters-in-fresh-poll-756917">Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:262,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}">His only miss was in 2000, when George W. Bush won despite losing the popular vote, due to a controversial Supreme Court decision.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:315,&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;:315,&quot;w&quot;:383,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2152}">How does he predict so accurately?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:360,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2197}">To predict which candidate will grace the White House, Allan Lichtman does not depend on the opinion polls, and instead uses the "13 keys" method.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:409,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2246}">He relies on 13 true-or-false statements about the current administration.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:442,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2279}">For instance, one key considers whether the incumbent party has gained or lost seats in recent midterms. Since the Democrats lost the House in 2022, this key is false, giving a slight edge to Republican challenger Donald Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:563,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:482,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-targets-kamala-harriss-height-in-bizarre-post-ahead-of-debate-these-are-the-debate-rules-756796">Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:541,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2378}">Lichtman's analysis is anything but straightforward. Some factors, such as Biden stepping down, might benefit Trump, but others favour Harris. For example, major policy achievements like the Biden administration's infrastructure and climate legislation count as positives. The departure of independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the lack of major scandals also work in Harris's favour.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:625,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2462}">He also acknowledged that significant foreign policy developments, like a major peace deal or hostage release in Gaza, could shift the balance in Harris's favour.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:675,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2512}">"I don't like to speculate, because the devil is in the details, but that could be seen as a big success," he said.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:711,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2548}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:711,&quot;w&quot;:467,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2548}">Critics don't agree with Lichtman's analysis</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:756,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2593}">Critics argue that some of Lichtman's criteria, such as defining a "charismatic" leader, are too subjective.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:788,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2625}">Lichtman, however, says, "We're dealing with human beings. Historians make judgments all the time, and the judgments are very tightly constrained."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:838,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2675}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:838,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2675}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections.

Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections. The US election 'expert' Allan Lichtman, an American historian, has an almost perfect record predicting once-every-four year's election wins in the country, and this time he says, "Harris will win." Lichtman, as per AFP, has been predicting since 1984 and of nine elections, his prediction has been wrong only once. Also read | Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll His only miss was in 2000, when George W. Bush won despite losing the popular vote, due to a controversial Supreme Court decision. How does he predict so accurately? To predict which candidate will grace the White House, Allan Lichtman does not depend on the opinion polls, and instead uses the "13 keys" method. He relies on 13 true-or-false statements about the current administration. For instance, one key considers whether the incumbent party has gained or lost seats in recent midterms. Since the Democrats lost the House in 2022, this key is false, giving a slight edge to Republican challenger Donald Trump. Also read | Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate Lichtman's analysis is anything but straightforward. Some factors, such as Biden stepping down, might benefit Trump, but others favour Harris. For example, major policy achievements like the Biden administration's infrastructure and climate legislation count as positives. The departure of independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the lack of major scandals also work in Harris's favour. He also acknowledged that significant foreign policy developments, like a major peace deal or hostage release in Gaza, could shift the balance in Harris's favour. "I don't like to speculate, because the devil is in the details, but that could be seen as a big success," he said. Critics don't agree with Lichtman's analysis Critics argue that some of Lichtman's criteria, such as defining a "charismatic" leader, are too subjective. Lichtman, however, says, "We're dealing with human beings. Historians make judgments all the time, and the judgments are very tightly constrained." (With inputs from agencies)

US polls forecast: Expert with near-perfect presidential election predictions says THIS candidate 'will win'

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">On Saturday (Sep 7) in a social media post, the former US President and current White House hopeful Donald Trump brought up a bizarre issue: the height of his political rival Kamala Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1901}">Ahead of the much-awaited presidential debate where Trump will face off against Harris, the Republican nominee said the Democrat would not be allowed on "boxes or artificial lifts".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1955}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:118,&quot;w&quot;:220,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1955}">Trump's bizarre post</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1999}">On his social media platform, Truth Social Trump wrote that during his upcoming ABC News debate with "Comrade Kamala Harris," on September 10, "No boxes or artificial lifts will be allowed to stand on."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:212,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2049}">Slamming the Democrats he said a lift&nbsp;"would be a form of cheating, and the Democrats cheat enough."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2081}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:721,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2081}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:721,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2081}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-accuses-biden-harris-of-importing-murderers-child-predators-and-serial-rapists-to-us-756779">'Rogue regime': Trump accuses Biden-Harris of importing 'murderers, child predators and serial rapists' to US</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:294,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2131}">"'You are who you are,' it was determined!" he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:326,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2163}">The "lifts" comment is an apparent dig at Kamala, whose height is around 5'4" while Trump himself is around 6'2".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:380,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2217}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:380,&quot;w&quot;:541,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2217}">What are the rules for the Harris vs Trump debate?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:424,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2261}">The highly anticipated clash between US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will mark a pivotal moment in the fiercely contested race for the White House.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:474,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2311}">After weeks of negotiation over the specifics of the debate, US broadcaster ABC has finalised the details.</p>

<h3 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:150,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:509,&quot;w&quot;:150,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}">When and where?</strong></em></h3>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:547,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2384}">The debate will be held at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. It will start at 9:00 pm local time (0100 GMT Wednesday).&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:597,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2434}">Notably, the event won't have a live audience, and will only focus on the candidates' exchanges.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:629,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2466}">It will be moderated by ABC anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis and will span 90 minutes, including two commercial breaks.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:679,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2516}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:679,&quot;w&quot;:709,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2516}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:679,&quot;w&quot;:709,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2516}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blood-on-their-hands-donald-trump-blames-crooked-biden-comrade-harris-for-gaza-hostage-killings-755205">'Blood on their hands': Donald Trump blames 'crooked' Biden, 'comrade' Harris for Gaza hostage killings</a></strong></p>

<h3 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:731,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2568}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:731,&quot;w&quot;:85,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2568}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:731,&quot;w&quot;:85,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2568}">Mute mics</strong></em></h3>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:769,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2606}">Each candidate's microphone will be live only when they are speaking, and muted during the competitor's turn.&nbsp;</p>

<h3 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:821,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2658}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:821,&quot;w&quot;:139,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2658}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:821,&quot;w&quot;:139,&quot;h&quot;:20,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2658}">Debate structure</strong></em></h3>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:859,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2696}">Neither candidate will deliver an opening statement, instead, they will have two minutes to respond to each question posed by the moderators.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:909,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2746}">A rebuttal period of two minutes will follow each response. Additionally, a minute will be given for any "follow-up, clarification, or response" necessary, allowing for a deeper exploration of the issues at hand.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:959,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2796}">Each candidate will also have two minutes for a closing statement, with Trump set to speak last following a virtual coin toss.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1008,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2845}">A strict no-props rule will be enforced throughout the debate. Both Trump and Harris will remain at their podiums, with only a pen, a pad of paper, and a bottle of water permitted. The candidates are barred from using any pre-written notes or additional materials. Campaign staff will also be restricted from interacting with the candidates during commercial breaks.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1093,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2930}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1093,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2930}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


On Saturday (Sep 7) in a social media post, the former US President and current White House hopeful Donald Trump brought up a bizarre issue: the height of his political rival Kamala Harris.

On Saturday (Sep 7) in a social media post, the former US President and current White House hopeful Donald Trump brought up a bizarre issue: the height of his political rival Kamala Harris. Ahead of the much-awaited presidential debate where Trump will face off against Harris, the Republican nominee said the Democrat would not be allowed on "boxes or artificial lifts". Trump's bizarre post On his social media platform, Truth Social Trump wrote that during his upcoming ABC News debate with "Comrade Kamala Harris," on September 10, "No boxes or artificial lifts will be allowed to stand on." Slamming the Democrats he said a lift "would be a form of cheating, and the Democrats cheat enough." Also read | 'Rogue regime': Trump accuses Biden-Harris of importing 'murderers, child predators and serial rapists' to US "'You are who you are,' it was determined!" he added. The "lifts" comment is an apparent dig at Kamala, whose height is around 5'4" while Trump himself is around 6'2". What are the rules for the Harris vs Trump debate? The highly anticipated clash between US Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump will mark a pivotal moment in the fiercely contested race for the White House. After weeks of negotiation over the specifics of the debate, US broadcaster ABC has finalised the details. When and where? The debate will be held at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. It will start at 9:00 pm local time (0100 GMT Wednesday). Notably, the event won't have a live audience, and will only focus on the candidates' exchanges. It will be moderated by ABC anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis and will span 90 minutes, including two commercial breaks. Also read | 'Blood on their hands': Donald Trump blames 'crooked' Biden, 'comrade' Harris for Gaza hostage killings Mute mics Each candidate's microphone will be live only when they are speaking, and muted during the competitor's turn. Debate structure Neither candidate will deliver an opening statement, instead, they will have two minutes to respond to each question posed by the moderators. A rebuttal period of two minutes will follow each response. Additionally, a minute will be given for any "follow-up, clarification, or response" necessary, allowing for a deeper exploration of the issues at hand. Each candidate will also have two minutes for a closing statement, with Trump set to speak last following a virtual coin toss. A strict no-props rule will be enforced throughout the debate. Both Trump and Harris will remain at their podiums, with only a pen, a pad of paper, and a bottle of water permitted. The candidates are barred from using any pre-written notes or additional materials. Campaign staff will also be restricted from interacting with the candidates during commercial breaks. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1891}">Ahead of the much-awaited September 10 (Tuesday) debate, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 7) at a rally in Wisconsin accused his democrat rivals President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of running a "rouge regime".</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1961}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:230,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1961}">A leftist dictatorship?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2006}">Trump, who in December of last year had promised if elected he'll only be a dictator for one day, unleashed a tirade of insults and dark imagery against Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:180,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2056}">Speaking to supporters in Mosinee, Wisconsin, Trump painted a grim picture of a dystopian America, run by a leftist dictatorship, as per news agency AFP reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2105}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:710,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2105}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:229,&quot;w&quot;:710,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2105}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-hunt-armed-and-dangerous-suspect-after-kentucky-i-75-highway-shooting-leaves-several-injured-756757">Police hunt 'armed and dangerous' suspect after Kentucky I-75 highway shooting leaves several injured</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2155}">Accusing the Biden-Harris administration of leading a "rogue regime," the former president claimed the government was importing "murderers, child predators and serial rapists from all over the planet while weaponizing law enforcement to jail political opponents".&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:346,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2222}">Delivering the remarks to a mostly conservative crowd, Trump, in his usual style, denounced the string of criminal cases that he faces&nbsp;for trying to overturn the 2020 election loss.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:399,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2275}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:399,&quot;w&quot;:323,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2275}">On impeaching Vice President</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:444,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2320}">During the speech in the swing state, Trump also said he would support the modification of the 25th amendment, to make a vice president covering up a president's mental incapacity an impeachable offence.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:494,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2370}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:494,&quot;w&quot;:675,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2370}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:494,&quot;w&quot;:675,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2370}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-he-will-save-tiktok-if-americans-vote-him-in-upcoming-elections-756457">Trump says he will 'save TikTok' if Americans vote for him in upcoming presidential elections</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:547,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:547,&quot;w&quot;:145,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2423}">"When I WIN"</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:592,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2468}">Later on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump once again falsely asserted that his 2020 loss to Biden was a result of "cheating". He vowed that this time, "WHEN I WIN," he would ensure "those people that CHEATED will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law, which will include long-term prison sentences so that this Depravity of Justice does not happen again."</p>

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:850,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2726}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:850,&quot;w&quot;:312,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2726}">A clamp down on immigrants</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:895,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2771}">Speaking at a regional airport in Mosinee, Trump also pledged that he would clamp&nbsp;down on immigrants he said are stealing jobs and killing Americans.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:944,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2820}">"Crime is through the roof, and you haven't seen the migrant crime yet," Trump said. "It started, and it's vicious, but you haven't seen the extent of it yet."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:994,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2870}">Reiterating his previous claims, Trump once again claimed that the 2024 elections could be the country's last.</p>

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Ahead of the much-awaited September 10 (Tuesday) debate, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 7) at a rally in Wisconsin accused his democrat rivals President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of running a "rouge regime".

Ahead of the much-awaited September 10 (Tuesday) debate, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Sep 7) at a rally in Wisconsin accused his democrat rivals President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris of running a "rouge regime". A leftist dictatorship? Trump, who in December of last year had promised if elected he'll only be a dictator for one day, unleashed a tirade of insults and dark imagery against Harris. Speaking to supporters in Mosinee, Wisconsin, Trump painted a grim picture of a dystopian America, run by a leftist dictatorship, as per news agency AFP reports. Also read | Police hunt 'armed and dangerous' suspect after Kentucky I-75 highway shooting leaves several injured Accusing the Biden-Harris administration of leading a "rogue regime," the former president claimed the government was importing "murderers, child predators and serial rapists from all over the planet while weaponizing law enforcement to jail political opponents". Delivering the remarks to a mostly conservative crowd, Trump, in his usual style, denounced the string of criminal cases that he faces for trying to overturn the 2020 election loss. On impeaching Vice President During the speech in the swing state, Trump also said he would support the modification of the 25th amendment, to make a vice president covering up a president's mental incapacity an impeachable offence. Also read | Trump says he will 'save TikTok' if Americans vote for him in upcoming presidential elections "When I WIN" Later on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump once again falsely asserted that his 2020 loss to Biden was a result of "cheating". He vowed that this time, "WHEN I WIN," he would ensure "those people that CHEATED will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law, which will include long-term prison sentences so that this Depravity of Justice does not happen again." × A clamp down on immigrants Speaking at a regional airport in Mosinee, Trump also pledged that he would clamp down on immigrants he said are stealing jobs and killing Americans. "Crime is through the roof, and you haven't seen the migrant crime yet," Trump said. "It started, and it's vicious, but you haven't seen the extent of it yet." Reiterating his previous claims, Trump once again claimed that the 2024 elections could be the country's last. (With inputs from agencies)

'Rogue regime': Trump accuses Biden-Harris of importing 'murderers, child predators and serial rapists' to US

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1700}">A federal judge on Tuesday (Sep 3) ordered former US president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump to cease using music created by the late Isaac Hayes at his campaign events.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1750}">The judge ordered the Trump campaign to stop using Hayes' song "Hold On, I'm Coming". However, they have not been ordered to take down existing videos featuring the music.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:114,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1800}">The ruling came after objections from Isaac Hayes III, son of the renowned musician, who strongly opposed Trump's use of his father's work.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:164,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1850}">Speaking outside the Richard B. Russell Federal Courthouse, Isaac Hayes III asserted, "We have to take a stand that we want to separate ourselves from someone with Donald Trump's character."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:213,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1899}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:249,&quot;w&quot;:663,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1935}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blood-on-their-hands-donald-trump-blames-crooked-biden-comrade-harris-for-gaza-hostage-killings-755205">'Blood on their hands': Donald Trump blames 'crooked' Biden, 'comrade' Harris for Gaza hostage killings</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:320,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2006}">The late musician's son emphasised that the decision was motivated by concerns over Trump's character and not political differences.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:370,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2056}">"This is not a political issue, this is a character issue," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:402,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2088}">"I want this to serve as an opportunity for other artists to come forward that don't want their music used by Donald Trump or other political entities and continue to fight for music artists' rights and copyright," he added.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:455,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2141}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:455,&quot;w&quot;:387,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2141}">Legal discussions and uncertainties</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:500,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2186}">New York attorney Ronald Coleman, who represented Trump and his campaign in the case, implied uncertainty over the Hayes family's ownership of the music rights.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:550,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2236}">"Before we left court, we spoke to the Hayes attorneys and to Mr. Hayes III about trying to work something out. We want this to be as a cooperative process as possible going forward," Coleman said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:550,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2236}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trump-wants-kamala-harris-to-win-ex-donald-trump-aide-makes-surprising-claim-755264">'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:603,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2289}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:603,&quot;w&quot;:270,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2289}">Music industry pushback</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:648,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2334}">The ruling adds to a growing list of artists who have protested the use of their music at the Republican presidential candidate's rallies and events.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:697,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2383}">Over the years, several prominent musicians and their representatives have voiced objections, including the late Tom Petty, Foo Fighters, British singer Adele, the rock band R.E.M, Celine Dion and most recently the Swedish pop group ABBA.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:764,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2450}">The legendary group ABBA last month announced that it has "recently discovered the unauthorised use of their music and videos at a Trump event through videos that appeared online," and has asked for prompt "removal and deletion of such content."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:831,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2517}">American rock band Foo Fighters has also&nbsp;protested against Trump's use of their song, "My Hero" at a recent Arizona campaign on August 23. Clapping back, the rock band announced that royalty earnings from the song will be donated to Kamala Harris' campaign.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:898,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2584}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:898,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2584}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A federal judge on Tuesday (Sep 3) ordered former US president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump to cease using music created by the late Isaac Hayes at his campaign events.

A federal judge on Tuesday (Sep 3) ordered former US president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump to cease using music created by the late Isaac Hayes at his campaign events. The judge ordered the Trump campaign to stop using Hayes' song "Hold On, I'm Coming". However, they have not been ordered to take down existing videos featuring the music. The ruling came after objections from Isaac Hayes III, son of the renowned musician, who strongly opposed Trump's use of his father's work. Speaking outside the Richard B. Russell Federal Courthouse, Isaac Hayes III asserted, "We have to take a stand that we want to separate ourselves from someone with Donald Trump's character." Also read | 'Blood on their hands': Donald Trump blames 'crooked' Biden, 'comrade' Harris for Gaza hostage killings The late musician's son emphasised that the decision was motivated by concerns over Trump's character and not political differences. "This is not a political issue, this is a character issue," he said. "I want this to serve as an opportunity for other artists to come forward that don't want their music used by Donald Trump or other political entities and continue to fight for music artists' rights and copyright," he added. Legal discussions and uncertainties New York attorney Ronald Coleman, who represented Trump and his campaign in the case, implied uncertainty over the Hayes family's ownership of the music rights. "Before we left court, we spoke to the Hayes attorneys and to Mr. Hayes III about trying to work something out. We want this to be as a cooperative process as possible going forward," Coleman said. Also read | 'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim Music industry pushback The ruling adds to a growing list of artists who have protested the use of their music at the Republican presidential candidate's rallies and events. Over the years, several prominent musicians and their representatives have voiced objections, including the late Tom Petty, Foo Fighters, British singer Adele, the rock band R.E.M, Celine Dion and most recently the Swedish pop group ABBA. The legendary group ABBA last month announced that it has "recently discovered the unauthorised use of their music and videos at a Trump event through videos that appeared online," and has asked for prompt "removal and deletion of such content." American rock band Foo Fighters has also protested against Trump's use of their song, "My Hero" at a recent Arizona campaign on August 23. Clapping back, the rock band announced that royalty earnings from the song will be donated to Kamala Harris' campaign. (With inputs from agencies)

'Character issue': Federal judge orders Trump to stop using Isaac Hayes' music for campaigning

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1701}">Elon Musk and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have sparked controversy online, claiming that Vice President Kamala Harris would want to "shut down" X (formerly Twitter) if it fails to comply with government oversight.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1771}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:315,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1771}">What evidence do they have?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1816}">The two men shared a clip from a 2019 CNN interview with Harris where&nbsp;she criticised social media&nbsp;platforms for "directly speaking to millions and millions of people without any level of oversight and regulation," a practice she said "has to stop."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:197,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1883}">Kennedy, sharing his interpretation of the remark from the five-year-old interview, wrote: "Translation: If they don't police content to conform to government-approved narratives, they will be shut down."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Kamala Harris: "He [Musk] has lost his privileges."<br />
Can someone please explain to her that freedom of speech is a RIGHT, not a "privilege"?<br />
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Kamala Harris: "There has to be a responsibility placed on these social media sites to understand their power."<br />
Translation: "If they… <a href="https://t.co/BzuTYoJjuV">https://t.co/BzuTYoJjuV</a></p>
— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) <a href="https://twitter.com/RobertKennedyJr/status/1830745926861758712?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 2, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Free speech is the bedrock of democracy and the Democratic Party (Kamala is just a puppet) wants to destroy it. <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:317,&quot;y&quot;:920,&quot;w&quot;:140,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:350,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2606}" href="https://t.co/kntGcq2WnK">https://t.co/kntGcq2WnK</a></p>
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<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/judge-blocks-donald-trumps-appeal-to-intervene-in-hush-money-conviction-755758">US Judge blocks Donald Trump’s appeal to intervene in hush money conviction</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:250,&quot;w&quot;:335,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1936}">What did Harris say back then?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:295,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1981}">In the 2019 interview, Harris called for the shutdown of Trump's Twitter account because of its influence on society, including its role in spreading harmful narratives.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:345,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2031}">Citing the El Paso shooter’s manifesto as an example, she argued that Trump's rhetoric had real-world consequences.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:394,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2080}">"When you're talking about Donald Trump, he has 65 million Twitter followers, he has proven himself to be willing to obstruct justice – just ask Bob Mueller. You can look at the manifesto from the shooter in El Paso to know that what Donald Trump says on Twitter impacts peoples' perceptions about what they should and should not do," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:479,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2165}">She then said Trump's account "should be taken down" for violating the site's terms of service.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:511,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2197}">Harris also spoke of regulating social media platforms so that the words of popular figures like Trump can't become a bad influence on millions of users.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:561,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2247}">"And the bottom line is that you can’t say that you have one rule for Facebook and you have a different rule for Twitter. The same rule has to apply, which is that there has to be a responsibility that is placed on these social media sites to understand their power," she said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:561,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2247}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/character-issue-federal-judge-orders-trump-to-stop-using-isaac-hayes-music-for-campaigning-755674">'Character issue': Federal judge orders Trump to stop using Isaac Hayes' music for campaigning</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:628,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2314}">"They are speaking to millions of people without any level of oversight or regulation. And that has to stop," added Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:677,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2363}">However, Kennedy misinterpreted Harris' comments, suggesting she was looking to destroy free speech.</p>

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Elon Musk and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have sparked controversy online, claiming that Vice President Kamala Harris would want to "shut down" X (formerly Twitter) if it fails to comply with government oversight.

Elon Musk and former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have sparked controversy online, claiming that Vice President Kamala Harris would want to "shut down" X (formerly Twitter) if it fails to comply with government oversight. What evidence do they have? The two men shared a clip from a 2019 CNN interview with Harris where she criticised social media platforms for "directly speaking to millions and millions of people without any level of oversight and regulation," a practice she said "has to stop." Kennedy, sharing his interpretation of the remark from the five-year-old interview, wrote: "Translation: If they don't police content to conform to government-approved narratives, they will be shut down." Kamala Harris: "He [Musk] has lost his privileges." Can someone please explain to her that freedom of speech is a RIGHT, not a "privilege"? Kamala Harris: "There has to be a responsibility placed on these social media sites to understand their power." Translation: "If they… https://t.co/BzuTYoJjuV — Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) September 2, 2024 × Musk backed Kennedy's claim, alleging that Harris and the Democratic Party were aiming to undermine free speech. He stated that "free speech is the bedrock of democracy," and accused Harris of merely acting as a puppet for the party's agenda. This is what she actually believes. Free speech is the bedrock of democracy and the Democratic Party (Kamala is just a puppet) wants to destroy it. https://t.co/kntGcq2WnK — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 3, 2024 × Also read | US Judge blocks Donald Trump’s appeal to intervene in hush money conviction What did Harris say back then? In the 2019 interview, Harris called for the shutdown of Trump's Twitter account because of its influence on society, including its role in spreading harmful narratives. Citing the El Paso shooter’s manifesto as an example, she argued that Trump's rhetoric had real-world consequences. "When you're talking about Donald Trump, he has 65 million Twitter followers, he has proven himself to be willing to obstruct justice – just ask Bob Mueller. You can look at the manifesto from the shooter in El Paso to know that what Donald Trump says on Twitter impacts peoples' perceptions about what they should and should not do," she said. She then said Trump's account "should be taken down" for violating the site's terms of service. Harris also spoke of regulating social media platforms so that the words of popular figures like Trump can't become a bad influence on millions of users. "And the bottom line is that you can’t say that you have one rule for Facebook and you have a different rule for Twitter. The same rule has to apply, which is that there has to be a responsibility that is placed on these social media sites to understand their power," she said. Also read | 'Character issue': Federal judge orders Trump to stop using Isaac Hayes' music for campaigning "They are speaking to millions of people without any level of oversight or regulation. And that has to stop," added Harris. However, Kennedy misinterpreted Harris' comments, suggesting she was looking to destroy free speech. "Can someone please explain to her that freedom of speech is a RIGHT, not a 'privilege'?" he wrote. (With inputs from agencies)

Fact check: Does Kamala Harris want to shut down X? Elon Musk, Robert F Kennedy Jr claim so

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Donald Trump has blamed his political rivals US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the "senseless deaths" of six hostages whose bodies were found in a Hamas tunnel in Rafah on Sunday (Sep 1).</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1919}">The Republican presidential candidate in a post on his social media channel Truth Social said he grieved the death of the hostages, which "horrifically" included "a wonderful American Citizen, Hersh Goldberg-Polin," who was "murdered by Hamas."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:152,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1989}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:152,&quot;w&quot;:317,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1989}">Comrade Harris, Crooked Joe</strong></h2>

<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;:2034}">The former US president attributed the deaths of the hostages to a "complete lack of American Strength and Leadership." He also said that the failings of "Comrade Kamala Harris and Crooked Joe Biden," was the reason the hostages were killed.</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;:2101}">"They have blood on their hands!"</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;:2101}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-finalising-take-it-or-leave-it-deal-for-israel-hamas-war-755114">US finalising 'take it or leave it' deal for Israel-Hamas war</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:296,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2133}">"Sadly, this is the total lack of 'Leadership' that Kamala and Biden represent - One that allows terrorists to take American lives."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:346,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2183}">He claimed that this was "because they only care about Weaponising the Department of Justice against their Political Opponent," an apparent reference to his own legal battles.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:396,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2233}">"Just like the Debacle of the Afghanistan Withdrawal that claimed 13 American lives, Kamala and Biden’s judgment has not only put lives at risk but is directly responsible for unnecessary deaths that should have never happened," he said, slamming the Democrat leaders.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:633,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2470}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:345,&quot;w&quot;:741,&quot;h&quot;:49,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2035}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-discovers-bodies-in-gaza-possible-hostages-from-oct-7-the-country-will-tremble-warn-angry-families-754927">IDF discovers bodies of six Oct 7 hostages in Gaza : 'The country will tremble,' warn angry families</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:683,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2520}">"America will be Strong Again, and that will make the World Safe and Secure!"</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:683,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2520}"><strong>Gaza hostage remains</strong></h2>

<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;:1854}">The Israel Defence Forces on Saturday (Aug 31) night announced that its troops had located six bodies in the Gaza Strip. These bodies, as per AFP, are of hostages taken by the militant group Hamas on Oct 7.</p>

<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;:1854}">The&nbsp;remains were recovered on Saturday "from an underground tunnel in the Rafah area" and formally identified in Israel,&nbsp;said the military. The dead were identified as Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi, Alexander Lobanov, Almog Sarusi and Master Sergeant Ori Danino.</p>

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Donald Trump has blamed his political rivals US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the "senseless deaths" of six hostages whose bodies were found in a Hamas tunnel in Rafah on Sunday (Sep 1).

Donald Trump has blamed his political rivals US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for the "senseless deaths" of six hostages whose bodies were found in a Hamas tunnel in Rafah on Sunday (Sep 1). The Republican presidential candidate in a post on his social media channel Truth Social said he grieved the death of the hostages, which "horrifically" included "a wonderful American Citizen, Hersh Goldberg-Polin," who was "murdered by Hamas." Comrade Harris, Crooked Joe The former US president attributed the deaths of the hostages to a "complete lack of American Strength and Leadership." He also said that the failings of "Comrade Kamala Harris and Crooked Joe Biden," was the reason the hostages were killed. "They have blood on their hands!" Also read | US finalising 'take it or leave it' deal for Israel-Hamas war "Sadly, this is the total lack of 'Leadership' that Kamala and Biden represent - One that allows terrorists to take American lives." He claimed that this was "because they only care about Weaponising the Department of Justice against their Political Opponent," an apparent reference to his own legal battles. "Just like the Debacle of the Afghanistan Withdrawal that claimed 13 American lives, Kamala and Biden’s judgment has not only put lives at risk but is directly responsible for unnecessary deaths that should have never happened," he said, slamming the Democrat leaders. × Trump further claimed that if he was president "this terror would have never happened," and promised that it would stop "the day I am back in the Oval Office." Also read | IDF discovers bodies of six Oct 7 hostages in Gaza : 'The country will tremble,' warn angry families "America will be Strong Again, and that will make the World Safe and Secure!" Gaza hostage remains The Israel Defence Forces on Saturday (Aug 31) night announced that its troops had located six bodies in the Gaza Strip. These bodies, as per AFP, are of hostages taken by the militant group Hamas on Oct 7. The remains were recovered on Saturday "from an underground tunnel in the Rafah area" and formally identified in Israel, said the military. The dead were identified as Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi, Alexander Lobanov, Almog Sarusi and Master Sergeant Ori Danino. (With inputs from agencies)

'Blood on their hands': Donald Trump blames 'crooked' Biden, 'comrade' Harris for Gaza hostage killings

<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;:1855}">US Vice President Kamala Harris has openly slammed her political rival Donald Trump for using footage from his visit to Arlington National Cemetery in a campaign video, calling it "a political stunt".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1904}">Harris emphasised the "sacred" nature of the cemetery, where fallen American soldiers are laid to rest, and said it should not be used for political purposes.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:113,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1953}">Trump's visit to the graves of 13 service members, killed during the 2021 US withdrawal from Afghanistan, was meant as a campaign boost but has instead sparked backlash, particularly after footage from the event was posted by his campaign.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:165,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2005}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:165,&quot;w&quot;:310,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2005}">What did Kamala Harris say?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:209,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2049}">"Let me be clear: the former president disrespected sacred ground, all for the sake of a political stunt," said the Democratic Party presidential candidate Harris.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2098}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:667,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2098}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:587,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2098}" data-ved="2ahUKEwihksKz3KCIAxXUjK8BHRI-NR4QxfQBKAB6BAgLEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-campaign-was-warned-not-to-take-photos-at-arlington-defence-official-754226" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-campaign-was-warned-not-to-take-photos-at-arlington-defence-official-754226&amp;ved=2ahUKEwihksKz3KCIAxXUjK8BHRI-NR4QxfQBKAB6BAgLEAE">Trump campaign was warned not to take `disgraceful` photo at Arlington cemetery</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:290,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2130}">"If there is one thing on which we as Americans can all agree, it is that our veterans, military families, and service members should be honoured, never disparaged, and treated with nothing less than our highest respect and gratitude," she added in a post on X.</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;:2196}">Harris also highlighted Trump's history of derogatory comments about military service members, referencing his controversial remarks about veterans such as Senator John McCain and fallen World War I soldiers.</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;:2246}">"This is nothing new from Donald Trump. This is a man who has called our fallen service members 'suckers' and 'losers' and disparaged Medal of Honour recipients," she wrote.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">As Vice President, I have had the privilege of visiting Arlington National Cemetery several times. It is a solemn place; a place where we come together to honor American heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service of this nation.<br />
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It is not a place for politics.<br />
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<h2><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:458,&quot;w&quot;:768,&quot;h&quot;:49,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2298}">Why has Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery snowballed into a controversy?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:527,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2367}">Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, last week&nbsp;visited the Arlington National Cemetery and Section 60 of the Virginia cemetery, both of which are considered hallowed ground by the US military.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:576,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2416}">As per federal law and Pentagon policies, political activities aren't allowed in hallowed grounds. This includes photo ops for campaign material.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:625,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2465}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeff-walz-brother-of-kamala-harris-vp-pick-tim-walz-might-support-trump-754857">Jeff Walz, brother of Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz, might support Trump</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:658,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2498}">Arlington National Cemetery, in a statement, said "Federal law prohibits political campaign or election-related activities within Army National Military Cemeteries, to include photographers, content creators or any other persons attending for purposes, or in direct support of a partisan political candidate's campaign."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:724,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2564}">The cemetery located just outside Washington added that it "reinforced and widely shared this law and its prohibitions with all participants."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:773,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2613}">His visit and the photos ultimately used for campaigning have drawn criticism from Democrats, along with some veterans and soldiers' relatives.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:825,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2665}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:825,&quot;w&quot;:246,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2665}">Trump defends himself</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:869,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2709}">In response, Trump defended his actions, explaining that families of the fallen soldiers had asked him to visit the graves.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:901,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2741}">At a speech in Pennsylvania on Friday (Aug 30), he said, "I got there, and we had a ceremony."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:933,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2773}">Trump said that the families had requested a photo: "I said, 'Absolutely.' So I was taking pictures at the grave."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:965,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2805}">He has since posted videos of several of those families defending him and questioning Harris' support for military families.&nbsp;</p>

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US Vice President Kamala Harris has openly slammed her political rival Donald Trump for using footage from his visit to Arlington National Cemetery in a campaign video, calling it "a political stunt".

US Vice President Kamala Harris has openly slammed her political rival Donald Trump for using footage from his visit to Arlington National Cemetery in a campaign video, calling it "a political stunt". Harris emphasised the "sacred" nature of the cemetery, where fallen American soldiers are laid to rest, and said it should not be used for political purposes. Trump's visit to the graves of 13 service members, killed during the 2021 US withdrawal from Afghanistan, was meant as a campaign boost but has instead sparked backlash, particularly after footage from the event was posted by his campaign. What did Kamala Harris say? "Let me be clear: the former president disrespected sacred ground, all for the sake of a political stunt," said the Democratic Party presidential candidate Harris. Also read | Trump campaign was warned not to take `disgraceful` photo at Arlington cemetery "If there is one thing on which we as Americans can all agree, it is that our veterans, military families, and service members should be honoured, never disparaged, and treated with nothing less than our highest respect and gratitude," she added in a post on X. Harris also highlighted Trump's history of derogatory comments about military service members, referencing his controversial remarks about veterans such as Senator John McCain and fallen World War I soldiers. "This is nothing new from Donald Trump. This is a man who has called our fallen service members 'suckers' and 'losers' and disparaged Medal of Honour recipients," she wrote. As Vice President, I have had the privilege of visiting Arlington National Cemetery several times. It is a solemn place; a place where we come together to honor American heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service of this nation. It is not a place for politics. And… — Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 31, 2024 × Why has Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery snowballed into a controversy? Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, last week visited the Arlington National Cemetery and Section 60 of the Virginia cemetery, both of which are considered hallowed ground by the US military. As per federal law and Pentagon policies, political activities aren't allowed in hallowed grounds. This includes photo ops for campaign material. Also read | Jeff Walz, brother of Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz, might support Trump Arlington National Cemetery, in a statement, said "Federal law prohibits political campaign or election-related activities within Army National Military Cemeteries, to include photographers, content creators or any other persons attending for purposes, or in direct support of a partisan political candidate's campaign." The cemetery located just outside Washington added that it "reinforced and widely shared this law and its prohibitions with all participants." His visit and the photos ultimately used for campaigning have drawn criticism from Democrats, along with some veterans and soldiers' relatives. Trump defends himself In response, Trump defended his actions, explaining that families of the fallen soldiers had asked him to visit the graves. At a speech in Pennsylvania on Friday (Aug 30), he said, "I got there, and we had a ceremony." Trump said that the families had requested a photo: "I said, 'Absolutely.' So I was taking pictures at the grave." He has since posted videos of several of those families defending him and questioning Harris' support for military families. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris slams Donald Trump's 'political stunt' at Arlington cemetery, comments: 'Nothing new'

<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;:1705}">Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Aug 31) threw his support behind a ballot initiative aimed at legalising recreational marijuana use in Florida.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1754}">Taking to Truth Social, his social media platform, the former US president asserted his endorsement of the measure, and said, "Whether people like it or not, this will happen."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:113,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1803}"><strong>Florida's Marijuana Initiative</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>"In Florida, like so many other States that have already given their approval, personal amounts of marijuana will be legalised for adults with Amendment 3," said Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-slams-donald-trumps-political-stunt-at-arlington-cemetery-comments-nothing-new-754918">Kamala Harris slams Donald Trump's 'political stunt' at Arlington cemetery, comments: 'nothing new'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:145,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1835}">Putting a spin on the 'Make America Great Again' movement, Trump said through the legalisation, "We will make America SAFE again!"</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:194,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1884}">He argued that individuals should not face criminal charges in Florida for actions that are legal in many other states.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1916}">"Someone should not be a criminal in Florida when this is legal in so many other states," Trump wrote.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1948}">"We do not need to ruin lives &amp; waste Taxpayer Dollars arresting adults with personal amounts of it on them, and no one should grieve a loved one because they died from fentanyl-laced marijuana."</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;:1997}">Trump also advocated for regulations on public cannabis use "so we do not smell marijuana everywhere we go like we do in many of the Democrat-run Cities."</p>

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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:526,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2216}"><strong>Marijuana and the US</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:558,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2248}">In the US, the push for decriminalisation is resonating nationwide. As per news agency AFP, three-quarters of Americans reside in states where marijuana is either legal for recreational or medical use, or strictly medical use.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:607,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2297}">Support is especially prevalent among younger demographics, a group that has increasingly aligned with Trump's rival, Kamala Harris since she secured the Democratic nomination for president.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:607,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2297}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeff-walz-brother-of-kamala-harris-vp-pick-tim-walz-might-support-trump-754857" target="_blank">Jeff Walz, brother of Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz, might support Trump</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:656,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2346}">However, the initiative, which is set to appear on the November ballot alongside the presidential election, has met with resistance from Governor Ron DeSantis and other state Republicans.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:705,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2395}">Earlier this year, DeSantis voiced concerns that the amendment could turn Florida into a "San Francisco or Chicago."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:737,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2427}">"We got to keep our streets clean," he asserted.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:737,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2427}"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Aug 31) threw his support behind a ballot initiative aimed at legalising recreational marijuana use in Florida.

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday (Aug 31) threw his support behind a ballot initiative aimed at legalising recreational marijuana use in Florida. Taking to Truth Social, his social media platform, the former US president asserted his endorsement of the measure, and said, "Whether people like it or not, this will happen." Florida's Marijuana Initiative "In Florida, like so many other States that have already given their approval, personal amounts of marijuana will be legalised for adults with Amendment 3," said Trump. Also read | Kamala Harris slams Donald Trump's 'political stunt' at Arlington cemetery, comments: 'nothing new' Putting a spin on the 'Make America Great Again' movement, Trump said through the legalisation, "We will make America SAFE again!" He argued that individuals should not face criminal charges in Florida for actions that are legal in many other states. "Someone should not be a criminal in Florida when this is legal in so many other states," Trump wrote. "We do not need to ruin lives & waste Taxpayer Dollars arresting adults with personal amounts of it on them, and no one should grieve a loved one because they died from fentanyl-laced marijuana." Trump also advocated for regulations on public cannabis use "so we do not smell marijuana everywhere we go like we do in many of the Democrat-run Cities." × Marijuana and the US In the US, the push for decriminalisation is resonating nationwide. As per news agency AFP, three-quarters of Americans reside in states where marijuana is either legal for recreational or medical use, or strictly medical use. Support is especially prevalent among younger demographics, a group that has increasingly aligned with Trump's rival, Kamala Harris since she secured the Democratic nomination for president. Also read | Jeff Walz, brother of Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz, might support Trump However, the initiative, which is set to appear on the November ballot alongside the presidential election, has met with resistance from Governor Ron DeSantis and other state Republicans. Earlier this year, DeSantis voiced concerns that the amendment could turn Florida into a "San Francisco or Chicago." "We got to keep our streets clean," he asserted. (With inputs from agencies)

'Whether people like it or not' Donald Trump backs Marijuana legalisation in Florida

<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;:1774}">US Democratic Party nominee Kamala Harris's presidential campaign achieved a record-breaking fundraising milestone. On Sunday (August 25) Harris' campaign revealed that it has raised over $540 million in just over a month, "a record for any campaign in history."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:84,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1844}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:84,&quot;w&quot;:201,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1844}">$540 million raised</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:128,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}">The impressive fundraising total, as per AFP, includes contributions from the campaign itself, the Democratic National Committee (DNC), and joint fundraising committees.</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;:1937}">Notably, one-third of these donations came from first-time contributors, campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon said in a memo.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1986}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:716,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1986}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:226,&quot;w&quot;:635,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1986}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-campaign-worried-about-kamala-harris-extended-honeymoon-period-in-prez-race-753093">Trump campaign worried about Kamala Harris' 'extended honeymoon period' in prez race</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:258,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2018}">Dillon said that the campaign "officially crossed the $500 million mark," shortly before Harris’s nomination acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Thursday. The campaign saw its highest fundraising hour "since launch day," immediately following her speech.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:324,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2084}">"In just over a month since we launched our campaign, Team Harris-Walz raised $540 million - a record for any campaign in history."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:377,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2137}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:377,&quot;w&quot;:402,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2137}">How much has Donald Trump raised?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:421,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2181}">In contrast, Republican nominee Donald Trump's campaign reported $327 million in cash on hand at the start of August.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:453,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2213}">Harris's campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon described the Trump campaign's battleground infrastructure as "incredibly sparse" compared to Harris's growing network of supporters and volunteers. The current US Vice President's campaign, as per Dillon, has mobilised "a virtual army of volunteers."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:519,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2279}">"Meanwhile, Donald Trump's battleground infrastructure remains incredibly sparse," she added.</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;:2311}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:551,&quot;w&quot;:764,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2311}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:551,&quot;w&quot;:683,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2311}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-claims-biden-was-ousted-in-coup-raises-doubts-on-harriss-eligibility-752990">Trump claims Biden was ousted in 'coup,' raises doubts on Harris' eligibility to run for president</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;:2343}">With less than three weeks before their debate in Philadelphia on September 10, Harris and Trump are neck to neck in the polls.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:632,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2392}">59-year-old Harris, a former senator and prosecutor from California, has capitalised on the momentum of her strong performance at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. She has managed to narrow the gap with Trump and reverse the previous polling advantage held by the Republican.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:698,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2458}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:698,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2458}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US Democratic Party nominee Kamala Harris's presidential campaign achieved a record-breaking fundraising milestone. On Sunday (August 25) Harris' campaign revealed that it has raised over $540 million in just over a month, "a record for any campaign in history.

US Democratic Party nominee Kamala Harris's presidential campaign achieved a record-breaking fundraising milestone. On Sunday (August 25) Harris' campaign revealed that it has raised over $540 million in just over a month, "a record for any campaign in history." $540 million raised The impressive fundraising total, as per AFP, includes contributions from the campaign itself, the Democratic National Committee (DNC), and joint fundraising committees. Notably, one-third of these donations came from first-time contributors, campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon said in a memo. Also read | Trump campaign worried about Kamala Harris' 'extended honeymoon period' in prez race Dillon said that the campaign "officially crossed the $500 million mark," shortly before Harris’s nomination acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Thursday. The campaign saw its highest fundraising hour "since launch day," immediately following her speech. "In just over a month since we launched our campaign, Team Harris-Walz raised $540 million - a record for any campaign in history." How much has Donald Trump raised? In contrast, Republican nominee Donald Trump's campaign reported $327 million in cash on hand at the start of August. Harris's campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon described the Trump campaign's battleground infrastructure as "incredibly sparse" compared to Harris's growing network of supporters and volunteers. The current US Vice President's campaign, as per Dillon, has mobilised "a virtual army of volunteers." "Meanwhile, Donald Trump's battleground infrastructure remains incredibly sparse," she added. Also read | Trump claims Biden was ousted in 'coup,' raises doubts on Harris' eligibility to run for president With less than three weeks before their debate in Philadelphia on September 10, Harris and Trump are neck to neck in the polls. 59-year-old Harris, a former senator and prosecutor from California, has capitalised on the momentum of her strong performance at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. She has managed to narrow the gap with Trump and reverse the previous polling advantage held by the Republican. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris' historic haul: Democratic Party nominee raises over $540 million, mostly from first-time donors

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:67,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1765}">Less than a month after stepping up as the Democratic presidential candidate, US Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the race, moving ahead in polls and attracting large crowds at rallies across the United States. This week, the presumptive presidential candidate for the Democratic Party also landed on the cover of Time Magazine.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:97,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1847}">Kamala Harris' TIME cover has earned itself an unlikely admirer: Donald Trump, her political rival.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:129,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1879}">In his recent August 12 interview with Elon Musk on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, Trump described Harris as a "beautiful woman".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:178,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1928}">So far, so good, right? What can be construed as problematic is that Trump did not stop there. The Republican widely known for his anti-immigrant and at times blatantly racist comments went on to compare Harris' beauty with his wife Melania Trump.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:248,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1998}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:248,&quot;w&quot;:455,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1998}">Was Trump whitewashing Kamala Harris?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:293,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2043}">Just a few days back, Donald Trump questioned Kamala Harris's racial identity as a Black woman.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:325,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2075}">In a controversial interaction with African American journalists in Chicago on Jul&nbsp;31, former President Trump suggested that Kamala Harris had "turned Black" for political purposes.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:374,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2124}">He falsely claimed Kamala had initially identified as Indian, but "all of a sudden, she made a turn, and she became a Black person."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:422,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2172}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiGq5nc7fSHAxUDS2cHHc2TBVkQFnoECAQQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw3GhESZNpTyMv8rjKZfklBP&amp;arm=e" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fake-fake-trump-accuses-harris-of-turning-black-for-political-gain-kamala-calls-attack-same-old-show-746093" target="_blank">'Fake,&nbsp;fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:454,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2204}">Now, speaking to Musk, he praised Harris' beauty, comparing her to his wife, former First Lady Melania Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:503,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2253}">"She looks like the most beautiful actress ever to live," Trump remarked, seemingly downplaying her racial identity by comparing her to a different standard of beauty.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:552,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2302}">"It was a drawing, and actually, she looked very much like a great first lady, Melania," he said.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:584,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2334}">His comment can be seen merely as superficial praise. However, Trump also said that, "She didn't look like Kamala," which can also be seen as an attempt to whitewash Kamala Harris' identity as a person of colour and a try to box her into the traditional, Eurocentric standards of beauty.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:650,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2400}">"But of course, she's a beautiful woman, so we'll leave it at that," added Trump.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:686,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2436}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:686,&quot;w&quot;:207,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2436}">A U-turn on Harris?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:731,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2481}">Despite this compliment, Trump as usual didn't hold back on criticising Harris and her campaign.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:763,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:67,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2513}">He accused the media of giving Harris a "free ride" and not scrutinising her views adequately since she became the Democratic candidate. He also took a jab at Harris for avoiding interviews, a move that has been seized upon by Republicans as a sign of reluctance to engage with the media.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:845,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2595}"><strong><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:845,&quot;w&quot;:604,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2595}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:845,&quot;w&quot;:604,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2595}" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-backs-vance-in-childless-cat-ladies-controversy-says-he-said-that-because-family-is-good-745520">Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good'</a></strong></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:894,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:67,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2644}">Trump's criticisms extended beyond Harris' media appearances. In the same conversation with Musk, he accused Harris of attempting to mimic his policies, specifically citing her recent pledge to eliminate tax on tips—a policy Trump had previously proposed. He further claimed that Harris was trying to position herself as "more Trump than Trump," a tactic he dismissed as insincere.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:977,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2727}">The interview, which was delayed due to a reported cyberattack on X, also saw Trump veer into discussions on global warming, nuclear proliferation, and even the idea of moving to Venezuela if he loses the upcoming election.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:977,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2727}"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Less than a month after stepping up as the Democratic presidential candidate, US Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the race, moving ahead in polls and attracting large crowds at rallies across the United States.

Less than a month after stepping up as the Democratic presidential candidate, US Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the race, moving ahead in polls and attracting large crowds at rallies across the United States. This week, the presumptive presidential candidate for the Democratic Party also landed on the cover of Time Magazine. Kamala Harris' TIME cover has earned itself an unlikely admirer: Donald Trump, her political rival. In his recent August 12 interview with Elon Musk on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, Trump described Harris as a "beautiful woman". So far, so good, right? What can be construed as problematic is that Trump did not stop there. The Republican widely known for his anti-immigrant and at times blatantly racist comments went on to compare Harris' beauty with his wife Melania Trump. Was Trump whitewashing Kamala Harris? Just a few days back, Donald Trump questioned Kamala Harris's racial identity as a Black woman. In a controversial interaction with African American journalists in Chicago on Jul 31, former President Trump suggested that Kamala Harris had "turned Black" for political purposes. He falsely claimed Kamala had initially identified as Indian, but "all of a sudden, she made a turn, and she became a Black person." Also read | 'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain Now, speaking to Musk, he praised Harris' beauty, comparing her to his wife, former First Lady Melania Trump. "She looks like the most beautiful actress ever to live," Trump remarked, seemingly downplaying her racial identity by comparing her to a different standard of beauty. "It was a drawing, and actually, she looked very much like a great first lady, Melania," he said. His comment can be seen merely as superficial praise. However, Trump also said that, "She didn't look like Kamala," which can also be seen as an attempt to whitewash Kamala Harris' identity as a person of colour and a try to box her into the traditional, Eurocentric standards of beauty. "But of course, she's a beautiful woman, so we'll leave it at that," added Trump. A U-turn on Harris? Despite this compliment, Trump as usual didn't hold back on criticising Harris and her campaign. He accused the media of giving Harris a "free ride" and not scrutinising her views adequately since she became the Democratic candidate. He also took a jab at Harris for avoiding interviews, a move that has been seized upon by Republicans as a sign of reluctance to engage with the media. Also read | Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good' Trump's criticisms extended beyond Harris' media appearances. In the same conversation with Musk, he accused Harris of attempting to mimic his policies, specifically citing her recent pledge to eliminate tax on tips—a policy Trump had previously proposed. He further claimed that Harris was trying to position herself as "more Trump than Trump," a tactic he dismissed as insincere. The interview, which was delayed due to a reported cyberattack on X, also saw Trump veer into discussions on global warming, nuclear proliferation, and even the idea of moving to Venezuela if he loses the upcoming election. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump whitewashes Kamala Harris? Calls her ‘beautiful’ like wife Melania

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1851}">In his first televised interview after stepping back from the 2024 presidential race, President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning about Republican candidate Donald Trump, labelling him "a genuine danger to American security."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1922}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:85,&quot;w&quot;:207,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1922}">'Mark my words…'</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:130,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1967}">During an interview with CBS News, that aired on Sunday, Biden expressed deep concern over the potential consequences of a Trump victory. "Mark my words, if he wins… this election, watch what happens," Biden cautioned.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:197,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2034}">Biden emphasised the significance of the current global landscape, stating, "We're at an inflection point in world history. We really are… and democracy is the key."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:246,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2083}"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-bans-imports-from-five-chinese-companies-linked-to-uighur-forced-labour-749211">US bans imports from five Chinese companies linked to Uighur forced labour and 'genocide'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:279,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2116}">The US President said it was his obligation to the country to defeat Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:311,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2148}">"I think I have an obligation to the country to do what [is] the most important thing you can do, and that is, we must, we must, we must defeat Trump."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:361,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2198}">Biden said that Trump's recent statements underscore a threat to democracy.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:393,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2230}">"He evidenced everything that we thought," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:426,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2263}">"Now, January 6th, attack on the Capitol, he talks about now, because he now talks about making sure they're all, you know, let out of prison. He's gonna pardon them."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:475,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2312}">"Think of this. Every other time the Ku Klux Klan has been involved they wore hoods so they're not identified. Under his presidency, they came out of those woods with no hoods, knowing they had an ally. That's how I read it. They knew they had an ally in the White House. And he stepped up for them."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:546,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2383}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:546,&quot;w&quot;:346,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2383}">Will Trump accept another loss?</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:591,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2428}">The Democrat leader revealed that he is not confident that Trump would allow a peaceful transfer of power if he loses to Vice President Kamala Harris. He cautioned that a "bloodbath" was a real possibility.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:591,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2428}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:246,&quot;w&quot;:662,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2083}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:246,&quot;w&quot;:581,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2083}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-presidential-campaign-hacked-iranian-actors-blamed-by-his-team-749057">Donald Trump's presidential campaign hacked, Iranian actors blamed by his team</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:640,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2477}">"He means what he says. We don't take him seriously. He means it. All the stuff about, 'If we lose, it'll be a bloodbath …' Look what they're trying to do now in the local election districts where people count the votes. They're putting people in place in states that they're gonna 'count the votes,' right?"&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:707,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2544}">"You can't love your country only when you win," he stressed.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:740,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2577}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:740,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2577}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In his first televised interview after stepping back from the 2024 presidential race, President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning about Republican candidate Donald Trump, labelling him "a genuine danger to American security.

In his first televised interview after stepping back from the 2024 presidential race, President Joe Biden has issued a stark warning about Republican candidate Donald Trump, labelling him "a genuine danger to American security." 'Mark my words…' During an interview with CBS News, that aired on Sunday, Biden expressed deep concern over the potential consequences of a Trump victory. "Mark my words, if he wins… this election, watch what happens," Biden cautioned. Biden emphasised the significance of the current global landscape, stating, "We're at an inflection point in world history. We really are… and democracy is the key." Also read | US bans imports from five Chinese companies linked to Uighur forced labour and 'genocide' The US President said it was his obligation to the country to defeat Trump. "I think I have an obligation to the country to do what [is] the most important thing you can do, and that is, we must, we must, we must defeat Trump." Biden said that Trump's recent statements underscore a threat to democracy. "He evidenced everything that we thought," he said. "Now, January 6th, attack on the Capitol, he talks about now, because he now talks about making sure they're all, you know, let out of prison. He's gonna pardon them." "Think of this. Every other time the Ku Klux Klan has been involved they wore hoods so they're not identified. Under his presidency, they came out of those woods with no hoods, knowing they had an ally. That's how I read it. They knew they had an ally in the White House. And he stepped up for them." Will Trump accept another loss? The Democrat leader revealed that he is not confident that Trump would allow a peaceful transfer of power if he loses to Vice President Kamala Harris. He cautioned that a "bloodbath" was a real possibility. Also read | Donald Trump's presidential campaign hacked, Iranian actors blamed by his team "He means what he says. We don't take him seriously. He means it. All the stuff about, 'If we lose, it'll be a bloodbath …' Look what they're trying to do now in the local election districts where people count the votes. They're putting people in place in states that they're gonna 'count the votes,' right?" "You can't love your country only when you win," he stressed. (With inputs from agencies)

Joe Biden warns of ‘bloodbath’, calls Donald Trump a ‘genuine danger’ to democracy: ‘Mark my words...’

<p>Kamala Harris, the current US Vice President and the presumptive Democratic Party nominee as per reports, is set to meet with top contenders for her running mate on Sunday (August 4).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per CBS News, among those being interviewed are Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, both of whom are travelling to Washington for face-to-face discussions with Harris.</p>

<h2><strong>Who all is in the race?</strong></h2>

<p>Citing sources, the publication reports that like Joe Biden, Harris is also considering other candidates for the role, both in person and virtually. However, some of these individuals have not yet been publicly identified.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona is also said to be in the race and scheduled to meet Harris at her residence, reported New York Times, citing people who spoke on the condition of anonymity.</p>

<p>During his presidential campaign in 2020, Biden while selecting his vice-presidential running mate, conducted virtual meetings due to the pandemic, alongside in-person interviews.</p>

<h2><strong>Josh Shapiro</strong></h2>

<p>Governor Shapiro, who boasts a 60 per cent approval rating according to a recent Quinnipiac poll, is a highly regarded figure in Pennsylvania.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He has been elected statewide three times—twice as Attorney General and once as Governor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shapiro's tenure has been marked by his oversight of significant investigations into widespread sexual abuse by Catholic priests and the subsequent cover-ups.</p>

<h2><strong>Tim Walz</strong></h2>

<p>Governor Walz, currently serving his second term, is also noted for his high approval ratings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As a former congressman, Walz has advanced several progressive policies, including safeguarding abortion access, legalising recreational marijuana, providing free school meals to all kids, restricting gun access, and expanding paid family leave.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Other potential candidates</strong></h2>

<p>As per an Associated Press report citing sources familiar with the selection process, in addition to Walz and Shapiro, VP Harris is also interviewing Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.</p>

<p>President Biden commented on Friday that he has discussed the vice-presidential pick with Harris but refrained from providing specific advice on the qualities she should seek in a candidate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I'll let her work that out," Biden said when asked about the criteria for the selection.</p>

<p>Harris is expected to announce her vice-presidential choice by Tuesday (August 6). Despite already securing a majority of pledged and automatic delegates for the Democratic nomination, Harris' formal nomination process remains open until Monday.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Kamala Harris, the current US Vice President and the presumptive Democratic Party nominee as per reports, is set to meet with top contenders for her running mate on Sunday (August 4).

Kamala Harris, the current US Vice President and the presumptive Democratic Party nominee as per reports, is set to meet with top contenders for her running mate on Sunday (August 4). As per CBS News, among those being interviewed are Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, both of whom are travelling to Washington for face-to-face discussions with Harris. Who all is in the race? Citing sources, the publication reports that like Joe Biden, Harris is also considering other candidates for the role, both in person and virtually. However, some of these individuals have not yet been publicly identified. Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona is also said to be in the race and scheduled to meet Harris at her residence, reported New York Times, citing people who spoke on the condition of anonymity. During his presidential campaign in 2020, Biden while selecting his vice-presidential running mate, conducted virtual meetings due to the pandemic, alongside in-person interviews. Josh Shapiro Governor Shapiro, who boasts a 60 per cent approval rating according to a recent Quinnipiac poll, is a highly regarded figure in Pennsylvania. He has been elected statewide three times—twice as Attorney General and once as Governor. Shapiro's tenure has been marked by his oversight of significant investigations into widespread sexual abuse by Catholic priests and the subsequent cover-ups. Tim Walz Governor Walz, currently serving his second term, is also noted for his high approval ratings. As a former congressman, Walz has advanced several progressive policies, including safeguarding abortion access, legalising recreational marijuana, providing free school meals to all kids, restricting gun access, and expanding paid family leave. Other potential candidates As per an Associated Press report citing sources familiar with the selection process, in addition to Walz and Shapiro, VP Harris is also interviewing Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. President Biden commented on Friday that he has discussed the vice-presidential pick with Harris but refrained from providing specific advice on the qualities she should seek in a candidate. "I'll let her work that out," Biden said when asked about the criteria for the selection. Harris is expected to announce her vice-presidential choice by Tuesday (August 6). Despite already securing a majority of pledged and automatic delegates for the Democratic nomination, Harris' formal nomination process remains open until Monday. (With inputs from agencies)

Who will be Kamala Harris' running mate? Democrat interviews top VP picks including Shapiro, Walz, and more

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1772}">Donald Trump is truly the king of controversy. The Republican presidential candidate, known for his penchant for giving his rivals derisive nicknames — like 'sleepy Joe' — has now questioned the US Vice President Kamala Harris's racial identity.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:82,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1839}">In a controversial interaction with African American journalists in Chicago on Wednesday (Jul&nbsp;31), former President Trump suggested that Kamala Harris had "turned Black" for political purposes.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:719,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:131,&quot;w&quot;:719,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1888}" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-backs-vance-in-childless-cat-ladies-controversy-says-he-said-that-because-family-is-good-745520">Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:181,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1938}">This accusation marked an intensification of Trump's rhetoric against Harris, whom he falsely claimed had initially identified as Indian, but "all of a sudden, she made a turn, and she became a Black person."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:231,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:679,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1988}"><img alt="Former US President and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump answers questions as moderator and journalist Rachel Scott (R) looks on during the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago, Illinois, on July 31, 2024." bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:231,&quot;w&quot;:1200,&quot;h&quot;:675,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1988}" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d7989dac-f4f1-4472-b302-935423c27c1f" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New%20wion%20-%202024-08-01T083456.406.png" /></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:925,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:40,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2682}"><sub bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:930,&quot;w&quot;:705,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2687}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:930,&quot;w&quot;:705,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2687}"><sup bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:927,&quot;w&quot;:705,&quot;h&quot;:31,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2684}">Former US President and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump answers questions as moderator and journalist Rachel Scott (R) looks on during the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago, Illinois, on July 31, 2024. Photo: AFP.</sup></em></sub></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:980,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2737}">"So I don't know, is she Indian or is she Black?" he questioned.</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1016,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2773}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1016,&quot;w&quot;:450,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2773}">Kamala Harris responds to Trump's attack</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1061,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2818}">Responding to Donald Trump's comments at the National Association of Black Journalists conference, Harris dismissed the Republican's attacks as "the same old show" of "divisiveness and disrespect."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1111,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2868}">59-year-old Harris, as per news agency AFP, has consistently identified as Black and has even graduated from a historically Black university. A quick search on Google would show you that Kamala's father Donald J. Harris is of Jamaican heritage, while her late mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was a British citizen of Indian heritage.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1178,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2935}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1178,&quot;w&quot;:714,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2935}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1178,&quot;w&quot;:714,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2935}" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/facebook-targeting-trump-meta-calls-july-13-assassination-attempt-fictional-event-and-misinformation-745472">Facebook targeting Trump? Meta calls July 13 assassination attempt 'fictional event' and 'misinformation'</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1227,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2984}">Slamming Trump during an address to a sorority gathering Wednesday in Houston, Harris said, "The American people deserve better."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1277,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3034}">"We deserve a leader who understands that our differences do not divide us. They are an essential source of our strength."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1330,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3087}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1330,&quot;w&quot;:238,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3087}">Shockwaves expected</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1375,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3132}">The remarks by Trump, who has been attempting to boost his appeal among Black voters, are expected to send shockwaves through the 2024 presidential race, reports AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1425,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3182}">Trump's comments come as he navigates his campaign strategy less than 100 days before the election, following his conviction two months ago for felony fraud related to hush money payments to a porn star.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1474,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:52,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3231}">Later on Wednesday, at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Trump continued his verbal assault on Harris, accusing her of faking a Southern accent during a recent rally in Atlanta, Georgia. He contrasted Harris with himself, portraying her as a "radical left puppet candidate" while positioning himself as a fighter for America.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1541,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3298}">"The contrast could not be more stark," said Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1574,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3331}">"On the one hand you have a radical left puppet candidate who is fake fake fake, and on the other hand you have a president who will fight fight fight for America," he added.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1623,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3380}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:1623,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3380}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Donald Trump is truly the king of controversy. The Republican presidential candidate, known for his penchant for giving his rivals derisive nicknames — like 'sleepy Joe' — has now questioned the US Vice President Kamala Harris's racial identity.

Donald Trump is truly the king of controversy. The Republican presidential candidate, known for his penchant for giving his rivals derisive nicknames — like 'sleepy Joe' — has now questioned the US Vice President Kamala Harris's racial identity. In a controversial interaction with African American journalists in Chicago on Wednesday (Jul 31), former President Trump suggested that Kamala Harris had "turned Black" for political purposes. Also read | Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good' This accusation marked an intensification of Trump's rhetoric against Harris, whom he falsely claimed had initially identified as Indian, but "all of a sudden, she made a turn, and she became a Black person." Former US President and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump answers questions as moderator and journalist Rachel Scott (R) looks on during the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago, Illinois, on July 31, 2024. Photo: AFP. "So I don't know, is she Indian or is she Black?" he questioned. Kamala Harris responds to Trump's attack Responding to Donald Trump's comments at the National Association of Black Journalists conference, Harris dismissed the Republican's attacks as "the same old show" of "divisiveness and disrespect." 59-year-old Harris, as per news agency AFP, has consistently identified as Black and has even graduated from a historically Black university. A quick search on Google would show you that Kamala's father Donald J. Harris is of Jamaican heritage, while her late mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was a British citizen of Indian heritage. Also read | Facebook targeting Trump? Meta calls July 13 assassination attempt 'fictional event' and 'misinformation' Slamming Trump during an address to a sorority gathering Wednesday in Houston, Harris said, "The American people deserve better." "We deserve a leader who understands that our differences do not divide us. They are an essential source of our strength." Shockwaves expected The remarks by Trump, who has been attempting to boost his appeal among Black voters, are expected to send shockwaves through the 2024 presidential race, reports AFP. Trump's comments come as he navigates his campaign strategy less than 100 days before the election, following his conviction two months ago for felony fraud related to hush money payments to a porn star. Later on Wednesday, at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, Trump continued his verbal assault on Harris, accusing her of faking a Southern accent during a recent rally in Atlanta, Georgia. He contrasted Harris with himself, portraying her as a "radical left puppet candidate" while positioning himself as a fighter for America. "The contrast could not be more stark," said Trump. "On the one hand you have a radical left puppet candidate who is fake fake fake, and on the other hand you have a president who will fight fight fight for America," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

'Fake, fake': Trump accuses Harris of 'turning black' for political gain; Kamala calls attack 'same old show'

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1854}">Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (July 30) night issued a direct challenge to former President Donald Trump to debate her before the upcoming November election.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1904}">Speaking during a campaign rally in Atlanta, Harris slammed her Republican rival and said, "He won't debate, but he and his running mate sure seem to have a lot to say about me."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:113,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1953}">"Well, Donald, I do hope you'll reconsider to meet me on the debate stage because, as the saying goes, if you got something to say, say it to my face," she said to thunderous applause.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:162,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2002}">Watch what she said here:</p>

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<div bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:130,&quot;y&quot;:204,&quot;w&quot;:568,&quot;h&quot;:124,&quot;abs_x&quot;:163,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2044}" class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<blockquote bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:135,&quot;y&quot;:204,&quot;w&quot;:558,&quot;h&quot;:124,&quot;abs_x&quot;:168,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2044}" class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">
<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:196,&quot;y&quot;:243,&quot;w&quot;:472,&quot;h&quot;:31,&quot;abs_x&quot;:229,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2083}" dir="ltr" lang="en">Kamala Harris, in Atlanta, Georgia, challenges Trump to debate: “If you’ve got something to say, say it to my face.” <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:482,&quot;y&quot;:259,&quot;w&quot;:151,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:515,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2099}" href="https://t.co/uVyiq8f0Ve">pic.twitter.com/uVyiq8f0Ve</a></p>
— Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:492,&quot;y&quot;:287,&quot;w&quot;:77,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:525,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2127}" href="https://twitter.com/keithboykin/status/1818429122097607163?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:354,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2194}">Once again, pitching herself as the underdog in the race against Trump, Harris suggested that "momentum in this race is shifting and there are signs that Donald Trump is feeling it."&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:403,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2243}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:403,&quot;w&quot;:780,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2243}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:403,&quot;w&quot;:699,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2243}" href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-backs-vance-in-childless-cat-ladies-controversy-says-he-said-that-because-family-is-good-745520">Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good'</a></strong></p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:439,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2279}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:439,&quot;w&quot;:250,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2279}">Trump vs Harris debate</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:483,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2323}">Kamala Harris' open challenge to Donald Trump comes as a previously planned debate between Trump and President Joe Biden for September 10 was cancelled after Biden decided to drop out of the race.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:532,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2372}">Recently, on Monday (July 29), Trump, in an interview with Fox News, shared his mixed feelings about debating Harris and said he wanted to but could also "make a case for not doing it."</p>

<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2425}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:585,&quot;w&quot;:478,&quot;h&quot;:24,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2425}">Harris, Georgia, and the path to White House</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:629,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2469}">The rally marked Harris' first visit to Georgia since President Biden ended his re-election bid.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:661,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2501}">Emphasising the US state's significance in her campaign, she talked about the&nbsp;crucial role Georgia played in the 2020 election.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:710,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2550}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:710,&quot;w&quot;:524,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2550}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:88,&quot;y&quot;:710,&quot;w&quot;:443,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:121,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2550}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-repeats-you-wont-have-to-vote-any-more-claim-745699">Donald Trump repeats 'you won't have to vote any more' claim</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:742,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2582}">"I am very clear: The path to the White House runs right through this state," she declared.&nbsp;</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:774,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2614}">"You all helped us win in 2020 and we are going to do it again in 2024."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:806,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:51,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2646}">Harris also listed the key priorities for her potential administration: reintroducing a bipartisan border bill, combating price gouging, and capping unfair rent and prescription drug costs. As per CBS News, Harris' mention of the border bill was aimed at countering Republican criticism and highlighting her commitment to border security.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:872,&quot;w&quot;:813,&quot;h&quot;:17,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2712}"><em bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:872,&quot;w&quot;:182,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2712}">(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (July 30) night issued a direct challenge to former President Donald Trump to debate her before the upcoming November election.

Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday (July 30) night issued a direct challenge to former President Donald Trump to debate her before the upcoming November election. Speaking during a campaign rally in Atlanta, Harris slammed her Republican rival and said, "He won't debate, but he and his running mate sure seem to have a lot to say about me." "Well, Donald, I do hope you'll reconsider to meet me on the debate stage because, as the saying goes, if you got something to say, say it to my face," she said to thunderous applause. Watch what she said here: Kamala Harris, in Atlanta, Georgia, challenges Trump to debate: “If you’ve got something to say, say it to my face.” pic.twitter.com/uVyiq8f0Ve — Keith Boykin (@keithboykin) July 30, 2024 × Once again, pitching herself as the underdog in the race against Trump, Harris suggested that "momentum in this race is shifting and there are signs that Donald Trump is feeling it." Also read | Trump backs Vance in 'childless cat ladies' controversy, says he said that because 'family is good' Trump vs Harris debate Kamala Harris' open challenge to Donald Trump comes as a previously planned debate between Trump and President Joe Biden for September 10 was cancelled after Biden decided to drop out of the race. Recently, on Monday (July 29), Trump, in an interview with Fox News, shared his mixed feelings about debating Harris and said he wanted to but could also "make a case for not doing it." Harris, Georgia, and the path to White House The rally marked Harris' first visit to Georgia since President Biden ended his re-election bid. Emphasising the US state's significance in her campaign, she talked about the crucial role Georgia played in the 2020 election. Also read | Donald Trump repeats 'you won't have to vote any more' claim "I am very clear: The path to the White House runs right through this state," she declared. "You all helped us win in 2020 and we are going to do it again in 2024." Harris also listed the key priorities for her potential administration: reintroducing a bipartisan border bill, combating price gouging, and capping unfair rent and prescription drug costs. As per CBS News, Harris' mention of the border bill was aimed at countering Republican criticism and highlighting her commitment to border security. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris dares Donald Trump to debate: 'Say it to my face!'

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:14,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2003}">Elon Musk, the Tesla, and SpaceX CEO, has alleged that Sundar Pichai-run Google is interfering in the 2024 US Elections and has warned the tech giant that the company is going to face "a lot of trouble".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:80,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2069}">The X owner, on his social media platform, posted a screenshot of a Google search as evidence for the alleged election interference. In it, a search for "President Donald" can be seen bringing up results, including "President Donald Duck" and "President Donald Regan" but not Donald Trump.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:146,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2135}">Posting the screenshot, Musk wrote,&nbsp;"Wow, Google has a search ban on President Donald Trump! Election interference?"</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:171,&quot;y&quot;:244,&quot;w&quot;:357,&quot;h&quot;:60,&quot;abs_x&quot;:204,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2233}" dir="ltr" lang="en">Wow, Google has a search ban on President Donald Trump!<br bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:372,&quot;y&quot;:260,&quot;w&quot;:0,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:405,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2249}" />
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Election interference? <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:338,&quot;y&quot;:290,&quot;w&quot;:163,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:371,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2279}" href="https://t.co/dJzgVAAFZA">pic.twitter.com/dJzgVAAFZA</a></p>
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:396,&quot;y&quot;:318,&quot;w&quot;:77,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:429,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2307}" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1817765530255659127?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:384,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2373}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:384,&quot;w&quot;:637,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2373}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:384,&quot;w&quot;:637,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2373}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/diversity-hire-elon-musk-shares-ai-generated-video-of-kamala-harris-ahead-of-us-elections-watch-745084">Diversity hire?': Elon Musk shares controversial video of Kamala Harris ahead of US elections. Watch!</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:433,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2422}">Replying to a user's comment on his post, he further said, "They're getting themselves into a lot of trouble if they interfere with the election."</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:171,&quot;y&quot;:532,&quot;w&quot;:357,&quot;h&quot;:30,&quot;abs_x&quot;:204,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2521}" dir="ltr" lang="en">They’re getting themselves into a lot of trouble if they interfere with the election</p>
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:396,&quot;y&quot;:575,&quot;w&quot;:77,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:429,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2564}" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1817766567771320795?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<h2 bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:645,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:26,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2634}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:645,&quot;w&quot;:332,&quot;h&quot;:25,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2634}">Mixed reactions to Musk's post</strong></h2>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:690,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:16,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2679}">Musk, who in his rights is a controversial figure, has triggered mixed reactions to his post.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:722,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2711}">People left comments like "Google is owned by Democrats," and "Democrats CANNOT win without interfering and cheating in every election".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:770,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2759}">A third user falsely reiterated Trump's&nbsp;claim that he had won the 2020 US elections and said, "They don't even hide it anymore. Not sure who needs to hear this but TRUMP WON IN 2020 TOO."</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:836,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2825}">On the other hand, some users slammed Musk and questioned him, "And you have a search ban on so many accounts you don't like. What's the difference?".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:885,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2874}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:885,&quot;w&quot;:644,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2874}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:885,&quot;w&quot;:644,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2874}" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-shooter-thomas-crooks-was-spotted-by-cops-nearly-100-minutes-before-shooting-report-745175">Trump shooter Thomas Crooks was spotted by cops nearly 100 minutes before shooting: Report</a></strong></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:934,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2923}">Some users have meanwhile jumped in with their support for "President Donald Duck". One user wrote,&nbsp;"President Donald Duck sounds good ngl".</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:983,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:50,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2972}">A Google search by WION for the keywords "President Donald" had "President Donald Trump" among its results. However, as per an X user, the search limitation for results related to Trump are only valid for the US.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1049,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:678,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3038}"><img alt="Elon Musk, Trump, Google 2" bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1049,&quot;w&quot;:1199,&quot;h&quot;:674,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3038}" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="da34f52b-e70d-4f1a-bef8-6dc8ff5ca505" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New%20wion%20-%202024-07-29T131416.985_0.png" /></p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1743,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3732}">"Interesting, via Canada it is correct (screenshot below). VPN to US, same results as you: 'president Donald Duck'," said the user woonomic.</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:7,&quot;y&quot;:1792,&quot;w&quot;:649,&quot;h&quot;:33,&quot;abs_x&quot;:40,&quot;abs_y&quot;:3781}">However, a WION search using a US location VPN had "President Donald Trump" among its results.</p>

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Elon Musk, the Tesla, and SpaceX CEO, has alleged that Sundar Pichai-run Google is interfering in the 2024 US Elections and has warned the tech giant that the company is going to face "a lot of trouble".

Elon Musk, the Tesla, and SpaceX CEO, has alleged that Sundar Pichai-run Google is interfering in the 2024 US Elections and has warned the tech giant that the company is going to face "a lot of trouble". The X owner, on his social media platform, posted a screenshot of a Google search as evidence for the alleged election interference. In it, a search for "President Donald" can be seen bringing up results, including "President Donald Duck" and "President Donald Regan" but not Donald Trump. Posting the screenshot, Musk wrote, "Wow, Google has a search ban on President Donald Trump! Election interference?" Wow, Google has a search ban on President Donald Trump! Election interference? pic.twitter.com/dJzgVAAFZA — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 29, 2024 × Also read | Diversity hire?': Elon Musk shares controversial video of Kamala Harris ahead of US elections. Watch! Replying to a user's comment on his post, he further said, "They're getting themselves into a lot of trouble if they interfere with the election." They’re getting themselves into a lot of trouble if they interfere with the election — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 29, 2024 × Mixed reactions to Musk's post Musk, who in his rights is a controversial figure, has triggered mixed reactions to his post. People left comments like "Google is owned by Democrats," and "Democrats CANNOT win without interfering and cheating in every election". A third user falsely reiterated Trump's claim that he had won the 2020 US elections and said, "They don't even hide it anymore. Not sure who needs to hear this but TRUMP WON IN 2020 TOO." On the other hand, some users slammed Musk and questioned him, "And you have a search ban on so many accounts you don't like. What's the difference?". Also read | Trump shooter Thomas Crooks was spotted by cops nearly 100 minutes before shooting: Report Some users have meanwhile jumped in with their support for "President Donald Duck". One user wrote, "President Donald Duck sounds good ngl". A Google search by WION for the keywords "President Donald" had "President Donald Trump" among its results. However, as per an X user, the search limitation for results related to Trump are only valid for the US. "Interesting, via Canada it is correct (screenshot below). VPN to US, same results as you: 'president Donald Duck'," said the user woonomic. However, a WION search using a US location VPN had "President Donald Trump" among its results.

President Donald...Duck?: Elon Musk claims Google biased against Trump, interfering in US Elections

<p>The Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris presidential race is heating up. On Saturday, the two political rivals traded barbs from afar, calling each other names. While Harris called Donald Trump "just plain weird," Trump in exchange painted her as an "evil," and "unhinged" person.</p>

<p>This war of words marked a tumultuous week in the 2024 presidential race.</p>

<h2><strong>'He said- she said'</strong></h2>

<p>Harris' comments, as per Reuters, came just a few days after she ascended to the top of the presidential nominee list after being backed by US President Joe Biden.</p>

<p>During a private fundraiser headlined by singer-songwriter James Taylor, Harris criticised Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance's rhetoric was "just plain weird."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-christians-they-wouldnt-have-to-vote-again-if-he-is-elected-watch-744805">Trump tells Christians they 'wouldn't have to vote again' if he wins 2024 presidential election - WATCH</a></strong></p>

<p>Harris called herself an "underdog," and said, "We are the underdogs in this race, but this is a people-powered campaign."</p>

<p>"Donald Trump has been resorting to some wild lies about my record. And some of what he and his running mate are saying, well, it's just plain weird," she said.</p>

<p>The phrase 'weird' as per the report represents a new Democratic strategy, with the Harris campaign portraying Trump as "old and quite weird."</p>

<p>At the fundraiser, Harris, 59, contrasted her prosecutorial background with Trump's criminal record, framing her campaign as forward-looking in contrast to what she termed 'felon' Trump's desire to return the country to a "dark past."</p>

<p>Hours later, Trump retaliated at a rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota, accusing Harris of wanting to "destroy the country" and attacking her stance on public safety and immigration. Trump, 78, described Harris as "even worse" than Biden, declaring that her presidency would end the American dream.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-faces-uphill-battle-polls-show-struggles-to-win-over-male-voters-744754">Kamala Harris faces uphill battle: Polls show potential Democratic prez pick struggles to win over male voters</a></strong></p>

<p>"If a crazy liberal like Kamala Harris gets in, the American dream is dead," Trump said.</p>

<p>Trump's speech was filled with grievances and baseless claims about election fraud.</p>

<p>Harris' candidacy has revitalised the Democratic campaign, which had struggled with doubts about Biden's viability.</p>

<p>Since Biden's exit, Harris has raised over $100 million, including $1.4 million at Saturday's fundraiser attended by around 800 supporters.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris presidential race is heating up. On Saturday, the two political rivals traded barbs from afar, calling each other names. While Harris called Donald Trump "just plain weird," Trump in exchange painted her as an "evil," and "unhinged" person.

The Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris presidential race is heating up. On Saturday, the two political rivals traded barbs from afar, calling each other names. While Harris called Donald Trump "just plain weird," Trump in exchange painted her as an "evil," and "unhinged" person. This war of words marked a tumultuous week in the 2024 presidential race. 'He said- she said' Harris' comments, as per Reuters, came just a few days after she ascended to the top of the presidential nominee list after being backed by US President Joe Biden. During a private fundraiser headlined by singer-songwriter James Taylor, Harris criticised Trump and his running mate, Senator JD Vance's rhetoric was "just plain weird." Also read | Trump tells Christians they 'wouldn't have to vote again' if he wins 2024 presidential election - WATCH Harris called herself an "underdog," and said, "We are the underdogs in this race, but this is a people-powered campaign." "Donald Trump has been resorting to some wild lies about my record. And some of what he and his running mate are saying, well, it's just plain weird," she said. The phrase 'weird' as per the report represents a new Democratic strategy, with the Harris campaign portraying Trump as "old and quite weird." At the fundraiser, Harris, 59, contrasted her prosecutorial background with Trump's criminal record, framing her campaign as forward-looking in contrast to what she termed 'felon' Trump's desire to return the country to a "dark past." Hours later, Trump retaliated at a rally in St. Cloud, Minnesota, accusing Harris of wanting to "destroy the country" and attacking her stance on public safety and immigration. Trump, 78, described Harris as "even worse" than Biden, declaring that her presidency would end the American dream. Also read | Kamala Harris faces uphill battle: Polls show potential Democratic prez pick struggles to win over male voters "If a crazy liberal like Kamala Harris gets in, the American dream is dead," Trump said. Trump's speech was filled with grievances and baseless claims about election fraud. Harris' candidacy has revitalised the Democratic campaign, which had struggled with doubts about Biden's viability. Since Biden's exit, Harris has raised over $100 million, including $1.4 million at Saturday's fundraiser attended by around 800 supporters. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump vs Harris: From 'evil' to 'just plain weird' the Republican vs Democrat war of words heat up