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US President Joe Biden took the stage in front of Michigan voters on Friday (Jul 12), insisting that he was 'OK' for the run-in against former president Donald Trump but ended up making another gaffe.

In other news,&nbsp;North Korea expressed strong condemnation of the declaration issued at the recent NATO summit.

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US President Joe Biden took the stage in front of Michigan voters on Friday (Jul 12), insisting that he was 'OK' for the run-in against former president Donald Trump but ended up making another gaffe.

US President Joe Biden took the stage in front of Michigan voters on Friday (Jul 12), insisting that he was 'OK' for the run-in against former president Donald Trump but ended up making another gaffe. In other news, North Korea expressed strong condemnation of the declaration issued at the recent NATO summit. Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial dismissed by judge over withheld evidence Click on the links to read more... Biden tells supporters he is 'OK' but ends up flubbing congresswoman's name Biden was campaigning in the crucial swing state, a day after misidentifying Volodymyr Zelensky and Kamala Harris as President Putin and Trump respectively in his public speeches. North Korea strongly condemns NATO summit declaration North Korea claimed that US efforts to strengthen military alliances with NATO and Asian countries like South Korea and Japan are a significant factor in heightened regional tensions, a worsening global security situation, and a potential arms race. Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial dismissed by judge over withheld evidence A New Mexico judge dismissed Alec Baldwin's trial for involuntary manslaughter on Friday after ruling that the state had withheld key evidence over the fatal shooting on the set of Rust. Elon Musk throws his weight behind Donald Trump with 'sizeable' donation Billionaire business magnate Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has reportedly made a 'sizeable' donation to America PAC, a super political action committee dedicated to supporting former US President Donald Trump's bid for re-election. Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu presses for total victory ×

Morning news brief: Biden drops another gaffe; Musk donates to Trump; and more

A growing number of Democrats in the US House of Representatives are calling on Democratic President Joe Biden to end his reelection bid after the 81-year-old incumbent's halting debate performance against Republican rival Donald Trump.

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The American President Joe Biden who is 81 years old is under pressure. He is constantly being monitored for any missteps gaps and age related befuddlement. Since his disastrous debate performance against the Republican rival Donald Trump trickle of demands for him to give up his re-election bid is now slowly turning into a bit of a stream. It could well become a flood after a crucial Press conference that the 81-year-old American President will address at the NATO Summit on Thursday.

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Republican National Committee has released a Donald Trump endorse platform that softens the party's decades-long position on abortion and gay marriage, omitting the explicit-basis for a national ban for the first time in 40 years.

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As Biden faces donor backlash after a ‘disappointing’ election debate with Donald Trump, we turn the spotlight on the influence of donors in US Elections.

Two things dictate election outcomes: money &amp; sentiment.

While sentiments are mostly controlled by managing social media narratives and shifting blame.

Money can make or break a political party in real-time.

Biden’s political campaign is a prime example.

Biden has enjoyed monetary support from major businesses &amp; Hollywood investors.

But now that support is waning, as donors demand a replacement.

How will that affect Biden, who is currently working on reviving his image on social media?

Political donations provide the necessary funds for candidates to run effective campaigns, covering costs for advertising, staff, events, and outreach efforts.

The influence of donors extends beyond financial contributions,

They often sway over campaign priorities and candidate positioning on key issues.

Biden’s loss is Trump’s gain.

The former president has gained a significant financial edge over Biden.

In the second quarter, trump raised 331 million dollars, surpassing Biden’s 264 million dollars.

This fund surge includes a substantial 50 million dollar donation from Timothy Mellon and additional support from other high-profile donors.

Trump's increasing financial resources contrast sharply with Biden’s situation, where the drying up of donor funds has heightened democratic anxiety.

As the election approaches, both campaigns are vying for the crucial support of their wealthy backers, which could ultimately determine the outcome in November.

But the main question is? Can Biden’s funding exodus hurt his political prospects?

It helped Barack Obama, who secured over 500 million dollars more than Republicans in 2008, and over 250 million dollars in 2012.

The number of donors also increased considerably, with over 500,000 more donors in 2012 compared to 2008.

Over the decades, the role of donors in presidential campaigns has evolved significantly.

The emergence of super political action committees in 2010 reshaped the fundraising landscape,

Allowing donors to contribute unlimited amounts to support candidates indirectly.

In recent election cycles, these super PACs have become major players, wielding substantial financial influence through extensive advertising campaigns and grassroots mobilisation efforts.

Along with the wealthy donors, individual donors have also become important contributors.

For example, in the 2016 election cycle, 71 per cent of Hillary Clinton’s total fundraising and 40 per cent of Donald Trump's came from individual donors.

This number has only increased since then.

This reflects a trend where wealthy contributors and individuals play a critical role in financing campaigns, shaping policy agendas, and influencing voter perceptions.

The ability to attract and retain donor support often determines a candidate's financial viability and electoral competitiveness.

As Biden faces donor backlash after a ‘disappointing’ election debate with Donald Trump, we turn the spotlight on the influence of donors in US Elections. Two things dictate election outcomes: money & sentiment.

As Biden faces donor backlash after a ‘disappointing’ election debate with Donald Trump, we turn the spotlight on the influence of donors in US Elections. Two things dictate election outcomes: money & sentiment. While sentiments are mostly controlled by managing social media narratives and shifting blame. Money can make or break a political party in real-time. Biden’s political campaign is a prime example. Biden has enjoyed monetary support from major businesses & Hollywood investors. But now that support is waning, as donors demand a replacement. How will that affect Biden, who is currently working on reviving his image on social media? Political donations provide the necessary funds for candidates to run effective campaigns, covering costs for advertising, staff, events, and outreach efforts. The influence of donors extends beyond financial contributions, They often sway over campaign priorities and candidate positioning on key issues. Biden’s loss is Trump’s gain. The former president has gained a significant financial edge over Biden. In the second quarter, trump raised 331 million dollars, surpassing Biden’s 264 million dollars. This fund surge includes a substantial 50 million dollar donation from Timothy Mellon and additional support from other high-profile donors. Trump's increasing financial resources contrast sharply with Biden’s situation, where the drying up of donor funds has heightened democratic anxiety. As the election approaches, both campaigns are vying for the crucial support of their wealthy backers, which could ultimately determine the outcome in November. But the main question is? Can Biden’s funding exodus hurt his political prospects? It helped Barack Obama, who secured over 500 million dollars more than Republicans in 2008, and over 250 million dollars in 2012. The number of donors also increased considerably, with over 500,000 more donors in 2012 compared to 2008. Over the decades, the role of donors in presidential campaigns has evolved significantly. The emergence of super political action committees in 2010 reshaped the fundraising landscape, Allowing donors to contribute unlimited amounts to support candidates indirectly. In recent election cycles, these super PACs have become major players, wielding substantial financial influence through extensive advertising campaigns and grassroots mobilisation efforts. Along with the wealthy donors, individual donors have also become important contributors. For example, in the 2016 election cycle, 71 per cent of Hillary Clinton’s total fundraising and 40 per cent of Donald Trump's came from individual donors. This number has only increased since then. This reflects a trend where wealthy contributors and individuals play a critical role in financing campaigns, shaping policy agendas, and influencing voter perceptions. The ability to attract and retain donor support often determines a candidate's financial viability and electoral competitiveness.

Financial flux: Donor dynamics shift election landscape

The US President Joe Biden has been leaving no stone unturned to deflect a push back from his fellow Democrats. The 81-year-old has been trying to project enough strength for his reelection bid amid growing concerns over his candidacy. Watch in for more details!

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