We are just 45 days away from the biggest election in American history. Early voting has begun in 4 states. The first Presidential debate is less than 2 weeks away. WION's Palki Sharma gets you the controversies surrounding the buildup.

Gravitas: 45 days to go for U.S. Election

The president has in recent months assailed the voting process without evidence, saying it could result in widespread fraud

US Election 2020: Twitter places warning label on Trump tweet about voting by mail

US President Donald Trump questions the accuracy of the 2020 results and on the other hand, the US tax payers are carrying the burden of Trump's businesses. Watch report.

US government spending millions on Trump's businesses? Taxpayers carrying the burden

Billionaire Mike Bloomberg will spend at least US$100 million to boost Democratic candidate Joe Biden's prospects in Florida, a battleground state that could sway the presidential election's outcome. Watch report.

US Election 2020: Biden gets $100 MN boost from Bloomberg

In open defiance of state regulations and his own administration’s pandemic health guidelines, President Donald Trump on September 13 hosted his first indoor rally since June with a packed, mask-less Nevada crowd. Trump said that Biden is not qualified to become the President of the United States of America.

Trump rails against democratic rival: 'Biden not qualified to be President'

US President Donald Trump has managed to pick another victory for US diplomacy in west Asia ahead of his re-elections bid in November. Trump's 2nd deal with Israel and Bahrain is the new US diplomacy.

Victory for Trump’s diplomacy: Two west Asia peace deals in a month

The national conventions have drawn the battle lines for the final week of the election and soon the two candidates will be engaging in a war. Watch report

Trump vs Biden: Election campaign kick into high gear | US Elections 2020

President Donald Trump on September 8 said that he is willing to spend as much as $100M from his own pocket in his re-election bid as his campaign argued that he could clinch a landslide second-term victory.

US Elections 2020: Trump ready to spend from his pocket

The Democrats are all set for upcoming US elections as their convention ended with fanfare and fireworks. The highlights of Day 4 was the acceptance speech given by now presidential nominee Joe Biden. Now all eyes are on the Republican event where Donald Trump will be nominated as the presidential candidate.

US Election 2020: Trump prepares to seize the national spotlight for R.N.C.

Former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton gave a speech at the 2020 Democratic National Convention. Hillary said, "Joe and Kamala can win by 3 million votes and still lose, so we need numbers overwhelming so that Trump can't sneak or steal his way of victory."

Hillary Clinton at DNC 2020: "We need numbers overwhelming so that Trump can't steal victory"

As the US is now inching closer to its Presidential elections in November, the first-ever Digital National Convention of the Democratic party is currently underway in Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

DNC day 3: Spotlight on Kamala Harris, First virtual convention in US history

Former President Barack Obama in his speech at the Democratic National Convention 2020 pointed criticism of President Donald Trump. He argued that his successor has turned the presidency into “one more reality show that he can use to get the attention he craves.”

Barack Obama speech at DNC 2020: Trump hasn't grown into the job

Bill Clinton, one of the four men still living who understands what it takes to be President, lambasted the current occupant of the White House in his convention speech on Tuesday, questioning Donald Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and casting his White House as a chaotic “storm.”

2020 DNC: Joe Biden wins Presidential nomination | First virtual convention in U.S history

Democratic National Convention Day 2: Clinton questions Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic

The 2020 Democratic National Convention has begun from August 17–20, 2020 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At the convention, delegates of the United States Democratic Party will formally choose the party's nominees for president and vice president in the 2020 United States presidential election. It is largely a virtual convention due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and it is officially centered at the Wisconsin Center.

US Elections 2020: 2020 National Convention begins in Milwaukee

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, who challenged Biden for the nomination from the progressive left, addressed the convention and made a pitch for Joe Biden.

2020 Democratic Convention underway in Milwaukee: Sanders makes pitch for Joe Biden

Ballot by mail is not the new way to vote but it is getting fresh attention in the United States. Speaker Nancy Pelosi will summon the House of Representatives to return in session this coming week to confront President Donald Trump’s attempts to undermine the US Postal Service.

US 2020 Elections: US postal ballot service pulled in political fight

Presumptive Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden and Kamala Harris made their debut as running mates together. The event took place in an intimate setting in Delaware.

US 2020 Elections: Biden-Harris duo make first appearance in Delaware

US President Donald Trump in an interview refused to publically commit to accepting the results of the upcoming presidential polls if he were to lose. Watch report.

Donald trump on 2020 Presidential elections: May not accept results if defeated

Following a lot of criticism for Tulsa rally last month, US President Donald Trump will conduct an outdoor campaign rally in New Hampshire, his team announced on Sunday.&nbsp;

The "Make America Great Again" rally will be held on July 11 in Portsmouth, his campaign team said in a statement, reported AFP.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-coronavirus-will-sort-of-just-disappear-even-as-us-sets-new-record-for-cases-310291">Trump says coronavirus will 'sort of just disappear' even as US sets new record for cases</a>

It also said all attendees would be provided "ample access to hand sanitiser" and face masks that "they are strongly encouraged to wear".

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-supporters-slam-ivanka-for-wearing-face-mask-310837">Trump supporters slam Ivanka for wearing face mask</a>

Earlier, the US president held a rally on June 20 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which was severely criticised as coronavirus prevention measures, such as social distancing and wearing a face mask were flouted.&nbsp;

Despite Trump's claims of over a million people requesting tickets for Tulsa rally, images showed the stadium filled less than a third of its capacity.&nbsp;

Trump is facing severe backlash in the US due to his response to the coronavirus outbreak and anti-racism protests and is trailing for weeks behind his Democratic presidential rival Joe Biden.&nbsp;

Though there are calls to keep caution while interpreting poll trends, experts have noted that Biden's lead over Trump is far more than Hillary Clinton had against Trump at this point ahead of the 2016 polls.&nbsp; 
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Following a lot of criticism for Tulsa rally last month, US President Donald Trump will conduct an outdoor campaign rally in New Hampshire, his team announced on Sunday.

Following a lot of criticism for Tulsa rally last month, US President Donald Trump will conduct an outdoor campaign rally in New Hampshire, his team announced on Sunday. The "Make America Great Again" rally will be held on July 11 in Portsmouth, his campaign team said in a statement, reported AFP. Also read | Trump says coronavirus will 'sort of just disappear' even as US sets new record for cases It also said all attendees would be provided "ample access to hand sanitiser" and face masks that "they are strongly encouraged to wear". Also read | Trump supporters slam Ivanka for wearing face mask Earlier, the US president held a rally on June 20 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which was severely criticised as coronavirus prevention measures, such as social distancing and wearing a face mask were flouted. Despite Trump's claims of over a million people requesting tickets for Tulsa rally, images showed the stadium filled less than a third of its capacity. Trump is facing severe backlash in the US due to his response to the coronavirus outbreak and anti-racism protests and is trailing for weeks behind his Democratic presidential rival Joe Biden. Though there are calls to keep caution while interpreting poll trends, experts have noted that Biden's lead over Trump is far more than Hillary Clinton had against Trump at this point ahead of the 2016 polls.

Donald Trump to hold outdoor campaign rally in New Hampshire

Democratic presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders has decided to of the race for US presidency, his campaign team said leaving former US vice president Joe Biden to take on President in the US polls set to take place later this year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-democratic-presidential-polls-held-in-wisconsin-despite-coronavirus-crisis-291363">Also Read:&nbsp;US Democratic presidential polls held in Wisconsin despite coronavirus crisis</a>

The official statement by Sanders will take place in a short while.

Sanders,78, reportedly told his campaign team that "he is suspending his campaign for president," his aides said in a statement.

The Democratic candidate's&nbsp;decision comes just hours after the Wisconsin primaries where voting took place despite the coronavirus crisis sweeping America.

Sanders was earlier the frontrunner in the Democratic race but was stopped midway by Biden's surging wins at the US primaries leading to his final exit. 
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Democratic presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders has decided to of the race for US presidency, his campaign team said leaving former US vice president Joe Biden to take on President in the US polls set to take place later this year.

Democratic presidential candidate Senator Bernie Sanders has decided to of the race for US presidency, his campaign team said leaving former US vice president Joe Biden to take on President in the US polls set to take place later this year. Also Read: US Democratic presidential polls held in Wisconsin despite coronavirus crisis The official statement by Sanders will take place in a short while. Sanders,78, reportedly told his campaign team that "he is suspending his campaign for president," his aides said in a statement. The Democratic candidate's decision comes just hours after the Wisconsin primaries where voting took place despite the coronavirus crisis sweeping America. Sanders was earlier the frontrunner in the Democratic race but was stopped midway by Biden's surging wins at the US primaries leading to his final exit.

Bernie Sanders drops out of US presidential race, Biden to take on Trump in 2020 polls

In this segment of WION, we brings to you key takeaways from the Special counsel Mueller’s report that has been released to the public. Watch full video to know more.

Mueller Report: Trump campaign did not collude with Russia

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Wall Street stocks rose early Wednesday after Democrats won control of the House of Representatives in key midterm elections even as President Donald Trump's Republican party increased its Senate majority.

About 20 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.8 percent at 25,829.66, gaining speed after the open.

The broad-based S&amp;P 500 advanced 0.9 percent to 2,781.46, and the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index gained 1.0 percent to 7,451.92.

With a handful of races still too close to call, Democrats were on track to capture some 30-35 House seats, taking control and providing a check on Trump's policies.&nbsp;

But Republicans appeared likely to win three to five Senate seats and solidify their control of the upper house following Tuesday night's vote.

Analysts said the market's gains reflected relief that an event viewed as a source of uncertainty had finally passed.

A Democratic sweep of Congress would have been seen as a threat to Trump's agenda and providing momentum to calls for an impeachment investigation, while a Republican sweep would have bolstered the odds for additional tax cuts that could have worsened the US fiscal outlook, analysts said.

Goldman Sachs said the election would yield no major changes on taxes or trade, while an infrastructure deal "seems unlikely."&nbsp;

But Goldman said the Democratic win in the House opens the door to potential passage of legislation to limit drug prices, an objective Trump has also emphasized at times.

Wall Street stocks rose early Wednesday after Democrats won control of the House of Representatives in key midterm elections even as President Donald Trump's Republican party increased its Senate majority.

Wall Street stocks rose early Wednesday after Democrats won control of the House of Representatives in key midterm elections even as President Donald Trump's Republican party increased its Senate majority. About 20 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.8 percent at 25,829.66, gaining speed after the open. The broad-based S&P 500 advanced 0.9 percent to 2,781.46, and the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index gained 1.0 percent to 7,451.92. With a handful of races still too close to call, Democrats were on track to capture some 30-35 House seats, taking control and providing a check on Trump's policies. But Republicans appeared likely to win three to five Senate seats and solidify their control of the upper house following Tuesday night's vote. Analysts said the market's gains reflected relief that an event viewed as a source of uncertainty had finally passed. A Democratic sweep of Congress would have been seen as a threat to Trump's agenda and providing momentum to calls for an impeachment investigation, while a Republican sweep would have bolstered the odds for additional tax cuts that could have worsened the US fiscal outlook, analysts said. Goldman Sachs said the election would yield no major changes on taxes or trade, while an infrastructure deal "seems unlikely." But Goldman said the Democratic win in the House opens the door to potential passage of legislation to limit drug prices, an objective Trump has also emphasized at times.

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Asian markets were on tenterhooks on Wednesday as early state exit polls in the US&nbsp;presidential election showed wins for both candidates and no clear trend as yet, causing a nervous shift back to safe haven assets.

Asian stocks and US&nbsp;stock futures edged 0.5 per cent higher in volatile trade, while the Dollar slipped on the Yen and Euro as investors hedged against the risk of a shock win by Republican Donald Trump.

Both Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton scored early victories in their bitter race, with Trump winning as expected in conservative Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia and Clinton capturing liberal Vermont.

The victories in the four states were long predicted and not especially significant in a national race where opinion polls show Clinton has an edge.

Markets have tended to favour Clinton as a status quo candidate who would be considered a safe pair of hands at home on the world stage.

&quot;In contrast, a Trump victory would trigger massive uncertainty that would likely undermine risk assets at least initially, which in turn could preclude a Fed rate hike this year,&quot; warned Michelle Girard, chief US&nbsp;economist at RBS.

Much of the action was in the currency markets where the Mexican peso has become a touchstone for sentiment on the election as Trump&#39;s trade policies are seen as damaging to its export-heavy economy.

The dollar jumped 1.2 per cent on the peso as the early results were reported, after hitting its lowest in two months overnight.

The dollar backtracked 0.7 per cent on the safe haven yen to 104.48 Yen, while the Euro rose to $1.1048. Against a basket of currencies, the Dollar was off 0.2 per cent at 97.678.

Yields on 10-year US&nbsp;Treasury yields inched down to 1.849 per cent, after touching a high of 1.876 per cent.

In share markets, MSCI&#39;s broadest index of Asia-Pacific stocks outside Japan was still up 0.4 per cent, but the Nikkei rose 0.8 per cent.

Wall Street had added somewhat to Monday&#39;s stellar gains with the Dow ending up 0.4 per cent. The S&amp;P 500 gained 0.38 per cent and the Nasdaq 0.53 per cent.

Shane Oliver, head of investment strategy at fund manager AMP Capital, said the most positive outcome for US&nbsp;equities would be a Clinton win with a split Congress.

&quot;Historically, since 1927 US&nbsp;total share returns have been strongest at an average 16.7 per cent per year when there has been a Democrat president and Republican control of the House, the Senate or both.&quot;

The return only averaged 8.9 per cent when the Republicans controlled the presidency and Congress.

In commodity markets, gold edged up to $1,278.46 an ounce as the Dollar eased.

Oil took a knock from data showing a surprisingly large rise in crude stocks. US&nbsp;crude eased 19 cents to $44.79, while Brent was untraded early in the Asian day.

(Reuters)

Asian stocks and US stock futures edged 0.5 per cent higher in volatile trade, while the Dollar slipped on the Yen and Euro

Asian markets were on tenterhooks on Wednesday as early state exit polls in the US presidential election showed wins for both candidates and no clear trend as yet, causing a nervous shift back to safe haven assets. Asian stocks and US stock futures edged 0.5 per cent higher in volatile trade, while the Dollar slipped on the Yen and Euro as investors hedged against the risk of a shock win by Republican Donald Trump. Both Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton scored early victories in their bitter race, with Trump winning as expected in conservative Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia and Clinton capturing liberal Vermont. The victories in the four states were long predicted and not especially significant in a national race where opinion polls show Clinton has an edge. Markets have tended to favour Clinton as a status quo candidate who would be considered a safe pair of hands at home on the world stage. "In contrast, a Trump victory would trigger massive uncertainty that would likely undermine risk assets at least initially, which in turn could preclude a Fed rate hike this year," warned Michelle Girard, chief US economist at RBS. Much of the action was in the currency markets where the Mexican peso has become a touchstone for sentiment on the election as Trump's trade policies are seen as damaging to its export-heavy economy. The dollar jumped 1.2 per cent on the peso as the early results were reported, after hitting its lowest in two months overnight. The dollar backtracked 0.7 per cent on the safe haven yen to 104.48 Yen, while the Euro rose to $1.1048. Against a basket of currencies, the Dollar was off 0.2 per cent at 97.678. Yields on 10-year US Treasury yields inched down to 1.849 per cent, after touching a high of 1.876 per cent. In share markets, MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific stocks outside Japan was still up 0.4 per cent, but the Nikkei rose 0.8 per cent. Wall Street had added somewhat to Monday's stellar gains with the Dow ending up 0.4 per cent. The S&P 500 gained 0.38 per cent and the Nasdaq 0.53 per cent. Shane Oliver, head of investment strategy at fund manager AMP Capital, said the most positive outcome for US equities would be a Clinton win with a split Congress. "Historically, since 1927 US total share returns have been strongest at an average 16.7 per cent per year when there has been a Democrat president and Republican control of the House, the Senate or both." The return only averaged 8.9 per cent when the Republicans controlled the presidency and Congress. In commodity markets, gold edged up to $1,278.46 an ounce as the Dollar eased. Oil took a knock from data showing a surprisingly large rise in crude stocks. US crude eased 19 cents to $44.79, while Brent was untraded early in the Asian day. (Reuters)

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