Pennsylvania - the swing state, with its 19 electoral votes, is critical to the campaigns of both Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. It's also a state with a law that prevents the early processing of mail-in ballots, which dragged out the state's count in 2020. Watch this report to know - Why Pennsylvania is critical in this election.

US Presidential Election 2024: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris to Woo Voters in Pennsylvania

<p>After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme <em>60 minutes</em> was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript.</p>

<p>What set tongues wagging was that CBS aired a totally different answer to the same question from what was teased as a <em>60 minutes</em> preview on social media. The clips have now gone viral.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: US Elections: Harris Seeks To Draw Focus On Trump's Health</strong></p>

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<p>The interview fiasco comes amid a media onslaught&nbsp;by Harris, who despite amassing record campaign funds of over a billion dollars, is unable to break into Trump's advantage in opinion polls, particularly in swing states.</p>

<h2><strong>What really happened?</strong></h2>

<p>CBS aired a clip of the exchange between Harris and the host on <em>60 Minutes </em>that aired on October 6. The question was whether the US had any influence over Israel.</p>

<p>Kamala gave a rambling answer which was later described by the Trump camp as a 'word salad'.</p>

<p>"Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region," she said.</p>

<p>Oddly, that answer was different from the clip that aired on <em>60 minutes</em>, where she said, "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end."</p>

<p>Trump jumped at the opportunity to tarnish Harris, saying&nbsp;<em>60 Minutes</em>&nbsp;sliced&nbsp;her answers to questions, "which were virtually incoherent, over and over again, some by as many as four times in a single sentence or thought.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-releases-medical-report-touts-excellent-health-ahead-of-election-766932">Also read: Kamala Harris releases medical report, touts 'excellent health' ahead of US presidential election</a><br />
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Accusing CBS of making illegal changes to Harris look more presidential, Trump said in a post on Truth Social: “This is a stain on the reputation of 60 Minutes that is not recoverable… It is the very definition of FAKE NEWS! ”</p>

<p>Accusing CBS of 'deceptive editing,' Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt called for the full, unedited version of the interview to be released.</p>

<p>"On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala's highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media. During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala's idiotic response," Leavitt said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala's full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air? The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala's sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. What do they, and Kamala, have to hide?," she asked.</p>

<p>Soon, right-wing media, politicians and commentariat also demanded that CBS release the full transcript. The issue became a full-blown meme on social media.</p>

<p>The New York Post editorial board wrote: "Given how awful Harris looked even after CBS chose to deceive its viewers, this may well be the last serious interview she does before Election Day: The network has a clear duty to the public to share the whole thing."</p>

<p>Writing on X, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham called for addressing the idea that the interview may have been "edited in a favorable way" to help Harris.</p>

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<h2><strong>New polls show Harris struggling against Trump</strong></h2>

<p>The interview fiasco came even as new opinion polls released on Sunday (Oct 13) found that while the race is still tight, some of Trump's positions on issues like illegal migration are giving him the advantage.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polling-nostradamus-who-predicted-win-of-kamala-harris-in-us-elections-says-october-surprise-will-not-765139">Also read: Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not...</a></strong></p>

<p>An ABC News-Ipsos poll showed that Harris' majority is fading as she led Trump 50 per cent to 48 per cent as against 51 and 46 in September.</p>

<p>An NBC News poll showed the Democrat and her Republican contender tied at 48 per cent, as opposed to Harris at five points ahead of Trump in September.</p>

<p>A CBS News-YouGov poll showed that Harris was at 51 per cent and&nbsp;Trump at 48 per cent, which is largely unchanged from September.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme 60 minutes was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript.

After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme 60 minutes was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript. What set tongues wagging was that CBS aired a totally different answer to the same question from what was teased as a 60 minutes preview on social media. The clips have now gone viral. Watch: US Elections: Harris Seeks To Draw Focus On Trump's Health × The interview fiasco comes amid a media onslaught by Harris, who despite amassing record campaign funds of over a billion dollars, is unable to break into Trump's advantage in opinion polls, particularly in swing states. What really happened? CBS aired a clip of the exchange between Harris and the host on 60 Minutes that aired on October 6. The question was whether the US had any influence over Israel. Kamala gave a rambling answer which was later described by the Trump camp as a 'word salad'. "Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region," she said. Oddly, that answer was different from the clip that aired on 60 minutes, where she said, "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end." Trump jumped at the opportunity to tarnish Harris, saying 60 Minutes sliced her answers to questions, "which were virtually incoherent, over and over again, some by as many as four times in a single sentence or thought.” Also read: Kamala Harris releases medical report, touts 'excellent health' ahead of US presidential election Accusing CBS of making illegal changes to Harris look more presidential, Trump said in a post on Truth Social: “This is a stain on the reputation of 60 Minutes that is not recoverable… It is the very definition of FAKE NEWS! ” Accusing CBS of 'deceptive editing,' Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt called for the full, unedited version of the interview to be released. "On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala's highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media. During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala's idiotic response," Leavitt said. "Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala's full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air? The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala's sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. What do they, and Kamala, have to hide?," she asked. Soon, right-wing media, politicians and commentariat also demanded that CBS release the full transcript. The issue became a full-blown meme on social media. The New York Post editorial board wrote: "Given how awful Harris looked even after CBS chose to deceive its viewers, this may well be the last serious interview she does before Election Day: The network has a clear duty to the public to share the whole thing." Writing on X, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham called for addressing the idea that the interview may have been "edited in a favorable way" to help Harris. Totally agree that Vice President Kamala Harris’ 60 Minutes interview transcript should be released in its entirety. The transcript will speak for itself and there is no reason not to clear the air. The idea that @KamalaHarris’ comments may have been edited in a favorable way… https://t.co/QCPChfjTB1 — Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) October 10, 2024 × New polls show Harris struggling against Trump The interview fiasco came even as new opinion polls released on Sunday (Oct 13) found that while the race is still tight, some of Trump's positions on issues like illegal migration are giving him the advantage. Also read: Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not... An ABC News-Ipsos poll showed that Harris' majority is fading as she led Trump 50 per cent to 48 per cent as against 51 and 46 in September. An NBC News poll showed the Democrat and her Republican contender tied at 48 per cent, as opposed to Harris at five points ahead of Trump in September. A CBS News-YouGov poll showed that Harris was at 51 per cent and Trump at 48 per cent, which is largely unchanged from September. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris interview debacle: Demand grows for full transcript as CBS accused of 'deceptive editing' 

<p>Democratic White House candidate Kamala Harris will release a medical report Saturday confirming her fitness to be president, her campaign said, aiming to put pressure on rival Donald Trump to publish his own health records.</p>

<p>An adviser to 59-year-old Harris's campaign said the report would conclude: "She possesses the physical and mental resiliency required to successfully execute the duties of the presidency."</p>

<p>The US vice president's team aims to put the spotlight on the physical health and mental acuity of 78-year-old former president Trump, who has so far refused to release any detailed medical information.</p>

<p>Republican Trump became the oldest presidential nominee in US history after 81-year-old President Joe Biden withdrew from the White House race in July.</p>

<p>Biden passed the torch to Harris after a disastrous debate against Trump raised concerns in the Democratic Party about his own mental sharpness.</p>

<p>But Trump's apparent vitality means that his age has not so far weighed against his chances in the polls, in a knife-edge battle with Harris in the November 5 presidential election.</p>

<p>Harris's campaign drew attention to a recent series of articles in the New York Times that raised concerns about the fact that Trump had failed to disclose basic information about his health.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The newspaper also published an analysis of Trump's language showing that his speeches are increasingly long, "confused" and vulgar, which it said were seen by experts as a possible sign of cognitive change.</p>

<p>Trump insists he is fully fit, but he has not released any full medical report for his campaign.</p>

<p>In late 2023, Trump released a note from his former White House doctor declaring him to be in "excellent" health, but it was short on details and did not say what tests Trump had undergone when he had a physical in September 2023.</p>

<p>The same doctor, Ronny Jackson, issued a statement in July after Trump's ear was wounded by an assassin's bullet at a rally in Pennsylvania, saying the former president was doing well.</p>

<p>Trump meanwhile boasted about a cognitive test he had underwent with Jackson while president in 2018 -- but then immediately flubbed his doctor's name, calling him "Ronny Johnson."</p>

<p>If Trump wins the election in November, he would be 82 at the end of his second term in the Oval Office.</p>

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Democratic White House candidate Kamala Harris will release a medical report Saturday confirming her fitness to be president, her campaign said, aiming to put pressure on rival Donald Trump to publish his own health records.

Democratic White House candidate Kamala Harris will release a medical report Saturday confirming her fitness to be president, her campaign said, aiming to put pressure on rival Donald Trump to publish his own health records. An adviser to 59-year-old Harris's campaign said the report would conclude: "She possesses the physical and mental resiliency required to successfully execute the duties of the presidency." The US vice president's team aims to put the spotlight on the physical health and mental acuity of 78-year-old former president Trump, who has so far refused to release any detailed medical information. Republican Trump became the oldest presidential nominee in US history after 81-year-old President Joe Biden withdrew from the White House race in July. Biden passed the torch to Harris after a disastrous debate against Trump raised concerns in the Democratic Party about his own mental sharpness. But Trump's apparent vitality means that his age has not so far weighed against his chances in the polls, in a knife-edge battle with Harris in the November 5 presidential election. Harris's campaign drew attention to a recent series of articles in the New York Times that raised concerns about the fact that Trump had failed to disclose basic information about his health. The newspaper also published an analysis of Trump's language showing that his speeches are increasingly long, "confused" and vulgar, which it said were seen by experts as a possible sign of cognitive change. Trump insists he is fully fit, but he has not released any full medical report for his campaign. In late 2023, Trump released a note from his former White House doctor declaring him to be in "excellent" health, but it was short on details and did not say what tests Trump had undergone when he had a physical in September 2023. The same doctor, Ronny Jackson, issued a statement in July after Trump's ear was wounded by an assassin's bullet at a rally in Pennsylvania, saying the former president was doing well. Trump meanwhile boasted about a cognitive test he had underwent with Jackson while president in 2018 -- but then immediately flubbed his doctor's name, calling him "Ronny Johnson." If Trump wins the election in November, he would be 82 at the end of his second term in the Oval Office. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US presidential election: Kamala Harris to release medical report confirming fitness for presidency

<p>Former United States President Barack Obama on Thursday (Oct 10) made&nbsp;his first appearance on the campaign trail for Democratic presidential candidate&nbsp;Kamala Harris urged men in particular to support&nbsp;the vice president&nbsp;and not&nbsp;make any "excuses".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Obama was speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania and at an event for Black voters, where he specifically urged the Black men in the swing state to support Harris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He questioned their unwillingness to vote for her.&nbsp;According to a September NAACP poll,&nbsp;over one-quarter of Black men under 50 say they will vote for Republican presidential candidate&nbsp;&nbsp;Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighborhoods and communities as we saw when I was running. Now, I also want to say that that seems to be more pronounced with the brothers,” Obama said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-barack-obama-to-hold-27-day-campaign-sprint-for-democratic-presidential-nominee-kamala-harris-764539"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Barack Obama to hold 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris</strong></a></p>

<p>“You’re coming up with all kinds of reasons and excuses. I’ve got a problem with that. Part of it makes me think that, well, you just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president, and you’re coming up with other alternatives and reasons for that," the former president said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Obama added, "When we get in trouble and the system isn’t working for us, they’re the ones out there marching and protesting.”</p>

<p>The former US president while addressing the Fitzgerald Field House in Pittsburgh, called on residents of the crucial swing state to vote for Harris and down-ballot for other Democratic candidates like Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections: Obama Hits Campaign Trail For Harris | Vance Stops For Town Hall In North Carolina</strong></p>

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<p>“We need a president who actually cares about solving problems and making your life better, and that’s what Kamala Harris will do,” Obama said. “And to help her do it, she will need a Senate full of serious public servants like Bob Casey.”</p>

<p>According to recent surveys released by Quinnipiac University, Harris was leading in Pennsylvania, but polling between her and Trump has been close.</p>

<h2><strong>Obama-Harris'&nbsp;bond during the campaigns&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Barack Obama and Kamala Harris have been supporting each other's campaigns for a long time now. Harris was an early supporter of Obama’s long-shot bid against Hilary Clinton, starting in 2007 when she knocked on doors for him ahead of the Iowa caucuses.</p>

<p>Similarly, in 2010, Obama backed Harris when she ran for attorney-general of California, calling her "a dear, dear friend of mine".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further slamming Trump in his Pittsburgh event, Obama said, "This election is going to be tight because there are a lot of Americans who are still struggling out there.”&nbsp;<br />
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“I get why people are looking to shake things up. I mean, I am the hope-y, change-y guy. So I understand people feeling frustrated. We can do better. What I cannot understand is why anybody would think that Donald Trump will shake things up in a way that is good for you."</p>

<p>He added, "The good news is, Kamala Harris – she doesn’t have concepts for a plan. She has an actual plan to make your life better.”</p>

<h2><strong>Obama's 'diaper' joke at Trump</strong></h2>

<p>Taking another jibe at the Republican presidential candidate, Obama shared a personal story related to the high cost of diapers when his first daughter Malia was born in 1998. “I remember buying diapers after Malia was born and thinking, ‘That’s how much they cost?’” Obama said to the crowd.</p>

<p>“Do you think Donald Trump ever changed a diaper?”&nbsp;Barack Obama said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The crowd laughed and someone in the audience quickly responded, "His own!". Obama laughed and pointed to the audience member, clearly amused by the joke.</p>

<p>“I almost said that,” the former US president&nbsp;chuckled, “But I decided I shouldn’t say it.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former United States President Barack Obama on Thursday (Oct 10) made his first appearance on the campaign trail for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris urged men in particular to support the vice president and not make any "excuses".

Former United States President Barack Obama on Thursday (Oct 10) made his first appearance on the campaign trail for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris urged men in particular to support the vice president and not make any "excuses". Obama was speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania and at an event for Black voters, where he specifically urged the Black men in the swing state to support Harris. He questioned their unwillingness to vote for her. According to a September NAACP poll, over one-quarter of Black men under 50 say they will vote for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. “We have not yet seen the same kinds of energy and turnout in all quarters of our neighborhoods and communities as we saw when I was running. Now, I also want to say that that seems to be more pronounced with the brothers,” Obama said. Also read: Barack Obama to hold 27-day campaign sprint for Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris “You’re coming up with all kinds of reasons and excuses. I’ve got a problem with that. Part of it makes me think that, well, you just aren’t feeling the idea of having a woman as president, and you’re coming up with other alternatives and reasons for that," the former president said. Obama added, "When we get in trouble and the system isn’t working for us, they’re the ones out there marching and protesting.” The former US president while addressing the Fitzgerald Field House in Pittsburgh, called on residents of the crucial swing state to vote for Harris and down-ballot for other Democratic candidates like Pennsylvania Senator Bob Casey. Watch | US Elections: Obama Hits Campaign Trail For Harris | Vance Stops For Town Hall In North Carolina × “We need a president who actually cares about solving problems and making your life better, and that’s what Kamala Harris will do,” Obama said. “And to help her do it, she will need a Senate full of serious public servants like Bob Casey.” According to recent surveys released by Quinnipiac University, Harris was leading in Pennsylvania, but polling between her and Trump has been close. Obama-Harris' bond during the campaigns Barack Obama and Kamala Harris have been supporting each other's campaigns for a long time now. Harris was an early supporter of Obama’s long-shot bid against Hilary Clinton, starting in 2007 when she knocked on doors for him ahead of the Iowa caucuses. Similarly, in 2010, Obama backed Harris when she ran for attorney-general of California, calling her "a dear, dear friend of mine". Further slamming Trump in his Pittsburgh event, Obama said, "This election is going to be tight because there are a lot of Americans who are still struggling out there.” “I get why people are looking to shake things up. I mean, I am the hope-y, change-y guy. So I understand people feeling frustrated. We can do better. What I cannot understand is why anybody would think that Donald Trump will shake things up in a way that is good for you." He added, "The good news is, Kamala Harris – she doesn’t have concepts for a plan. She has an actual plan to make your life better.” Obama's 'diaper' joke at Trump Taking another jibe at the Republican presidential candidate, Obama shared a personal story related to the high cost of diapers when his first daughter Malia was born in 1998. “I remember buying diapers after Malia was born and thinking, ‘That’s how much they cost?’” Obama said to the crowd. “Do you think Donald Trump ever changed a diaper?” Barack Obama said. The crowd laughed and someone in the audience quickly responded, "His own!". Obama laughed and pointed to the audience member, clearly amused by the joke. “I almost said that,” the former US president chuckled, “But I decided I shouldn’t say it.” (With inputs from agencies)

US presidential election: Obama tells Black men to stop 'excuses' and support Harris instead of Trump

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will stage a rally in President Joe Biden's hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday as he looks to win over the blue-collar voters who have traditionally been Biden loyalists in the critical state. Watch for more details!

US Presidential Election 2024: Donald Trump to Campaign in Joe Biden's Hometown

Donald Trump said he would end US income taxes on Americans living in other countries, the latest in a string of tax proposals in the final stretch of the 2024 campaign. Watch for more details!

US Election 2024: Donald Trump Vows to End Income Taxes for Americans Living Abroad

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Donald Trump on Wednesday (Oct 9) ruled out a second US presidential debate with political rival Kamala Harris. This comes just hours after Fox News offered to host a final debate before the November 5 election.

Donald Trump on Wednesday (Oct 9) ruled out a second US presidential debate with political rival Kamala Harris. This comes just hours after Fox News offered to host a final debate before the November 5 election. Despite earlier indications that another showdown might take place, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to dismiss the idea, citing the late stage of the election process and ongoing early voting. "It is very late in the process, (early) voting has already begun — there will be no rematch!" Trump wrote in a signature all-caps post. × He also claimed to have won the last two debates, "ONE WITH CROOKED JOE, THE OTHER WITH LYIN’ KAMALA". Also read | Trump sent COVID test kits to Putin while Americans died? Explosive new book reveals his shocking betrayal Trump further added that Harris had stated she would continue with President Joe Biden's policies "SO THERE IS NOTHING TO DEBATE". Kamala vs Trump debate Harris had previously challenged Trump to a debate hosted by CNN, set for October 23, but Trump declined. He also claimed Harris backed out of a previous Fox News debate offer, although her campaign had not publicly accepted the proposal. "I ACCEPTED THE FOX NEWS INVITATION TO DEBATE KAMALA ON SEPTEMBER 4TH, BUT SHE TURNED IT DOWN." Also read | 'Wasn't supposed to make it': Trump returns to Pennsylvania, blames opposition for trying to kill him The candidates did participate in one debate, held on September 10 and broadcast by ABC News, but plans for a second debate never materialised. Their running mates, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, had their own debate on October 1. Fox News, still keen on hosting a second debate, sent letters to both campaigns on Wednesday, offering two potential dates: October 24 or October 27. Fox News Media President Jay Wallace framed the offer as a "one final pitch for a debate" giving the candidates "to make his or her closing arguments". (With inputs from agencies)

Trump rules out another parley with Harris, says 'nothing to debate': 'There will be no rematch!'

With a month remaining to the seminal race for the United States's Presidency. States across the Nation are gearing up not only for a battle to the White House but also the Senate. While some states are suspected to well swing there remain holdouts across ideological strongholds -- blue holdouts in red strongholds, red holdouts in blue ones -- one such Garrison is the city of Omaha in the state of Nebraska. Watch in for more details!

US Elections 2024: Will Nebraska's Most Populous City, Omaha Swing the State?

<p>Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz has called for the scrapping of the electoral college system of electing the US presidents. The Minnesota governor added that the system should be replaced with the popular vote principle.</p>

<p>Walz was in California Governor Gavin Newsom's home in Sacramento when he made the remark.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I think all of us know, the electoral college needs to go.&nbsp;We need a national popular vote. We need to be able to go into York, Pennsylvania, and win," said Walz.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We need to be in western Wisconsin and win. We need to be in Reno, Nevada, and win,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Walz's statement did not go down well with the rivals, as Donald Trump's campaign said Democrats wanted to change the US Constitution.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Why does Tampon Tim [Trump’s derisive nickname for Walz] hate the Constitution so much?,” the Trump campaign posted on its official X account.</p>

<p>Karoline Leavitt, the Trump campaign national press secretary, added that Walz-Harris campaign wanted to take away the second Amendment right of the citizens.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Dangerously liberal Tim Walz made it crystal clear: the Harris-Walz administration will get rid of the Electoral College, a critical component of our Constitution. Kamala Harris and Tim Walz want to destroy our country’s fundamental rights by ripping away our freedom of speech through censorship, taking away our 2nd Amendment right, dismantling the Supreme Court by through court-packing, and now through removing the Electoral College," said Leavitt.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As the controversy snowballed, the Harris-Walz campaign officials stressed that abolishing the electoral college was not part of their agenda.</p>

<p>“Governor Walz believes that every vote matters in the electoral college and he is honored to be traveling the country and battleground states working to earn support for the Harris-Walz ticket,” Teddy Tschann, a spokesman for Walz, was quoted as saying by the <em>New York Times.</em></p>

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<h2><strong>How does the electoral college work?</strong></h2>

<p>The US electoral college is made up of 538 members who gather in their state capitals after each presidential election to designate the winning president and vice president. To win, a candidate must receive an absolute majority—at least 270 electoral votes.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/trending/us-elections-2024-how-the-electoral-college-shapes-the-outcome-of-presidential-race-1728303707812"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: How the Electoral College Shapes the Outcome of Presidential Race</strong></a></p>

<p>Each state has a number of electors equal to its total representation in Congress, combining its House — the number depends on the states' population and Senate members — two in every state, irrespective of the state's size.</p>

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Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz has called for the scrapping of the electoral college system of electing the US presidents. The Minnesota governor added that the system should be replaced with the popular vote principle.

Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz has called for the scrapping of the electoral college system of electing the US presidents. The Minnesota governor added that the system should be replaced with the popular vote principle. Walz was in California Governor Gavin Newsom's home in Sacramento when he made the remark. “I think all of us know, the electoral college needs to go. We need a national popular vote. We need to be able to go into York, Pennsylvania, and win," said Walz. "We need to be in western Wisconsin and win. We need to be in Reno, Nevada, and win,” he added. Walz's statement did not go down well with the rivals, as Donald Trump's campaign said Democrats wanted to change the US Constitution. “Why does Tampon Tim [Trump’s derisive nickname for Walz] hate the Constitution so much?,” the Trump campaign posted on its official X account. Karoline Leavitt, the Trump campaign national press secretary, added that Walz-Harris campaign wanted to take away the second Amendment right of the citizens. "Dangerously liberal Tim Walz made it crystal clear: the Harris-Walz administration will get rid of the Electoral College, a critical component of our Constitution. Kamala Harris and Tim Walz want to destroy our country’s fundamental rights by ripping away our freedom of speech through censorship, taking away our 2nd Amendment right, dismantling the Supreme Court by through court-packing, and now through removing the Electoral College," said Leavitt. Why does Tampon Tim hate the Constitution so much? He hates the First Amendment. He hates the Supreme Court. He hates the Electoral College. But he sure loves communist China! https://t.co/VXbQrEmJ8u — Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 8, 2024 × As the controversy snowballed, the Harris-Walz campaign officials stressed that abolishing the electoral college was not part of their agenda. “Governor Walz believes that every vote matters in the electoral college and he is honored to be traveling the country and battleground states working to earn support for the Harris-Walz ticket,” Teddy Tschann, a spokesman for Walz, was quoted as saying by the New York Times. Watch | U.S. Presidential Election: How Swing States Can Make Or Break Campaigns | WION originals × How does the electoral college work? The US electoral college is made up of 538 members who gather in their state capitals after each presidential election to designate the winning president and vice president. To win, a candidate must receive an absolute majority—at least 270 electoral votes. Also read | US Elections 2024: How the Electoral College Shapes the Outcome of Presidential Race Each state has a number of electors equal to its total representation in Congress, combining its House — the number depends on the states' population and Senate members — two in every state, irrespective of the state's size. (With inputs from agencies)

‘It needs to go’: Tim Walz calls for scrapping of electoral college system

Presidential candidate Kamala Harris recently criticized her rival Donald Trump for spreading unfounded claims about the government's response to Hurricane Helene. Watch for more details!

US: Harris Says Trump "Lacks Empathy" for Sharing Hurricane Helene Disinformation

US Vice President Kamala Harris continues to hold slightly more voter support than former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race, according to the latest polls. Watch for more updates!

US Presidential Election 2024: Kamala Harris Registers 3% Lead Over Donald Trump, Says Polls

<p>Democratic presidential nominee and United States Vice President&nbsp;Kamala Harris refused to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a close ally during an interview with American broadcaster CBS, covering wide-ranging issues, aired on Monday (Oct 7).</p>

<p>Speaking about&nbsp;the Russia-Ukraine war, the current vice president&nbsp;said she would not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace talks if Ukraine were not also represented. She ruled out a bilateral meeting with Putin, saying, "Without Ukraine? No."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, she defended her economic plans while getting grilled during CBS'&nbsp;<em>60 Minutes</em> prime-time election special.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the presidential race between Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Harris tightens ahead of the November elections, the VP has increased her media presence and recently appeared for podcasts, talk radio, a battleground state town hall, daytime television, and late-night shows.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-white-house-disgusted-as-trump-blames-illegal-immigrants-for-bad-genes-in-us-765407"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Watch: White House 'disgusted' as Trump blames illegal immigrants for ‘bad genes in US’</strong></a></p>

<p>Before the interview was aired, CBS correspondent Scott Pelley detailed his attempts to secure a similar <em>60 Minutes</em> sit-down with Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pelley said, "Unfortunately last week, Trump cancelled", adding that the Republican candidate's&nbsp;campaign provided “shifting explanations” for why he declined to participate, including that the former US president&nbsp;did not want to be fact-checked.</p>

<p>Harris, during the interview with CBS'&nbsp;Bill Whitaker, was pressed on how she would pay for her economic proposals, including her plans to build millions of new housing units, tax breaks for new parents, and $25,000 down-payment assistance for new homebuyers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She vowed to raise taxes on the country's billionaires and biggest corporations.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;U.S. Presidential Election: How Swing States Can Make Or Break Campaigns | WION originals</strong></p>

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<p>However, Whitaker found it dubious and said, "We’re dealing with the real world here."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He asked how Harris would persuade Congress to raise taxes on the country’s highest earners. To this, Harris said there were lawmakers who would listen to her pitch if she were president.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I cannot afford to be myopic in terms of how I think about strengthening America’s economy,” the Democratic presidential candidate&nbsp;said in the interview. “Let me tell you something. I am a devout public servant. You know that I’m also a capitalist, and I know the limitations of government.”</p>

<p>Shifting to the question of whether Netanyahu was “a real close ally", Harris said, "The better question is: Do we have an important alliance between the American people and the Israeli people? And the answer to that question is yes.”</p>

<p>She added Israel had a right to defend itself, but went on to say that “far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed.”</p>

<p>Israel’s war has levelled Gaza and killed almost 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza&nbsp;health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

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Democratic presidential nominee and United States Vice President Kamala Harris refused to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a close ally during an interview with American broadcaster CBS, covering wide-ranging issues, aired on Monday (Oct 7).

Democratic presidential nominee and United States Vice President Kamala Harris refused to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a close ally during an interview with American broadcaster CBS, covering wide-ranging issues, aired on Monday (Oct 7). Speaking about the Russia-Ukraine war, the current vice president said she would not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace talks if Ukraine were not also represented. She ruled out a bilateral meeting with Putin, saying, "Without Ukraine? No." Further, she defended her economic plans while getting grilled during CBS' 60 Minutes prime-time election special. As the presidential race between Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Harris tightens ahead of the November elections, the VP has increased her media presence and recently appeared for podcasts, talk radio, a battleground state town hall, daytime television, and late-night shows. Also read: Watch: White House 'disgusted' as Trump blames illegal immigrants for ‘bad genes in US’ Before the interview was aired, CBS correspondent Scott Pelley detailed his attempts to secure a similar 60 Minutes sit-down with Trump. Pelley said, "Unfortunately last week, Trump cancelled", adding that the Republican candidate's campaign provided “shifting explanations” for why he declined to participate, including that the former US president did not want to be fact-checked. Harris, during the interview with CBS' Bill Whitaker, was pressed on how she would pay for her economic proposals, including her plans to build millions of new housing units, tax breaks for new parents, and $25,000 down-payment assistance for new homebuyers. She vowed to raise taxes on the country's billionaires and biggest corporations. Watch | U.S. Presidential Election: How Swing States Can Make Or Break Campaigns | WION originals × However, Whitaker found it dubious and said, "We’re dealing with the real world here." He asked how Harris would persuade Congress to raise taxes on the country’s highest earners. To this, Harris said there were lawmakers who would listen to her pitch if she were president. “I cannot afford to be myopic in terms of how I think about strengthening America’s economy,” the Democratic presidential candidate said in the interview. “Let me tell you something. I am a devout public servant. You know that I’m also a capitalist, and I know the limitations of government.” Shifting to the question of whether Netanyahu was “a real close ally", Harris said, "The better question is: Do we have an important alliance between the American people and the Israeli people? And the answer to that question is yes.” She added Israel had a right to defend itself, but went on to say that “far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed.” Israel’s war has levelled Gaza and killed almost 42,000 Palestinians, according to the Gaza health ministry. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris refuses to call Netanyahu 'close ally' during 60 minutes interview

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

US Presidential Election 2024: Kamala Harris Marks October 7 Attacks With Memorial Tree Planting

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

Polls: Kamala Harris in Razor - Thin Lead In Swing States

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

US Presidential Election 2024: Kamala Harris Tries to Edge Out Donald Trump in Key Swing States

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

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

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

<p>Jimmy Carter became the first US president to turn 100, but presidential candidate Donald Trump has chosen to take a dig at him instead of wishing him happy birthday. Speaking at a campaign event, the former US president said Carter is now considered a brilliant president when compared to current incumbent Joe Biden.</p>

<p>At the rally in Waunakee, Wisconsin, Trump said President Biden has replaced Carter as the worst president in American history.</p>

<p>"Jimmy Carter is the happiest man because Jimmy Carter is considered a brilliant president by comparison [with Biden]," Trump said about the 39th president, who is a Democrat.</p>

<p>This is not the first time that Trump attacked the former president. In May, at a campaign event&nbsp; in New Jersey, he misnamed him after former tennis star Jimmy Connors, while joking "he's also happy."<br />
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<h2><strong>How Jimmy Carter spent his birthday</strong></h2>

<p>Jimmy Carter, who is ailing and wheelchair-bound, spent his 100th birthday at his home in Georgia.</p>

<p>In exclusive footage, the US network CBS showed him on the lawns with family, friends and wellwishers.</p>

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<p>The former Georgia governor has been in hospice care since February 2023.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oldest-living-former-us-president-jimmy-carter-to-receive-hospice-care-at-age-98-563550">Oldest-living former US President Jimmy Carter, 98, to receive hospice care at home</a></strong><br />
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A birthday concert was held in his honour at Fox Theater in Atlanta in September, which raised $1.2 million thus far for the Carter Center.</p>

<p>The Carter Center shared videos on X, showing Biden and other living former presidents Barack Obama, George W Bush and Bill Clinton wishing the former president happy birthday. There was no such thing from Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It said in the post: We’re so grateful to Presidents Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton for contributing messages for President Carter’s 100th birthday concert. The audience was thrilled! Today, on President Carter’s actual birthday, we’re delighted to share excerpts from those with the world."</p>

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<p>Jimmy Carter, the longest-living president in US history has now become the only one to cross the age of 100.</p>

<p>Born James Earl Carter Jr, he was one of the most respected American presidents, for his work in peace and development.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-dignitaries-family-members-gather-to-remember-former-first-lady-rosalynn-carter-664447">Also read: In Pics | Dignitaries, family members gather to remember former first lady Rosalynn Carter</a></strong></p>

<p>After serving as a senator of Georgia from 1963 to 1967, the Democrat became the 76th governor of the state from 1971 to 1975. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He served only one term as president from 1977 to 1981, having been defeated by Republican&nbsp;Ronald Reagan in the 1980 presidential election.<br />
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Jimmy Carter became the first US president to turn 100, but presidential candidate Donald Trump has chosen to take a dig at him instead of wishing him happy birthday.

Jimmy Carter became the first US president to turn 100, but presidential candidate Donald Trump has chosen to take a dig at him instead of wishing him happy birthday. Speaking at a campaign event, the former US president said Carter is now considered a brilliant president when compared to current incumbent Joe Biden. At the rally in Waunakee, Wisconsin, Trump said President Biden has replaced Carter as the worst president in American history. "Jimmy Carter is the happiest man because Jimmy Carter is considered a brilliant president by comparison [with Biden]," Trump said about the 39th president, who is a Democrat. This is not the first time that Trump attacked the former president. In May, at a campaign event in New Jersey, he misnamed him after former tennis star Jimmy Connors, while joking "he's also happy." Watch US: Iranians Charged For Hacking Trump Campaign × How Jimmy Carter spent his birthday Jimmy Carter, who is ailing and wheelchair-bound, spent his 100th birthday at his home in Georgia. In exclusive footage, the US network CBS showed him on the lawns with family, friends and wellwishers. Former President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends in his backyard in Plains, Georgia. CBS News was there as he was wheeled outside, beneath the shade of his trees, to witness a military flyover with four fighter jets. pic.twitter.com/FKKd6XrHL6 — CBS News (@CBSNews) October 1, 2024 × The former Georgia governor has been in hospice care since February 2023. Also read: Oldest-living former US President Jimmy Carter, 98, to receive hospice care at home A birthday concert was held in his honour at Fox Theater in Atlanta in September, which raised $1.2 million thus far for the Carter Center. The Carter Center shared videos on X, showing Biden and other living former presidents Barack Obama, George W Bush and Bill Clinton wishing the former president happy birthday. There was no such thing from Trump. It said in the post: We’re so grateful to Presidents Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton for contributing messages for President Carter’s 100th birthday concert. The audience was thrilled! Today, on President Carter’s actual birthday, we’re delighted to share excerpts from those with the world." We’re so grateful to Presidents Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton for contributing messages for President Carter’s 100th birthday concert. The audience was thrilled! Today, on President Carter’s actual birthday, we’re delighted to share excerpts from those with the world. pic.twitter.com/DhA7O18FbA — The Carter Center (@CarterCenter) October 1, 2024 × Jimmy Carter: Longest-living US president Jimmy Carter, the longest-living president in US history has now become the only one to cross the age of 100. Born James Earl Carter Jr, he was one of the most respected American presidents, for his work in peace and development. Also read: In Pics | Dignitaries, family members gather to remember former first lady Rosalynn Carter After serving as a senator of Georgia from 1963 to 1967, the Democrat became the 76th governor of the state from 1971 to 1975. He served only one term as president from 1977 to 1981, having been defeated by Republican Ronald Reagan in the 1980 presidential election. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump makes birthday dig at Jimmy Carter, the longest-living former president who turned 100

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

US Elections 2024: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris intensify campaign

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

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

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

Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance are meeting Tuesday (October 1) for their first and only scheduled vice presidential debate. Watch this report for more details!

US Election 2024: Tim Walz, JD Vance Gear Up for Vice-Presidential Debate

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

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

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

<p>Former United States President Donald Trump unveiled his new business venture – a diamond-studded "Official Trump Watch Collection", on Thursday (Sep 26) after selling everything from Bibles, sneakers, photo books, and cryptocurrency during his third campaign for president.</p>

<p>Since he began his 2024 presidential campaign, he has been launching a series of branded products.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With less than two months to go for the US presidential elections, Trump's latest business venture has been catching attention, raising questions about the ethics of monetising his campaign.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/trumps-media-venture-faces-steep-stock-decline-valuation-drops-to-29-bn-709264"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Trump's media venture faces steep stock decline, valuation drops to $2.9 bn</strong></a></p>

<p>The website for various products, however, has a note, saying that proceeds from their sales do not directly benefit Trump or his campaign, adding that each is subject to a “paid license agreement.”</p>

<p>The most expensive watch, listed as including 122 diamonds on its bezel, is available in three 18-karat gold styles and is worth $100,000.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, another "Fight Fight Fight" model is listed as $499.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier in March, US Republican nominee Trump released a video on his Truth Social platform, urging his supporters to spend $59.99 for a "God Bless the USA Bible", inspired by country singer Lee Greenwood’s patriotic ballad.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Donald Trump businesses received millions in foreign payments while he was in office</strong></p>

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<p>A disclaimer on a sales website states that the watches are covered by an agreement to license Trump’s brand but are not sold by the former president, The Trump Organization, or any of their respective affiliates. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The company listed as the sales entity, TheBestWatchesonEarth LLC, said that it uses Trump’s name and image under a paid license agreement.</p>

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Former United States President Donald Trump unveiled his new business venture – a diamond-studded "Official Trump Watch Collection", on Thursday (Sep 26) after selling everything from Bibles, sneakers, photo books, and cryptocurrency during his third campaign for president.

Former United States President Donald Trump unveiled his new business venture – a diamond-studded "Official Trump Watch Collection", on Thursday (Sep 26) after selling everything from Bibles, sneakers, photo books, and cryptocurrency during his third campaign for president. Since he began his 2024 presidential campaign, he has been launching a series of branded products. With less than two months to go for the US presidential elections, Trump's latest business venture has been catching attention, raising questions about the ethics of monetising his campaign. Also read: Trump's media venture faces steep stock decline, valuation drops to $2.9 bn The website for various products, however, has a note, saying that proceeds from their sales do not directly benefit Trump or his campaign, adding that each is subject to a “paid license agreement.” The most expensive watch, listed as including 122 diamonds on its bezel, is available in three 18-karat gold styles and is worth $100,000. Meanwhile, another "Fight Fight Fight" model is listed as $499. Earlier in March, US Republican nominee Trump released a video on his Truth Social platform, urging his supporters to spend $59.99 for a "God Bless the USA Bible", inspired by country singer Lee Greenwood’s patriotic ballad. Watch | Donald Trump businesses received millions in foreign payments while he was in office × A disclaimer on a sales website states that the watches are covered by an agreement to license Trump’s brand but are not sold by the former president, The Trump Organization, or any of their respective affiliates. The company listed as the sales entity, TheBestWatchesonEarth LLC, said that it uses Trump’s name and image under a paid license agreement. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump unveils new business venture: Gold, diamond watches worth up to $100k ahead of elections

<p>Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has spoken about&nbsp;the idea of striking a deal with Iran, aimed at ending hostilities if he is elected president in the upcoming presidential elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, he did not mention any specific details of the deal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I would do that,” Trump&nbsp;said, adding, "We have to make a deal because the consequences are impossible. We have to make a deal.”</p>

<p>The Republican presidential candidate made the&nbsp;statement while speaking to reporters on Thursday (Sep 26) in New York City, and said that talks are necessary because of the threat posed by Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;&nbsp;US: Donald Trump Briefed On Alleged Assassination Threats From Iran</strong></p>

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<p>In 2018, Trump withdrew from a deal agreed to by the Obama administration alongside major world powers that granted Tehran sanctions relief in exchange for limits on its weapons program. Since then, Iran has returned to enriching uranium to the&nbsp;levels required&nbsp;for creating nuclear weapons, a threat that is likely to heighten tensions in the Middle East.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Threats from Iran to assassinate Trump</strong></h2>

<p>The statement by Trump also comes a&nbsp;day after the US intelligence agencies briefed the former president about "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump's&nbsp;campaign issued a statement, highlighting that the threat of assassination was an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-intel-warns-trump-of-real-and-specific-threats-from-iran-to-assassinate-him-761693"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Big threats on my life by Iran': Trump says after US intelligence warns him of assassination threat</strong></a></p>

<p>Later, the Republican presidential candidate in a social media post&nbsp;said that big threats were there on his life by Iran, adding that moves were already made, but did not work out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, on Thursday, a grand jury indicted multiple Iranians on charges related to hacking Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign.</p>

<p>Trump said that he was prepared to make a deal with Iran “within one week after the election” if he had won in 2020.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“But Iran would have made a deal with us,” he&nbsp;said. “It would have been a great deal for them. The only thing is they cannot have nuclear weapons.”</p>

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Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has spoken about the idea of striking a deal with Iran, aimed at ending hostilities if he is elected president in the upcoming presidential elections.

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has spoken about the idea of striking a deal with Iran, aimed at ending hostilities if he is elected president in the upcoming presidential elections. However, he did not mention any specific details of the deal. "I would do that,” Trump said, adding, "We have to make a deal because the consequences are impossible. We have to make a deal.” The Republican presidential candidate made the statement while speaking to reporters on Thursday (Sep 26) in New York City, and said that talks are necessary because of the threat posed by Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons. Watch | US: Donald Trump Briefed On Alleged Assassination Threats From Iran × In 2018, Trump withdrew from a deal agreed to by the Obama administration alongside major world powers that granted Tehran sanctions relief in exchange for limits on its weapons program. Since then, Iran has returned to enriching uranium to the levels required for creating nuclear weapons, a threat that is likely to heighten tensions in the Middle East. Threats from Iran to assassinate Trump The statement by Trump also comes a day after the US intelligence agencies briefed the former president about "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him. Trump's campaign issued a statement, highlighting that the threat of assassination was an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in the US. Also read: 'Big threats on my life by Iran': Trump says after US intelligence warns him of assassination threat Later, the Republican presidential candidate in a social media post said that big threats were there on his life by Iran, adding that moves were already made, but did not work out. Moreover, on Thursday, a grand jury indicted multiple Iranians on charges related to hacking Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. Trump said that he was prepared to make a deal with Iran “within one week after the election” if he had won in 2020. “But Iran would have made a deal with us,” he said. “It would have been a great deal for them. The only thing is they cannot have nuclear weapons.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trump says would strike a deal with Iran to end hostilities, if elected

<p>The US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him, his presidential campaign said in a statement on Tuesday (Sept 24). The statement highlighted that the threat of assassination was an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“President Trump was briefed earlier today by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence regarding real and specific threats from Iran to assassinate him in an effort to destabilize and sow chaos in the United States,” Steven Cheung, Trump's Campaign communications director said on Tuesday night.</p>

<p>Later, Donald Trump in a social media post on X, said that big threats are there on his life by Iran, adding that moves were already made, but did not work out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Big threats on my life by Iran. The entire U.S. Military is watching and waiting. Moves were already made by Iran that didn’t work out, but they will try again. Not a good situation for anyone. I am surrounded by more men, guns, and weapons than I have ever seen before. Thank you to Congress for unanimously approving far more money to Secret Service - Zero “NO” Votes, strictly bipartisan. Nice to see Republicans and Democrats get together on something. An attack on a former President is a Death Wish for the attacker!," he wrote on X.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Cheung said that intelligence officials have identified these "continued and coordinated" attacks increased in recent months and law enforcement officials across all agencies have been working to ensure Trump is protected and the upcoming elections are free from interference.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Ryan Routh Made Second Attempt On Trump's Life</strong></p>

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<p>"Make no mistake, the terror regime in Iran loves the weakness of Kamala Harris and is terrified of the strength and resolve of President Trump. He will let nothing stop him or get in his way to fight for the American people and to Make America Great Again," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Past assassination attempts on Trump&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, two assassination attempts have been made on Republican presidential nominee Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first failed assassination attempt on Trump was made on July 12, during one of his rallies in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a bullet grazed his ear.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The second attempt&nbsp;was made on September 15 at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. In the latest development, Ryan Routh, the gunman who attempted to kill Trump has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors, on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-gunman-ryan-routh-charged-with-attempted-assassination-by-prosecutors-761682"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Trump gunman Ryan Routh charged with attempted assassination by prosecutors</strong></a></p>

<p>The US presidential elections are scheduled for November 5, with Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris facing each other in competition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iran,&nbsp;has previously denied US claims of interfering in American matters. However, on the reports of threats of assassination attempt on Trump, Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations in New York and the ODNI did not immediately respond to requests for comment.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him, his presidential campaign said in a statement on Tuesday (Sept 24).

The US intelligence agencies briefed former President Donald Trump of "real and specific" threats from Iran to assassinate him, his presidential campaign said in a statement on Tuesday (Sept 24). The statement highlighted that the threat of assassination was an effort to destabilise and "sow chaos" in the US. “President Trump was briefed earlier today by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence regarding real and specific threats from Iran to assassinate him in an effort to destabilize and sow chaos in the United States,” Steven Cheung, Trump's Campaign communications director said on Tuesday night. Later, Donald Trump in a social media post on X, said that big threats are there on his life by Iran, adding that moves were already made, but did not work out. "Big threats on my life by Iran. The entire U.S. Military is watching and waiting. Moves were already made by Iran that didn’t work out, but they will try again. Not a good situation for anyone. I am surrounded by more men, guns, and weapons than I have ever seen before. Thank you to Congress for unanimously approving far more money to Secret Service - Zero “NO” Votes, strictly bipartisan. Nice to see Republicans and Democrats get together on something. An attack on a former President is a Death Wish for the attacker!," he wrote on X. Cheung said that intelligence officials have identified these "continued and coordinated" attacks increased in recent months and law enforcement officials across all agencies have been working to ensure Trump is protected and the upcoming elections are free from interference. Watch | Ryan Routh Made Second Attempt On Trump's Life × "Make no mistake, the terror regime in Iran loves the weakness of Kamala Harris and is terrified of the strength and resolve of President Trump. He will let nothing stop him or get in his way to fight for the American people and to Make America Great Again," he said. Past assassination attempts on Trump Earlier, two assassination attempts have been made on Republican presidential nominee Trump. The first failed assassination attempt on Trump was made on July 12, during one of his rallies in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a bullet grazed his ear. The second attempt was made on September 15 at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. In the latest development, Ryan Routh, the gunman who attempted to kill Trump has been charged with 'attempted assassination' by the prosecutors, on Wednesday. Also read: Trump gunman Ryan Routh charged with attempted assassination by prosecutors The US presidential elections are scheduled for November 5, with Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris facing each other in competition. Iran, has previously denied US claims of interfering in American matters. However, on the reports of threats of assassination attempt on Trump, Iran's permanent mission to the United Nations in New York and the ODNI did not immediately respond to requests for comment. (With inputs from agencies)

'Big threats on my life by Iran': Trump says after US intelligence warns him of assassination threat

<p>US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shared a 'baseless claim' made by a MAGA OnlyFans model Samantha Gangewere, saying that people are being paid to attend Democratic nominee Kamala Harris'&nbsp;campaign rallies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former US president&nbsp;reshared the TikTok video of Gangewere on his platform, Truth Social, where she shared a story she heard at a nail salon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I just left my nail salon and my nail tech said their one cousin is in South Philly and she is getting paid $700 a week to go to wherever Kamala’s campaign tells them to go to,” Gangewere says in the video shared by Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“She’s not even a citizen, she can’t vote, but she wants that extra money. Their campaign is getting a bunch of people, that’s why you see these people on the side of the road with signs or whatever going to these protests," Gangewere added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harris-holds-first-public-rally-with-running-mate-tim-walz-as-latter-calls-vance-creepy-747923"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Harris holds first public rally with running mate Tim Walz, as latter calls Vance 'creepy'</strong></a></p>

<p>Further, she continued that Harris'&nbsp;campaign is getting a bunch of people, "that’s why you see these people on the side of the road with signs or whatever going to these protests.”</p>

<p>She further alleged that the attendees are allegedly compensated for travel and other expenses, despite being ineligible to vote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“They get travel paid for and everything and they’re not even able to vote,” she said.</p>

<p>Trump has frequently shared false claims suggesting that any kind of grassroots excitement surrounding the Harris campaign is either wholly fake or the result of attendees being paid to be there.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Democrats nominees Harris &amp; Walz to hold bus rally in Savannah</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier during the 2016 elections, Trump claimed that protests against him, both before and after the election, were orchestrated by "paid protesters".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, the model, Gangewere has earlier also made several inflammatory comments on concerns like transgender individuals, saying that they "belong in a mental ward". She has also criticised the focus on Trump, writing, “Y’all are way too concerned about [Trump].”&nbsp;</p>

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US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shared a 'baseless claim' made by a MAGA OnlyFans model Samantha Gangewere, saying that people are being paid to attend Democratic nominee Kamala Harris' campaign rallies.

US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump shared a 'baseless claim' made by a MAGA OnlyFans model Samantha Gangewere, saying that people are being paid to attend Democratic nominee Kamala Harris' campaign rallies. The former US president reshared the TikTok video of Gangewere on his platform, Truth Social, where she shared a story she heard at a nail salon. "I just left my nail salon and my nail tech said their one cousin is in South Philly and she is getting paid $700 a week to go to wherever Kamala’s campaign tells them to go to,” Gangewere says in the video shared by Trump. “She’s not even a citizen, she can’t vote, but she wants that extra money. Their campaign is getting a bunch of people, that’s why you see these people on the side of the road with signs or whatever going to these protests," Gangewere added. Also read: Harris holds first public rally with running mate Tim Walz, as latter calls Vance 'creepy' Further, she continued that Harris' campaign is getting a bunch of people, "that’s why you see these people on the side of the road with signs or whatever going to these protests.” She further alleged that the attendees are allegedly compensated for travel and other expenses, despite being ineligible to vote. “They get travel paid for and everything and they’re not even able to vote,” she said. Trump has frequently shared false claims suggesting that any kind of grassroots excitement surrounding the Harris campaign is either wholly fake or the result of attendees being paid to be there. Watch | US Elections 2024: Democrats nominees Harris & Walz to hold bus rally in Savannah × Earlier during the 2016 elections, Trump claimed that protests against him, both before and after the election, were orchestrated by "paid protesters". Moreover, the model, Gangewere has earlier also made several inflammatory comments on concerns like transgender individuals, saying that they "belong in a mental ward". She has also criticised the focus on Trump, writing, “Y’all are way too concerned about [Trump].” (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Current Republican presidential candidate and former United States (US) president Donald Trump would rally on October 5 at the site of the first assassination attempt against him in Butler, Pennsylvania, American media reported on Monday (Sept 23).</p>

<p>The attempt on&nbsp;Trump's life came after he was&nbsp;shot at a campaign rally&nbsp;in Butler on July 13, sustaining a minor injury to his right ear. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, was shot dead by the Secret Service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The former president survived another assassination attempt on September 15.</p>

<h2><strong>The rally on October 5</strong></h2>

<p>Citing sources, a report by CBS News on Monday said that the October 5 rally would take place at the&nbsp;Butler Farm Show fairgrounds, where he survived the assassination attempt.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-will-offer-150000-to-gunman-routh-wrote-about-failed-assassination-bid-against-trump-months-ago-761332">'I will offer $150,000 to...': Gunman Routh wrote about failed assassination bid against Trump months ago</a></strong></p>

<p>The set-up for the upcoming event is likely to be similar to the July rally, the CBS News report said.&nbsp;Trump has repeatedly said he'd return to Butler in a post on his social media platform Truth Social days after the July 13 assassination attempt.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since the Butler incident, Trump has spoken at his outdoor rallies from behind bulletproof glass.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'A miracle that I wasn't killed'</strong></h2>

<p>On being asked whether he was suffering any&nbsp;post-traumatic stress after the shooting, Trump told CBS News he was not and pointed out it was a miracle that he was not killed.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | Race to Power US: Too late for another presidential debate, says Trump</strong></p>

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<p>"The answer is, it was a very- it was a very close call, an eighth of an inch, and I wouldn't be talking to you right now. And I think God has a reason for doing things, and his reason might very well be that he wants to save this country, maybe save the world," Trump said.</p>

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Current Republican presidential candidate and former United States (US) president Donald Trump would rally on October 5 at the site of the first assassination attempt against him in Butler, Pennsylvania, American media reported on Monday (Sept 23).

Current Republican presidential candidate and former United States (US) president Donald Trump would rally on October 5 at the site of the first assassination attempt against him in Butler, Pennsylvania, American media reported on Monday (Sept 23). The attempt on Trump's life came after he was shot at a campaign rally in Butler on July 13, sustaining a minor injury to his right ear. The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, was shot dead by the Secret Service. The former president survived another assassination attempt on September 15. The rally on October 5 Citing sources, a report by CBS News on Monday said that the October 5 rally would take place at the Butler Farm Show fairgrounds, where he survived the assassination attempt. Also read | 'I will offer $150,000 to...': Gunman Routh wrote about failed assassination bid against Trump months ago The set-up for the upcoming event is likely to be similar to the July rally, the CBS News report said. Trump has repeatedly said he'd return to Butler in a post on his social media platform Truth Social days after the July 13 assassination attempt. Since the Butler incident, Trump has spoken at his outdoor rallies from behind bulletproof glass. 'A miracle that I wasn't killed' On being asked whether he was suffering any post-traumatic stress after the shooting, Trump told CBS News he was not and pointed out it was a miracle that he was not killed. Also watch | Race to Power US: Too late for another presidential debate, says Trump × "The answer is, it was a very- it was a very close call, an eighth of an inch, and I wouldn't be talking to you right now. And I think God has a reason for doing things, and his reason might very well be that he wants to save this country, maybe save the world," Trump said. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Donald Trump has confirmed he will not seek the presidency again in 2028 if he loses the upcoming election. In a recent interview, the 78-year-old former president made it clear this would be his final attempt.</p>

<h2><strong>'I think that will be it' - Trump on future presidential bids</strong></h2>

<p>When asked if he would consider running again after a loss, Trump told the US news programme Full Measure, "No, I don't. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don't see that at all." However, Trump did express his hopes for a positive outcome at the polls on November 5, saying he aimed to be "successful" on election day.</p>

<h2><strong>Harris challenges Trump to second debate</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, US Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday (Sep&nbsp;21) extended a challenge to Trump for another debate before the election. Jen O’Malley, the spokesperson for Kamala Harris's campaign, announced that the U.S. vice president had agreed to participate in a debate with Donald Trump on October 23, as invited by CNN. Their first debate, held on September 10, attracted over 67 million viewers.</p>

<p>Earlier this month, Trump posted on his Truth Social account, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!" He reiterated this point during a rally in North Carolina on Saturday, stating that it was "too late" to have another debate with Harris.</p>

<p>"The problem with another debate is that it’s just too late, voting has already started," Trump said, according to reports from US media.</p>

<p>As the November 5 election approaches, polls show a close race between the two candidates. According to a New York Times polling tracker, Harris holds a narrow lead of 49 per cent support compared with Trump’s 47 per cent support.</p>

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Donald Trump has confirmed he will not seek the presidency again in 2028 if he loses the upcoming election. In a recent interview, the 78-year-old former president made it clear this would be his final attempt.

Donald Trump has confirmed he will not seek the presidency again in 2028 if he loses the upcoming election. In a recent interview, the 78-year-old former president made it clear this would be his final attempt. 'I think that will be it' - Trump on future presidential bids When asked if he would consider running again after a loss, Trump told the US news programme Full Measure, "No, I don't. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don't see that at all." However, Trump did express his hopes for a positive outcome at the polls on November 5, saying he aimed to be "successful" on election day. Harris challenges Trump to second debate Meanwhile, US Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday (Sep 21) extended a challenge to Trump for another debate before the election. Jen O’Malley, the spokesperson for Kamala Harris's campaign, announced that the U.S. vice president had agreed to participate in a debate with Donald Trump on October 23, as invited by CNN. Their first debate, held on September 10, attracted over 67 million viewers. Earlier this month, Trump posted on his Truth Social account, "THERE WILL BE NO THIRD DEBATE!" He reiterated this point during a rally in North Carolina on Saturday, stating that it was "too late" to have another debate with Harris. "The problem with another debate is that it’s just too late, voting has already started," Trump said, according to reports from US media. As the November 5 election approaches, polls show a close race between the two candidates. According to a New York Times polling tracker, Harris holds a narrow lead of 49 per cent support compared with Trump’s 47 per cent support. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said that he would&nbsp;not make a fourth consecutive run for the presidency if he loses the November 5 election, as per an interview released on Sunday (Sept 22).</p>

<p>Asked if he saw himself running again in four years if he is not successful in his third consecutive bid for the White House, Trump told Sharyl Attkisson's "Full Measure" program: "No I don't. I think that will be — that will be it. I don't see that at all. Hopefully, we will be successful."</p>

<p>Trump&nbsp;launched his first reelection bid for the 2020 election on the same day he was inaugurated in 2017 and announced his latest White House bid two years ago in November 2022.</p>

<h2><strong>A tight race against Kamala Harris</strong></h2>

<p>Trump is facing a tight race against his rival- Democratic presidential candidate and current Vice President Kamala Harris. Polls showed Trump and Harris neck-and-neck&nbsp;in key battleground states that are likely to be decisive in determining the winner, even as Harris has begun to edge up in nationwide polls.</p>

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Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said that he would not make a fourth consecutive run for the presidency if he loses the November 5 election, as per an interview released on Sunday (Sept 22).

Former United States (US) president and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said that he would not make a fourth consecutive run for the presidency if he loses the November 5 election, as per an interview released on Sunday (Sept 22). Asked if he saw himself running again in four years if he is not successful in his third consecutive bid for the White House, Trump told Sharyl Attkisson's "Full Measure" program: "No I don't. I think that will be — that will be it. I don't see that at all. Hopefully, we will be successful." Trump launched his first reelection bid for the 2020 election on the same day he was inaugurated in 2017 and announced his latest White House bid two years ago in November 2022. A tight race against Kamala Harris Trump is facing a tight race against his rival- Democratic presidential candidate and current Vice President Kamala Harris. Polls showed Trump and Harris neck-and-neck in key battleground states that are likely to be decisive in determining the winner, even as Harris has begun to edge up in nationwide polls. More details will be added soon...

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<p>Amid the heat of the US presidential election, which has seen both factions launch vicious attacks and insults, Donald Trump was seen sharing a warm moment with his grandchildren at a recent rally in North Carolina.</p>

<p>The former president was joined by his grandkids, Luke and Carolina, children of Eric and Lara Trump on the stage as he spoke to the rallygoers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We also have a very important member of my family. Far more important than Eric or Lara,” Trump joked on stage. “And her name is Carolina.”</p>

<p>"And she's beautiful and she's sweet and she doesn't know how evil life is," he added. "Can I ask Carolina to come up? Is that possible?"</p>

<p>A few moments later, Trump introduced Luke to the crowd as well by inviting him on stage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Would anybody like to meet Luke? Her brother? Luke, come on up,” the former president said. After Trump whispered something into his grandchild's ear, Luke urged the crowd to 'vote for grandpa'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump revealed that he asked Luke to say something else.</p>

<p>“I whispered into his ear, so cute, I said, ‘Say MAGA,’” the presidential candidate said. “He said, ‘Vote for grandpa.’”</p>

<p>“He didn’t care what I said and that was actually much better,” Trump added.</p>

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<h2><strong>Trump's grandkid at RNC</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, during the&nbsp;Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee in July,&nbsp;Trump’s granddaughter, Kai Trump also took centre stage and moved the audience with an emotional speech.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 17-year-old Kai said she wanted Americans to know “the side of my grandpa that people don’t often see.”Her speech detailed sweet little mentions, reflecting Trump as “just a normal grandpa.”</p>

<p>"My grandpa has been through hell because of many people, and he's still standing. Grandpa, you are such an inspiration," Kai said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rejects-second-tv-presidential-debate-with-harris-says-it-is-too-late-760799"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Trump rejects second TV presidential debate with Harris, says it is 'too late'</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Trump's final attempt&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Trump has made it clear that he will not seek to run for president again if he loses the upcoming election.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"No, I don't. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don't see that at all." However, Trump did express his hopes for a positive outcome at the polls on November 5, saying he aimed to be "successful" on election day.</p>

<p>Trump has also refused to take part in a second debate against Kamal Harris, claiming that it was too late and that voters had already made up their minds.&nbsp;</p>

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Amid the heat of the US presidential election, which has seen both factions launch vicious attacks and insults, Donald Trump was seen sharing a warm moment with his grandchildren at a recent rally in North Carolina.

Amid the heat of the US presidential election, which has seen both factions launch vicious attacks and insults, Donald Trump was seen sharing a warm moment with his grandchildren at a recent rally in North Carolina. The former president was joined by his grandkids, Luke and Carolina, children of Eric and Lara Trump on the stage as he spoke to the rallygoers. “We also have a very important member of my family. Far more important than Eric or Lara,” Trump joked on stage. “And her name is Carolina.” "And she's beautiful and she's sweet and she doesn't know how evil life is," he added. "Can I ask Carolina to come up? Is that possible?" A few moments later, Trump introduced Luke to the crowd as well by inviting him on stage. “Would anybody like to meet Luke? Her brother? Luke, come on up,” the former president said. After Trump whispered something into his grandchild's ear, Luke urged the crowd to 'vote for grandpa'. Trump revealed that he asked Luke to say something else. “I whispered into his ear, so cute, I said, ‘Say MAGA,’” the presidential candidate said. “He said, ‘Vote for grandpa.’” “He didn’t care what I said and that was actually much better,” Trump added. Trump introduced his 5-year-old granddaughter Carolina to the North Carolina rally crowd, saying, “She's beautiful and she’s sweet and she doesn’t know how evil life is.” Carolina’s message for the audience? “Make America Great Again!” Smart kid.pic.twitter.com/oHp6GBnbZv — Julia 🇺🇸 (@Jules31415) September 22, 2024 × Trump's grandkid at RNC Notably, during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee in July, Trump’s granddaughter, Kai Trump also took centre stage and moved the audience with an emotional speech. The 17-year-old Kai said she wanted Americans to know “the side of my grandpa that people don’t often see.”Her speech detailed sweet little mentions, reflecting Trump as “just a normal grandpa.” "My grandpa has been through hell because of many people, and he's still standing. Grandpa, you are such an inspiration," Kai said. Also read | Trump rejects second TV presidential debate with Harris, says it is 'too late' Trump's final attempt Trump has made it clear that he will not seek to run for president again if he loses the upcoming election. "No, I don't. I think that that will be, that will be it. I don't see that at all." However, Trump did express his hopes for a positive outcome at the polls on November 5, saying he aimed to be "successful" on election day. Trump has also refused to take part in a second debate against Kamal Harris, claiming that it was too late and that voters had already made up their minds. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Former US president Donald Trump has rejected the invitation to participate in another TV debate against&nbsp;Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the November election after <em>CNN&nbsp;</em>extended the courtesy to both leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking&nbsp;at a rally in Wilmington, North Carolina on Saturday (Sep 21) Trump said Harris only wanted a rematch because she was losing.</p>

<p>“She’s done one debate, I’ve done two. It’s too late to do another, I’d love to in many ways but it’s too late, the voting is cast, the voters are out there, immediately – is everybody voting, please? Get out and vote,” Trump said.</p>

<p>While Trump rejected, Harris accepted the CNN invite readily with her campaign stating that US citizens needed to see the two leaders in action once again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The American people deserve another opportunity to see Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate before they cast their ballots,” Harris-Walz campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon said.</p>

<p>“It would be unprecedented in modern history for there to just be one general election debate. Debates offer a unique chance for voters to see the candidates side by side and take stock of their competing visions for America."</p>

<p>“I will gladly accept a second presidential debate on October 23,” Harris later posted on X (formerly Twitter). “I hope Donald Trump will join me.”</p>

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<h2><strong>Trump rejects debate</strong></h2>

<p>Trump, who has already participated in two debates, has repeatedly rejected the calls for another square-off ever since he went toe-to-toe against Harris on ABC News earlier this month.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We just don’t think that there’s any need for it.&nbsp;We’ve done two. You know, one against Biden [on June 27], one against Comrade Kamala. I did well. I did really well,” said Trump in the immediate aftermath of the second debate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recent polls indicate that while the competition is close, Harris might be edging Trump in a few swing&nbsp;states, primarily due to her performance in the debate.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-voters-convinced-not-to-vote-for-harris-after-swifts-endorsement-poll-758760" target="_blank"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;More voters convinced not to vote for Harris after Swift's endorsement: Poll</strong></a></p>

<p>A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 53 per cent&nbsp;of viewers backed Harris's performance compared to 24 power per cent for Trump.&nbsp;The former president&nbsp;was rattled by Harris after she baited him by making a remark about his rallies.</p>

<p>Harris is leading Trump by four points across the country, with 50 per cent backing her, compared to 46 per cent for Trump, according to a&nbsp;survey by Data for Progress.&nbsp;</p>

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Former US president Donald Trump has rejected the invitation to participate in another TV debate against Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the November election after CNN extended the courtesy to both leaders.

Former US president Donald Trump has rejected the invitation to participate in another TV debate against Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the November election after CNN extended the courtesy to both leaders. Speaking at a rally in Wilmington, North Carolina on Saturday (Sep 21) Trump said Harris only wanted a rematch because she was losing. “She’s done one debate, I’ve done two. It’s too late to do another, I’d love to in many ways but it’s too late, the voting is cast, the voters are out there, immediately – is everybody voting, please? Get out and vote,” Trump said. While Trump rejected, Harris accepted the CNN invite readily with her campaign stating that US citizens needed to see the two leaders in action once again. “The American people deserve another opportunity to see Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate before they cast their ballots,” Harris-Walz campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon said. “It would be unprecedented in modern history for there to just be one general election debate. Debates offer a unique chance for voters to see the candidates side by side and take stock of their competing visions for America." “I will gladly accept a second presidential debate on October 23,” Harris later posted on X (formerly Twitter). “I hope Donald Trump will join me.” I will gladly accept a second presidential debate on October 23. I hope @realDonaldTrump will join me. https://t.co/Trb8HUBsDh — Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) September 21, 2024 × Watch | US elections 2024: Vice President Kamala Harris accepts invitation for Oct 23 debate × Trump rejects debate Trump, who has already participated in two debates, has repeatedly rejected the calls for another square-off ever since he went toe-to-toe against Harris on ABC News earlier this month. “We just don’t think that there’s any need for it. We’ve done two. You know, one against Biden [on June 27], one against Comrade Kamala. I did well. I did really well,” said Trump in the immediate aftermath of the second debate. Recent polls indicate that while the competition is close, Harris might be edging Trump in a few swing states, primarily due to her performance in the debate. Also read | More voters convinced not to vote for Harris after Swift's endorsement: Poll A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 53 per cent of viewers backed Harris's performance compared to 24 power per cent for Trump. The former president was rattled by Harris after she baited him by making a remark about his rallies. Harris is leading Trump by four points across the country, with 50 per cent backing her, compared to 46 per cent for Trump, according to a survey by Data for Progress. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>American agencies said on Wednesday&nbsp;that Iranian hackers had attempted to interfere in the 2024 election by sending stolen material from Donald Trump's campaign to people involved with Joe Biden's re-election campaign.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-government-shutdown-eminent-lawmakers-reject-key-six-month-funding-extension-759932"><strong>US government shutdown eminent? Lawmakers reject key six-month funding extension</strong></a></p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/fed-cuts-interest-rates-by-half-a-point-initiating-easing-campaign-amid-economic-concerns-759942"><strong>Fed cuts interest rates by half a point, initiating easing campaign amid economic concerns</strong></a></p>

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Japanese radio equipment maker Icom Inc. said on Thursday (Sep 19) that it had stopped producing the model of handheld reportedly used in recent blasts in Lebanon around a decade back.

Japanese radio equipment maker Icom Inc. said on Thursday (Sep 19) that it had stopped producing the model of handheld reportedly used in recent blasts in Lebanon around a decade back. "The IC-V82 is a handheld radio that was produced and exported, including to the Middle East, from 2004 to October 2014," Icom said in a statement. American agencies said on Wednesday that Iranian hackers had attempted to interfere in the 2024 election by sending stolen material from Donald Trump's campaign to people involved with Joe Biden's re-election campaign. In other news from around the world, US lawmakers rejected a Republican-backed government funding proposal that would've kept the government running past November's presidential elections. Click on the headlines to read more: Lebanon explosions: Japanese firm says devices used in recent blasts discontinued around 10 years ago Japanese radio equipment maker Icom Inc. said on Thursday (Sept 19) that it had stopped producing the model of handheld reportedly used in recent blasts in Lebanon around 10 years ago. Icom earlier said that it was investigating the facts regarding news reports that two-way radio devices bearing its logo had exploded in Lebanon. Iranian hackers tried to tip 2024 US Election by leaking Trump campaign secrets to Biden's team: FBI and DNI 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. US government shutdown eminent? Lawmakers reject key six-month funding extension US lawmakers on Wednesday (Sep 18) rejected a Republican-backed government funding proposal that would've kept the government running past November's presidential elections. The bill which was aimed at preventing a government shutdown with a six-month extension of funding, was voted down 220-202. Fed cuts interest rates by half a point, initiating easing campaign amid economic concerns The Federal Reserve has taken a significant step in its monetary policy by cutting interest rates by half a percentage point, marking its first reduction since the onset of the Covid pandemic. The decision aims to mitigate potential downturns in the labor market while responding to easing inflationary pressures. Watch | World DNA- Russia Ukraine war: Putin orders re-equipment of army and navy ×

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