The clock is ticking for US President Joe Biden, the Democratic National Convention is drawing closer, murmurs within the blue Camp are growing against the incumbent leader. Biden now faces a critical week ahead. The leader has sent a letter to his party's lawmakers insisting that he will continue the Presidential race but much needs to be done. Watch in for more details!

US Elections 2024: Biden tells Democrats he won't step aside in presidential race

US President Joe Biden faces a fresh round of hazards from members of his own party as he seeks to salvage his embattled reelection bid and fend off calls from Democratic lawmakers to step aside. Watch in for more details!

US President Biden pushes on to Pennsylvania as pressure from Democrats rises

A cacophony of voices in Democratic party and their donors as well as opinion leaders in the US are asking President Joe Biden to step down from the race to the White House against his formidable Republican challenger, former president Donald Trump.

A cacophony of voices in Democratic party and their donors as well as opinion leaders in the US are asking President Joe Biden to step down from the race to the White House against his formidable Republican challenger, former president Donald Trump. They want either Kamala Harris, the current vice president, or someone else to fight in his place. There are mentions of former first lady Michelle Obama, but she has maintained a stoic silence so far. In spite of the damage control being done by White House that Biden is digging in his heels after the disastrous debate performance on June 27, many in the ruling party are not convinced. Here is a list of those who want Biden out, and related reports: Senior House Democrats On Sunday (July 7), several US media outlets reported citing sources that four Democratic lawmakers in the House of Representatives have sought a replacement candidate for Biden. They are: Representative Adam Smith (Washington), Jerry Nadler (New York), Mark Takano (California) and Joe Morelle (New York). Earlier, at least five Democratic lawmakers had demanded that Biden exit the race. Those who are looking for alternatives include House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senator Mark Warner. Biden's efforts to placate public opinion through an ABC interview last weekend did not go well either. Soon after the interview, Representative Angie Craig (Minnesota) asked him to step away. Mike Quigley of Illinois is another representative who argued that Biden should go. Other Democrat Congressmen seeking a replacement candidate include Seth Moulton (Massachusetts), Lloyed Dogget (Texas) and Raul Giralva (Arizona). Several other prominent Democrats have joined the chorus. They include Julian Castro, a former housing and urban development secretary under Barack Obama, and former representative Tim Ryan of Ohio. Top donors pull out or withhold funds: Hitting where it hurts most Several business tycoons who donate to Democratic campaign, ranging from tens of thousands to millions of dollars, have in the past days expressed their displeasure with Biden. Many of them have stopped or are withholding the donations, or threatened to do so. Disney heir Abigail Disney was among the main figures who wanted Biden out. Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings said Biden should step aside for a "vigourous Democratic leader" to fight Trump. Gideon Stein, the president of Moriah Fund, has said he would stop donations. Karla Jurveston, a physician-philanthropist, also took the same stance. Christy Walton, the billionaire heiress of Walmart, cryptocurrency entrepreneur Michael Novogratz and tech venture capitalist Mark Cuban also want Biden out. Also read | Senior House Democrat to publicly ask Biden to exit presidential race on Monday, reports suggest The Commentariat, from NYT editors to Thomas Friedman, want Biden to step away The New York Times's editorial board wrote that Biden should leave the race "to serve his country". The editorial boards of The Chicago Tribune, Boston Globe and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution are also taking similar stance. In spite of knowing Biden for years, prominent columnist Thomas Friedman said he cried while watching the debate, which he described as "heartbreaking'. Nicolas Kristof, another NYT columnist, said the debate reinforced the perception that Biden is too old to serve. While describing Biden as the 'best president of my life', prominent NYT columnist Paul Krugman also made a plea for him to withdraw from the race. David Remnick, the editor of The New Yorker magazine, wrote Biden seemed to "wander into senselessness" during his debate outing. Numerous other columnists and correspondents like David Ignatious also wrote post-debate articles in Washington Post expressing the same sentiment. Watch | Team Biden releases new post debate campaign × Who could replace Biden: Kamala Harris, Gretchen Whitmer, or others? Even as she appeared to defend Biden's debate performance, party insiders are rallying behind Kamala Harris as a possible replacement candidate. She has tacit support from senior Democrats as well as some wealthy donors. Having cut her teeth in the past four years as Biden's deputy, Harris has improved her image and has a fan base on social media, particularly among the youth, Black and other minority communities. While Harris' name is prominently being mentioned, there are others also who could be contenders. Among them are Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio and current Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. Though none them have made a direct pitch, the following names are also doing the rounds: California Governor Gavin Newsom, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. Will things change before Democratic Convention? The Democratic Party Convention, where traditionally the party's presidential candidate is formally announced, is not just a formality anymore this year. Much could change - or not- before the event set to take place on August 19-22 in Illinois. The usual process is for the Democratic delegates Biden had gathered so far - nearly 4,000 in number- to name him as the nominee. But if there's a challenge, there could be a vote and the delegates can vote according to their conscience. An open challenge is unlikely as it could turn really messy, with the best-case scenario being Biden himself 'transferring' his delegates to an alternative candidate. But if one goes by White House stance and Biden's interviews since the debate debacle, this scenario looks highly unlikely too.

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US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are back on campaign rallies after their first debate of 2024 where Biden was widely panned for his performance and Trump was widely panned for his honesty. Watch in for more details!

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A defiant President Joe Biden vowed Wednesday to keep running for reelection, rejecting growing pressure from Democrats to withdraw after a disastrous debate performance raised questions about his readiness to keep campaigning, much less win in November. Watch in for more details!

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US: Joe Biden reassures top democrats he is fit for election

US President Joe Biden privately mentioned that he is considering whether to continue his presidential campaign or step aside for another candidate, according to a media report on Wednesday. Watch in for more details!

BREAKING: Biden tells ally that he might not be able to salvage his candidacy, says report

Some elected Democrats have raised fresh questions on Tuesday (2 July) about Joe Biden's 2024 re-election bid, with one calling for him to step aside, a shift after many defended him in the wake of last week’s shaky debate performance. Watch in for more details!

US: Biden faces growing doubts from Democrats post-debate

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, federal prosecutor and legal adviser to Donald Trump, was found guilty of making repeated false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss. He was disbarred in the state on Tuesday (Jul 2).&nbsp;

A New York appeals court in Manhattan ruled that Giuliani "repeatedly and intentionally made false statements ... concerning the 2020 Presidential election, in which he baselessly attacked and undermined the integrity of this country's electoral process".&nbsp;

"In so doing, respondent not only deliberately violated some of the most fundamental tenets of the legal profession, but he also actively contributed to the national strife that has followed the 2020 Presidential election, for which he is entirely unrepentant," it added.&nbsp;

The court added that Giuliani is now "disbarred from the practice of law, effective immediately, and until the further order of this Court".&nbsp;

The court also ruled that his name was "stricken from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-law in the State of New York". Giuliani already had his New York law license suspended in 2021 for false statements he made after the election.&nbsp;

Arthur Aidala, who is Giuliani's attorney, said as quoted by The Associated Press that they were "obviously disappointed” but not surprised by the decision.&nbsp;

Aidala added that they "put up a valiant effort" to prevent the disbarment but "saw the writing on the wall".&nbsp;

Giuliani, who was New York City mayor from 1994 to 2001, declared bankruptcy in December following a jury's $148 million damages order for fabricating allegations of election fraud against two Georgia poll workers.&nbsp;

He, along with Trump, has also been charged with racketeering in Georgia for allegedly plotting to rig the 2020 election results in the state's southern region. He is also facing election-related allegations in Arizona.&nbsp;

Hunter Biden, Joe Biden's son, has also filed a lawsuit against Giuliani accusing him of computer fraud for accessing personal data on his computer.&nbsp;

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Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, federal prosecutor and legal adviser to Donald Trump, was found guilty of making repeated false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss.

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, federal prosecutor and legal adviser to Donald Trump, was found guilty of making repeated false statements about Trump’s 2020 election loss. He was disbarred in the state on Tuesday (Jul 2). A New York appeals court in Manhattan ruled that Giuliani "repeatedly and intentionally made false statements ... concerning the 2020 Presidential election, in which he baselessly attacked and undermined the integrity of this country's electoral process". "In so doing, respondent not only deliberately violated some of the most fundamental tenets of the legal profession, but he also actively contributed to the national strife that has followed the 2020 Presidential election, for which he is entirely unrepentant," it added. The court added that Giuliani is now "disbarred from the practice of law, effective immediately, and until the further order of this Court". The court also ruled that his name was "stricken from the roll of attorneys and counselors-at-law in the State of New York". Giuliani already had his New York law license suspended in 2021 for false statements he made after the election. Arthur Aidala, who is Giuliani's attorney, said as quoted by The Associated Press that they were "obviously disappointed” but not surprised by the decision. Aidala added that they "put up a valiant effort" to prevent the disbarment but "saw the writing on the wall". Giuliani, who was New York City mayor from 1994 to 2001, declared bankruptcy in December following a jury's $148 million damages order for fabricating allegations of election fraud against two Georgia poll workers. He, along with Trump, has also been charged with racketeering in Georgia for allegedly plotting to rig the 2020 election results in the state's southern region. He is also facing election-related allegations in Arizona. Hunter Biden, Joe Biden's son, has also filed a lawsuit against Giuliani accusing him of computer fraud for accessing personal data on his computer. (With inputs from agencies)

Rudy Giuliani disbarred for making 'false statements' about 2020 presidential election

US President Biden’s campaign released a new advertisement Friday targeting former President Trump over comments he made during the first presidential debate. Watch in for more details!

Team Biden releases new post debate campaign advertisement

US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump went head-to-head in the first presidential debate on Thursday as they fight to win over voters ahead of the election later this year. Watch in for more details!

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Hillary Clinton, former US Secretary of State, said that President Joe Biden is starting from a "disadvantage" against former president Donald Trump during the first 2024 presidential debate on Thursday. In an op-ed published in The New York Times on Monday, Clinton also said she has low expectations for Trump's performance.&nbsp;

CNN is hosting Biden and Trump for their first debate of the 2024 campaign in Atlanta as the stage is set for what could be a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential race.&nbsp;

Notably, Clinton has debated both Trump and Biden. In 2016, she debated Trump while unsuccessfully running for the White House. She had debated Biden during a presidential primary eight years earlier.&nbsp;

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It would be a "waste of time" for Biden to attempt to refute Trump's contentions in the debate because "it's nearly impossible to identify what his arguments even are", she said, further adding that Trump "starts with nonsense and then digresses into blather" and this has "gotten only worse in the years since we debated".&nbsp;

Clinton accused Trump of wanting to "rant and rave in part because he wants to avoid giving straight answers about his unpopular positions, like restrictions on abortion, giving tax breaks to billionaires and selling out our planet to big oil companies in return for campaign donations."&nbsp;

She claimed that Trump's planning would "fall flat" and would be unsuccessful if Biden "is as direct and forceful as he was" during his State of the Union address in March.&nbsp;

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"These ploys will fall flat if Mr. Biden is as direct and forceful as he was when engaging Republican hecklers at the State of the Union address in March," Clinton added, referring to the president's address before Congress, which received a generally positive reaction from voters.

She added: "Expectations for him are so low that if he doesn't literally light himself on fire on Thursday evening, some will say he was downright presidential."&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, referring to Biden's disadvantage, Clinton said: "Unfortunately, Mr. Biden starts from a disadvantage because there's no way he can spend as much time preparing as I did eight years ago."&nbsp;

"Being president isn't just a day job; it's an everything-everywhere-all-at-once job. Historically, that has led to weaker first debate performances for the incumbent," Clinton added.&nbsp;

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Hillary Clinton, former US Secretary of State, said that President Joe Biden is starting from a "disadvantage" against former president Donald Trump during the first 2024 presidential debate on Thursday.

Hillary Clinton, former US Secretary of State, said that President Joe Biden is starting from a "disadvantage" against former president Donald Trump during the first 2024 presidential debate on Thursday. In an op-ed published in The New York Times on Monday, Clinton also said she has low expectations for Trump's performance. CNN is hosting Biden and Trump for their first debate of the 2024 campaign in Atlanta as the stage is set for what could be a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential race. Notably, Clinton has debated both Trump and Biden. In 2016, she debated Trump while unsuccessfully running for the White House. She had debated Biden during a presidential primary eight years earlier. Also read: Abraham Lincoln's wax statue melts amid soaring temperatures, see pics It would be a "waste of time" for Biden to attempt to refute Trump's contentions in the debate because "it's nearly impossible to identify what his arguments even are", she said, further adding that Trump "starts with nonsense and then digresses into blather" and this has "gotten only worse in the years since we debated". Clinton accused Trump of wanting to "rant and rave in part because he wants to avoid giving straight answers about his unpopular positions, like restrictions on abortion, giving tax breaks to billionaires and selling out our planet to big oil companies in return for campaign donations." She claimed that Trump's planning would "fall flat" and would be unsuccessful if Biden "is as direct and forceful as he was" during his State of the Union address in March. Also read: Joe Biden to pardon US military personnel convicted of homosexuality "These ploys will fall flat if Mr. Biden is as direct and forceful as he was when engaging Republican hecklers at the State of the Union address in March," Clinton added, referring to the president's address before Congress, which received a generally positive reaction from voters. She added: "Expectations for him are so low that if he doesn't literally light himself on fire on Thursday evening, some will say he was downright presidential." Watch: Hunter Biden's attorneys seeking new trial in Federal Gun case × Meanwhile, referring to Biden's disadvantage, Clinton said: "Unfortunately, Mr. Biden starts from a disadvantage because there's no way he can spend as much time preparing as I did eight years ago." "Being president isn't just a day job; it's an everything-everywhere-all-at-once job. Historically, that has led to weaker first debate performances for the incumbent," Clinton added. (With inputs from agencies)

Hillary Clinton says Joe Biden starting from 'disadvantage' in debate against Donald Trump

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Trump and Biden's first presidential debate of 2024

US President Joe Biden won the coin toss to secure a podium position on the right side of the stage during the CNN debate next week, but by doing so gave Donald Trump the final closing statement of the 90-minute matchup. Watch in for more details!

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Indian-American Suhas Subramanyam defeated 11 other candidates, including fellow Indian-American Krystle Kaul, to win the Democratic primary for a congressional seat in Virginia's 10th Congressional District. In the general election, 37-year-old Subramanyam will compete against Republican Party candidate Mike Clancy.

Conversely, Suhas was born in Houston. He is a Virginia Senate member and an American lawyer. He has two children with his wife, Miranda.

He created history by being the first South Asian, Hindu, and Indian-American to be elected to both the Virginia State Senate in 2023 and the General Assembly in 2019.

His campaign for the United States House of Representatives is another noteworthy milestone.

In a statement released on Tuesday (June 18), Subramanyam said, “I am honoured to be your Democratic nominee for Virginia's 10th Congressional District.”

“I am so thankful for our volunteers, activists, supporters, staff, and family for coming together to pull off this incredible victory," he added.

"My parents are from Bengaluru and Chennai and spent some time in Secunderabad as well. They came here because they wanted to start a new life here. They wanted to be physicians and you can make a great life in America as a physician," Suhas told PTI news agency earlier this year.

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"They didn't have much when they came here, but they became successful through education and hard work. I want to make sure that everyone has a chance at that American dream. Everyone has a chance of creating a great business if that's what they want to do or being a part of a great business and that they can empower themselves economically," he told PTI in an interview.

In 2015, then-President Barack Obama nominated Subramanyam to serve as a White House technology policy advisor, demonstrating his dedication to public service. His candidacy received a boost with the endorsement of incumbent US Representative Jennifer Wexton, an established member of the Democratic Party.

"The Congress is here to solve problems and to be proactive about the future. We should not be legislating not just for the next two years, but for the next 20 or 30 years. I want my children -- I've got two girls who are two and three -- I want them to live in a better country and in a better world than what we found,” he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian-American Suhas Subramanyam defeated 11 other candidates, including fellow Indian-American Krystle Kaul, to win the Democratic primary for a congressional seat in Virginia's 10th Congressional District.

Indian-American Suhas Subramanyam defeated 11 other candidates, including fellow Indian-American Krystle Kaul, to win the Democratic primary for a congressional seat in Virginia's 10th Congressional District. In the general election, 37-year-old Subramanyam will compete against Republican Party candidate Mike Clancy. Conversely, Suhas was born in Houston. He is a Virginia Senate member and an American lawyer. He has two children with his wife, Miranda. He created history by being the first South Asian, Hindu, and Indian-American to be elected to both the Virginia State Senate in 2023 and the General Assembly in 2019. His campaign for the United States House of Representatives is another noteworthy milestone. In a statement released on Tuesday (June 18), Subramanyam said, “I am honoured to be your Democratic nominee for Virginia's 10th Congressional District.” “I am so thankful for our volunteers, activists, supporters, staff, and family for coming together to pull off this incredible victory," he added. "My parents are from Bengaluru and Chennai and spent some time in Secunderabad as well. They came here because they wanted to start a new life here. They wanted to be physicians and you can make a great life in America as a physician," Suhas told PTI news agency earlier this year. Also read: Juneteenth 2024: From history, significance to special events - All you need to know "They didn't have much when they came here, but they became successful through education and hard work. I want to make sure that everyone has a chance at that American dream. Everyone has a chance of creating a great business if that's what they want to do or being a part of a great business and that they can empower themselves economically," he told PTI in an interview. In 2015, then-President Barack Obama nominated Subramanyam to serve as a White House technology policy advisor, demonstrating his dedication to public service. His candidacy received a boost with the endorsement of incumbent US Representative Jennifer Wexton, an established member of the Democratic Party. "The Congress is here to solve problems and to be proactive about the future. We should not be legislating not just for the next two years, but for the next 20 or 30 years. I want my children -- I've got two girls who are two and three -- I want them to live in a better country and in a better world than what we found,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Meet Suhas Subramanyam - First Indian-American to win Virginia Democratic primary

The world is eagerly waiting for the Trump-Biden debate ahead of the November election. However, now, former president Donald Trump has put&nbsp;a precondition.&nbsp;

Last week, President Joe Biden and Trump agreed to hold two campaign debates. The first is scheduled for June 27 hosted by CNN and the second on September 10 hosted by ABC.&nbsp;

Notably, Biden turned down the three debates recommended by the bipartisan US election debates commission. He instead opted for two audience-free debates hosted by news organisations.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Trump on Friday (May 17) said that he wants to debate Biden but will ask for a ‘drug test’, as he accused Biden of being "high as a kite" during the&nbsp;State of the Union address.&nbsp;

During a visit to Minneapolis, Trump said, "I just want to debate this guy. But you know, and I'm going to I'm going to demand a drug test, too, by the way."&nbsp;

"I don't want him coming in like the State of the Union, he was high as a kite. I said, 'is that Joe up there?' And by the end of the evening, he's like, well, he was exhausted, right? No, we're going to demand a drug test, but 'Fake Tapper' and these people, they're going to be fine. They're going to be fair," he added, mocking one of the moderators.&nbsp;

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Biden had also taken a dig at Trump as he referred to the ongoing criminal hush money trial in New York. The trial features a mid-week break and Biden said, "So let's pick the dates, Donald. I hear you're free on Wednesdays."&nbsp;

Democrats and Republicans have been sparring for months about debates for months. Such debates have long been a staple of any US presidential election campaign.&nbsp;

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<h2>Debate between vice presidential candidates</h2>

Trump also said that a deal was in the works for a debate between vice presidential candidates, even though he has not announced his pick yet.&nbsp;

"...And they just agreed or something to a vice president debate. I said, 'how could I have a vice president debate? I haven't even picked I haven't even picked the gentleman or woman yet.' I haven't picked. A lot of people think it's that guy right there. I don't know who the hell it is," Trump said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The world is eagerly waiting for the Trump-Biden debate ahead of the November election. However, now, former president Donald Trump has put a precondition. Last week, President Joe Biden and Trump agreed to hold two campaign debates.

The world is eagerly waiting for the Trump-Biden debate ahead of the November election. However, now, former president Donald Trump has put a precondition. Last week, President Joe Biden and Trump agreed to hold two campaign debates. The first is scheduled for June 27 hosted by CNN and the second on September 10 hosted by ABC. Notably, Biden turned down the three debates recommended by the bipartisan US election debates commission. He instead opted for two audience-free debates hosted by news organisations. Also read: Joe Biden launches fresh bid to win over Black voters amid dwindling support ahead of presidential elections Meanwhile, Trump on Friday (May 17) said that he wants to debate Biden but will ask for a ‘drug test’, as he accused Biden of being "high as a kite" during the State of the Union address. During a visit to Minneapolis, Trump said, "I just want to debate this guy. But you know, and I'm going to I'm going to demand a drug test, too, by the way." "I don't want him coming in like the State of the Union, he was high as a kite. I said, 'is that Joe up there?' And by the end of the evening, he's like, well, he was exhausted, right? No, we're going to demand a drug test, but 'Fake Tapper' and these people, they're going to be fine. They're going to be fair," he added, mocking one of the moderators. Also read: David DePape, man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband sentenced to 30 years in prison Biden had also taken a dig at Trump as he referred to the ongoing criminal hush money trial in New York. The trial features a mid-week break and Biden said, "So let's pick the dates, Donald. I hear you're free on Wednesdays." Democrats and Republicans have been sparring for months about debates for months. Such debates have long been a staple of any US presidential election campaign. Watch: TikTok: Firm never shared user data with Chinese government × Debate between vice presidential candidates Trump also said that a deal was in the works for a debate between vice presidential candidates, even though he has not announced his pick yet. "...And they just agreed or something to a vice president debate. I said, 'how could I have a vice president debate? I haven't even picked I haven't even picked the gentleman or woman yet.' I haven't picked. A lot of people think it's that guy right there. I don't know who the hell it is," Trump said. (With inputs from agencies)

It was all set for Trump-Biden presidential debates, now ex-president puts up a ‘test’ demand

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9). He promised them to reverse dozens of the Biden administration's environmental rules and policies, the paper claimed.&nbsp;

Citing unidentified sources familiar with the meeting last month in Florida, the report claimed that the presumptive Republican presidential nominee vowed to end emissions rules aimed at promoting electric vehicles and halt the Biden administration's freeze on permits for new liquefied natural gas exports.&nbsp;

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In March, the Biden administration announced new automobile emissions standards. The officials called it the most ambitious plan ever to cut planet-warming emissions from passenger vehicles.&nbsp;

The new Environmental Protection Agency rules aim to cut tailpipe emissions by 49 per cent between model years 2027 and 2032.

Meanwhile, the EPA set a target for EVs to make up at least 35 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2032.&nbsp;

Notably, the set standards are less ambitious than the proposed rules released last year. Previously, the target was to reduce emissions by 56 per cent by 2032 and called for EVs to represent 67 per cent of new vehicles by that year.&nbsp;

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The Post report alleged that Trump told the chief executives that giving $1 billion would be a "deal" for them. Invited guests included the CEOs of Venture Global, and Cheniere Energy as well as representatives from Chevron, Continental Resources, Exxon and Occidental Petroleum, it claimed.&nbsp;

The report cited an unnamed dinner attendee as saying that Trump said, "You'll get it on the first day."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9).

Donald Trump met with top oil executives in the US and asked them to raise $1 billion for his presidential campaign, the Washington Post claimed in a report on Thursday (May 9). He promised them to reverse dozens of the Biden administration's environmental rules and policies, the paper claimed. Citing unidentified sources familiar with the meeting last month in Florida, the report claimed that the presumptive Republican presidential nominee vowed to end emissions rules aimed at promoting electric vehicles and halt the Biden administration's freeze on permits for new liquefied natural gas exports. Also read: TikTok to adopt new tech aimed at labelling AI-generated images In March, the Biden administration announced new automobile emissions standards. The officials called it the most ambitious plan ever to cut planet-warming emissions from passenger vehicles. The new Environmental Protection Agency rules aim to cut tailpipe emissions by 49 per cent between model years 2027 and 2032. Meanwhile, the EPA set a target for EVs to make up at least 35 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2032. Notably, the set standards are less ambitious than the proposed rules released last year. Previously, the target was to reduce emissions by 56 per cent by 2032 and called for EVs to represent 67 per cent of new vehicles by that year. Also read: Trump hush money trial: Stormy Daniels returns to witness stand The Post report alleged that Trump told the chief executives that giving $1 billion would be a "deal" for them. Invited guests included the CEOs of Venture Global, and Cheniere Energy as well as representatives from Chevron, Continental Resources, Exxon and Occidental Petroleum, it claimed. The report cited an unnamed dinner attendee as saying that Trump said, "You'll get it on the first day." (With inputs from agencies)

Trump asked US oil executives for $1bn to reverse Biden administration's environmental rules: Report

Finally weighing in on the 2024 US Presidential elections, Allan Lichtman, who has earned the title of "Nostradamus of US presidential elections," says that incumbent President Joe Biden has an edge over former President Donald Trump.

Finally weighing in on the 2024 US Presidential elections, Allan Lichtman, who has earned the title of "Nostradamus of US presidential elections," says that incumbent President Joe Biden has an edge over former President Donald Trump. Lichtman has acquired the nickname of Nostradamus, a 16th-century French astrologer, whose forecasts are still well-recognised today. Lichtman had accurately predicted the outcome of nine of the previous 10 elections. With the use of a method he created, dubbed "13 Keys to the White House," Lichtman, a history professor at the American University in Washington, has predicted the outcome of almost every US presidential election since 1984. "The 13 keys are simple to use: if 8 or more of the 13 keys are true for the incumbent party, its candidate will win the election—but if fewer than 8 are true, the challenger will win," the American University website description of the method reads. Also read: Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace Lichtman told NDTV that he has not made a final prediction yet, but according to the '13 keys to the White House' model which has been correct since 1984 - 10 elections in a row, a lot would have to go wrong for Joe Biden to lose this election as he is just down by just two keys. Current polls suggest that President Joe Biden is trailing behind former President Donald Trump. He stressed that it is too early to predict the likely conclusion of the 2024 campaign between Biden and Trump. What are the '13 Keys to the White House'? Here are the 13 keys to the White House as written on the American University website: Party mandate: After the midterm elections, the incumbent party holds more seats in the US House of Representatives than after the previous midterm elections. Contest: There is no serious contest for the incumbent party nomination. Incumbency: The incumbent party candidate is the sitting president. Third party: There is no significant third party or independent campaign. Short term economy: The economy is not in recession during the election campaign. Long term economy: Real per capita economic growth during the term equals or exceeds mean growth during the previous two terms. Policy change: The incumbent administration effects major changes in national policy. Social unrest: There is no sustained social unrest during the term. Scandal: The incumbent administration is untainted by major scandal. Foreign/military failure: The incumbent administration suffers no major failure in foreign or military affairs. Foreign/military success: The incumbent administration achieves a major success in foreign or military affairs. Incumbent charisma: The incumbent party candidate is charismatic or a national hero. Challenger charisma: The challenging party candidate is not charismatic or a national hero. (With inputs from agencies)

US Presidential elections 2024: 'Nostradamus' Lichtman drops his prediction; here's what he thinks

US President Joe Biden poked fun at Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, while seeking to portray his Republican rival as a threat to democracy six months before their rematch. Watch in for more details!

US President Joe Biden pokes fun at GOP rival Donald Trump's legal troubles

In his third media interview since being named president-elect of the COP29 summit, Mukhtar Babayev has told the US news website Newsweek that he expects the US to maintain its climate commitments no matter who wins the US Presidential election.

"We hope that all the countries, including the United States, will demonstrate their readiness to fulfill their obligations, to fulfill their readiness to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels," he said.

COP29 is scheduled to happen one week after the US Presidential election in November. Former president Donald Trump's campaign's energy policy's premise is increasing domestic fossil fuel production which doesn't exactly line up with keeping climate commitments. Trump plans to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act which provides $500 billion in investment for the infrastructure necessary for the transition to a green economy if re-elected.

When questioned about persuading an incoming President Trump to uphold emission reduction pledges, Babayev said "I think it is [a] very critical time for the world. We hope that all countries will fulfill their obligations and intentions to provide [for that] 1.5 [Celsius, 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit] limit. That's why I think, and I hope, that all the countries will demonstrate their readiness and—by action—their activities to provide this target."

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Critics may dispute Azerbaijan's status as a major fossil fuel producer hosting a climate meeting. However, Babayev highlighted the country's commitment to switching to renewables. Despite depending primarily on oil and gas exports, Azerbaijan aims to get 30% of its energy from renewables by 2027.

"For Azerbaijan, it is [a] very good opportunity to demonstrate to the world how the oil and gas country in the past can turn to the green growth direction. One of the aspects of our program [is] to invite oil and gas producing countries to see how we will use all the chances to reduce the emission, to find the investment potential for the green growth," he added.&nbsp;

Babayev has more modest expectations for the results of COP29 than COP's previous chapters. Instead of going after historic agreements, he wants countries to honor their previous commitments, such as those made in the Paris Agreement.&nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

In his third media interview since being named president-elect of the COP29 summit, Mukhtar Babayev has told the US news website Newsweek that he expects the US to maintain its climate commitments no matter who wins the US Presidential election.

In his third media interview since being named president-elect of the COP29 summit, Mukhtar Babayev has told the US news website Newsweek that he expects the US to maintain its climate commitments no matter who wins the US Presidential election. "We hope that all the countries, including the United States, will demonstrate their readiness to fulfill their obligations, to fulfill their readiness to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels," he said. COP29 is scheduled to happen one week after the US Presidential election in November. Former president Donald Trump's campaign's energy policy's premise is increasing domestic fossil fuel production which doesn't exactly line up with keeping climate commitments. Trump plans to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act which provides $500 billion in investment for the infrastructure necessary for the transition to a green economy if re-elected. When questioned about persuading an incoming President Trump to uphold emission reduction pledges, Babayev said "I think it is [a] very critical time for the world. We hope that all countries will fulfill their obligations and intentions to provide [for that] 1.5 [Celsius, 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit] limit. That's why I think, and I hope, that all the countries will demonstrate their readiness and—by action—their activities to provide this target." Also read: Joe Biden speaks to Xi Jinping on phone, talks about global crises, AI, and climate issues Critics may dispute Azerbaijan's status as a major fossil fuel producer hosting a climate meeting. However, Babayev highlighted the country's commitment to switching to renewables. Despite depending primarily on oil and gas exports, Azerbaijan aims to get 30% of its energy from renewables by 2027. "For Azerbaijan, it is [a] very good opportunity to demonstrate to the world how the oil and gas country in the past can turn to the green growth direction. One of the aspects of our program [is] to invite oil and gas producing countries to see how we will use all the chances to reduce the emission, to find the investment potential for the green growth," he added. Babayev has more modest expectations for the results of COP29 than COP's previous chapters. Instead of going after historic agreements, he wants countries to honor their previous commitments, such as those made in the Paris Agreement. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump presidency or not, COP29 leader demands US uphold climate commitments

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump once again kicked up his degrading rhetoric against migrants, calling them "animals", "not humans" and "mental patients" during campaign rallies in Michigan and Wisconsin on Tuesday (Apr 2).

<h2>If I don't win…</h2>

Trump in Michigan listed, at times in graphic detail, several criminal cases involving suspects that have entered the US illegally.&nbsp;

"They're sending prisoners, murderers, drug dealers, mental patients and terrorists, the worst they have in every country all over the world. This isn't just in South America. They're coming from the Congo, from Yemen, from Somalia, from Syria. They come from all over the world. China. Many of them are military age, which is very strange."

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He warned people that violence and chaos would consume America if he didn't win the upcoming November 5 election.

"If we don't win on November 5th, I think our country is going to cease to exist. It could be the last election we ever have. I actually mean that we don't win, I think this could be the last election we ever have. That's where our country's going," he said.

Speaking about Lake Riley, a 22-year-old Georgia nursing student allegedly murdered by an illegal Venezuelan illegal immigrant, Trump said some immigrants were sub-human.

"The 22-year-old nursing student in Georgia who was barbarically murdered by an illegal alien animal. The Democrats say, 'please don't call them animals, they're humans.' I said 'no, they're not humans, they're animals'," said the Presidential candidate.

<h2>Biden a threat to democracy: Trump</h2>

Calling rival Joe Biden a "threat to democracy," Trump in Wisconsin reiterated that his losing the election will mean that the 2024 elections will be the last in US.

He vowed to stop the "invasion" of "prisoners", "murderers", "drug dealers", "mental patients", and "terrorists", and said that the worst of every country would come to the United States.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-elections-2024-biden-trump-sweep-primaries-in-wisconsin-new-york-and-two-other-states-707065">US Elections 2024: Biden, Trump sweep primaries in Wisconsin, New York, and two other states</a>

"Joe Biden is so weak on the border that other countries are now publicly taunting and extorting him by pumping migrants across our wide-open border," he said.

As per Reuters, while Trump regularly claims immigrants crossing the borders in Mexico have escaped from prisons and mental asylums in their home countries, there is no proof that they are fuelling the crime rate in the US. Even though data is sparse, researchers stress that illegal migrants do not commit crimes at a higher rate than American citizens do.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump once again kicked up his degrading rhetoric against migrants, calling them "animals", "not humans" and "mental patients" during campaign rallies in Michigan and Wisconsin on Tuesday (Apr 2).

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump once again kicked up his degrading rhetoric against migrants, calling them "animals", "not humans" and "mental patients" during campaign rallies in Michigan and Wisconsin on Tuesday (Apr 2). If I don't win… Trump in Michigan listed, at times in graphic detail, several criminal cases involving suspects that have entered the US illegally. "They're sending prisoners, murderers, drug dealers, mental patients and terrorists, the worst they have in every country all over the world. This isn't just in South America. They're coming from the Congo, from Yemen, from Somalia, from Syria. They come from all over the world. China. Many of them are military age, which is very strange." Also read | Trump rants against migrants, compares them to Hannibal Lecter and mocks their languages He warned people that violence and chaos would consume America if he didn't win the upcoming November 5 election. "If we don't win on November 5th, I think our country is going to cease to exist. It could be the last election we ever have. I actually mean that we don't win, I think this could be the last election we ever have. That's where our country's going," he said. Speaking about Lake Riley, a 22-year-old Georgia nursing student allegedly murdered by an illegal Venezuelan illegal immigrant, Trump said some immigrants were sub-human. "The 22-year-old nursing student in Georgia who was barbarically murdered by an illegal alien animal. The Democrats say, 'please don't call them animals, they're humans.' I said 'no, they're not humans, they're animals'," said the Presidential candidate. Biden a threat to democracy: Trump Calling rival Joe Biden a "threat to democracy," Trump in Wisconsin reiterated that his losing the election will mean that the 2024 elections will be the last in US. He vowed to stop the "invasion" of "prisoners", "murderers", "drug dealers", "mental patients", and "terrorists", and said that the worst of every country would come to the United States. Also read | US Elections 2024: Biden, Trump sweep primaries in Wisconsin, New York, and two other states "Joe Biden is so weak on the border that other countries are now publicly taunting and extorting him by pumping migrants across our wide-open border," he said. As per Reuters, while Trump regularly claims immigrants crossing the borders in Mexico have escaped from prisons and mental asylums in their home countries, there is no proof that they are fuelling the crime rate in the US. Even though data is sparse, researchers stress that illegal migrants do not commit crimes at a higher rate than American citizens do. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump launches fresh tirade against illegal migrants, calls them ‘animals’ and ‘not humans’

A fundraiser for President Joe Biden in New York on March 28 could set a record for the biggest amount raised for a political event by raising $25 million, according to his campaign. Barack Obama and Bill Clinton will attend the fundraiser.&nbsp;

<h2>Fundraiser to unite over three decades of Democratic leadership</h2>

The headline-grabbing event will feature a discussion among the three American presidents moderated by 'The Late Show' host Stephen Colbert along with musical guests like Queen Latifah, Lizzo, Ben Platt Cynthia Erivo, and Lea Michele.

"This historic raise is a show of strong enthusiasm for President Biden and Vice President Harris and a testament to the unprecedented fundraising machine we've built," Biden-Harris 2024 campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg said in a statement.

<h2>How much does the fundraiser ticket cost?</h2>

The hourlong event is expected to attract thousands of Biden supporters at Radio City Music Hall. The ticket prices start from $225 and go up to $500,000. The event has different tires of access depending on how much money donors give. Small donors can attend the event virtually by paying $25.

For example, a $100,000 donation could get you a photo with all three presidents, $250,000 earns donors access to one reception, and $500,000 gets them an invite to a super exclusive event.

The event doesn't end there according to the campaign, there is an afterparty too, hosted by none other than First Lady Jill Biden and DJ D-Nice at Radio City Music Hall with 500 selected guests.

Campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg said, “This historic raise is a show of strong enthusiasm for President Biden and Vice President Harris and a testament to the unprecedented fundraising machine we’ve built. Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising is going to reach the voters who will decide this election — communicating the president’s historic record, his vision for the future, and laying plain the stakes of this election.”

This fundraiser is a precursor to the upcoming US presidential election where President Joe Biden will face off against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. The 2024 United States presidential election is scheduled to happen on November 5.

A fundraiser for President Joe Biden in New York on March 28 could set a record for the biggest amount raised for a political event by raising $25 million, according to his campaign.

A fundraiser for President Joe Biden in New York on March 28 could set a record for the biggest amount raised for a political event by raising $25 million, according to his campaign. Barack Obama and Bill Clinton will attend the fundraiser. Fundraiser to unite over three decades of Democratic leadership The headline-grabbing event will feature a discussion among the three American presidents moderated by 'The Late Show' host Stephen Colbert along with musical guests like Queen Latifah, Lizzo, Ben Platt Cynthia Erivo, and Lea Michele. "This historic raise is a show of strong enthusiasm for President Biden and Vice President Harris and a testament to the unprecedented fundraising machine we've built," Biden-Harris 2024 campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg said in a statement. How much does the fundraiser ticket cost? The hourlong event is expected to attract thousands of Biden supporters at Radio City Music Hall. The ticket prices start from $225 and go up to $500,000. The event has different tires of access depending on how much money donors give. Small donors can attend the event virtually by paying $25. For example, a $100,000 donation could get you a photo with all three presidents, $250,000 earns donors access to one reception, and $500,000 gets them an invite to a super exclusive event. The event doesn't end there according to the campaign, there is an afterparty too, hosted by none other than First Lady Jill Biden and DJ D-Nice at Radio City Music Hall with 500 selected guests. Campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg said, “This historic raise is a show of strong enthusiasm for President Biden and Vice President Harris and a testament to the unprecedented fundraising machine we’ve built. Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising is going to reach the voters who will decide this election — communicating the president’s historic record, his vision for the future, and laying plain the stakes of this election.” This fundraiser is a precursor to the upcoming US presidential election where President Joe Biden will face off against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. The 2024 United States presidential election is scheduled to happen on November 5.

Biden fundraiser with Obama and Clinton could 'set a record' by raising $25 million

According to the analysts, foreign interference is already disrupting the United States elections. Concerns are also rising over the Artificial Intelligence (AI) threat to US' 2024 polls. Watch in for more details!

Analysts: Foreign interference already disrupting US elections

US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election.

<h2>Contrasting personalities</h2>

As per excerpts released by the White House&nbsp;ahead of the November elections, Biden will seek to draw a contrast with his Republican challenger Trump.

During the speech, he will highlight his commitment to abortion rights in the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in 2022. &nbsp;

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Trump appointed three of the six conservative judges on the nine-member court and has been known to claim credit for the striking down of Roe V. Wade.

Addressing that, Biden will say, "Clearly those bragging about overturning Roe v. Wade have no clue about the power of women in America."

"But they found out when reproductive freedom was on the ballot and won in 2022, 2023, and they will find out again in 2024. If Americans send me a Congress that supports the right to choose I promise you: I will restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land again."

<h2>Freedom and Democracy</h2>

The incumbent president will also focus on the threats to democracy, he and his campaign argue Trump poses. This will include the Republican's&nbsp;repeated false claims about a rigged 2020 election and the subsequent US Capitol riots.

"My lifetime has taught me to embrace freedom and democracy. A future based on the core values that have defined America: honesty, decency, dignity, equality. To respect everyone. To give everyone a fair shot. To give hate no safe harbour," Biden will say.&nbsp;

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"Now some other people my age see a different story: an American story of resentment, revenge, and retribution. That's not me."

Here, as per Reuters, his reference to "other people my age" is an attempt to underscore that he and Trump are not that far apart in age, and are in fact both elderly. Biden has for a long time faced mockery and criticism over his advanced age.

(With inputs from agencies)

US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election.

US President Joe Biden is expected to pledge to make abortion rights the law of the land and slam rival Donald Trump's vision for America on Thursday, during his last State of the Union address before the US election. Contrasting personalities As per excerpts released by the White House ahead of the November elections, Biden will seek to draw a contrast with his Republican challenger Trump. During the speech, he will highlight his commitment to abortion rights in the wake of the overturning of Roe vs Wade in 2022. Also read | Ukraine's first lady and Alexei Navalny's wife decline Jill Biden's invitation to State of the Union address Trump appointed three of the six conservative judges on the nine-member court and has been known to claim credit for the striking down of Roe V. Wade. Addressing that, Biden will say, "Clearly those bragging about overturning Roe v. Wade have no clue about the power of women in America." "But they found out when reproductive freedom was on the ballot and won in 2022, 2023, and they will find out again in 2024. If Americans send me a Congress that supports the right to choose I promise you: I will restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land again." Freedom and Democracy The incumbent president will also focus on the threats to democracy, he and his campaign argue Trump poses. This will include the Republican's repeated false claims about a rigged 2020 election and the subsequent US Capitol riots. "My lifetime has taught me to embrace freedom and democracy. A future based on the core values that have defined America: honesty, decency, dignity, equality. To respect everyone. To give everyone a fair shot. To give hate no safe harbour," Biden will say. Also read | Federal judge denies Donald Trump's appeal to delay execution of $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll verdict "Now some other people my age see a different story: an American story of resentment, revenge, and retribution. That's not me." Here, as per Reuters, his reference to "other people my age" is an attempt to underscore that he and Trump are not that far apart in age, and are in fact both elderly. Biden has for a long time faced mockery and criticism over his advanced age. (With inputs from agencies)

Joe Biden to draw contrast with Donald Trump in his last State of the Union address in current term

Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for&nbsp;migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums".

<h2>'Rough people' from 'mental institutions'</h2>

In a lengthy interview with Right Side Broadcasting Network, Trump said, "They're rough people, in many cases from jails, prisons, from mental institutions, insane asylums."

"You know, insane asylums, that’s 'Silence of the Lambs' stuff," he added.

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"Hannibal Lecter, anybody know Hannibal Lecter?" he asked a doting audience at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida.

"We don't want them in this country," stressed the 2024 presidential race hopeful.

In 'The Silence of the Lambs,' Hannibal Lecter is a deranged cannibal and a serial killer.

<h2>Dehumanising for votes</h2>

NBC News reports that Trump, whose campaign motto is "Make America Great Again", further dehumanised migrants by making fun of their languages, comparing them to alien languages from planet Mars.

"We don't even have teachers of some of these languages. Who would think that? We have languages that are, like, from, from the planet Mars?" asked Trump, before answering his own questions with "Nobody, nobody knows how to, you know, speak it." 
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He also claimed that due to migrants there were no more sports in cities like New York.

"We have children that are no longer going to school. They're throwing them out of the park. There's no more Little Leagues, there's no more sports, there's no more life in New York and so many of these cities," he said.

Pouncing on this false statement, the Biden campaign on X posted a clip of the exchange which has earned Trump the mockery of netizens.

"Have the little leaguers been informed of this yet?," taunted one user, while another commented, "More like New York has ended Trump."

Trump's comments come as the presidential election race heats up in the United States. America will soon witness Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries that will play a huge part in deciding the presidential nominations for the Republican and the Democrat party. Donald Trump is the frontrunner for GOP while Joe Biden is leading the Democrats.

(With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums".

Donald Trump, vying for a Republican nomination for the November presidential elections, has once again displayed his dislike for migrants. On Monday (March 4), the former US president compared migrants to the character Hannibal Lecter from the movie "The Silence of the Lambs," and said many of them come from "insane asylums". 'Rough people' from 'mental institutions' In a lengthy interview with Right Side Broadcasting Network, Trump said, "They're rough people, in many cases from jails, prisons, from mental institutions, insane asylums." "You know, insane asylums, that’s 'Silence of the Lambs' stuff," he added. Also read | Super Tuesday showdown: Trump and Biden lead the pack. Who will win presidential nominations? "Hannibal Lecter, anybody know Hannibal Lecter?" he asked a doting audience at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. "We don't want them in this country," stressed the 2024 presidential race hopeful. In 'The Silence of the Lambs,' Hannibal Lecter is a deranged cannibal and a serial killer. Dehumanising for votes NBC News reports that Trump, whose campaign motto is "Make America Great Again", further dehumanised migrants by making fun of their languages, comparing them to alien languages from planet Mars. "We don't even have teachers of some of these languages. Who would think that? We have languages that are, like, from, from the planet Mars?" asked Trump, before answering his own questions with "Nobody, nobody knows how to, you know, speak it." He also claimed that due to migrants there were no more sports in cities like New York. "We have children that are no longer going to school. They're throwing them out of the park. There's no more Little Leagues, there's no more sports, there's no more life in New York and so many of these cities," he said. Pouncing on this false statement, the Biden campaign on X posted a clip of the exchange which has earned Trump the mockery of netizens. "Have the little leaguers been informed of this yet?," taunted one user, while another commented, "More like New York has ended Trump." Trump's comments come as the presidential election race heats up in the United States. America will soon witness Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries that will play a huge part in deciding the presidential nominations for the Republican and the Democrat party. Donald Trump is the frontrunner for GOP while Joe Biden is leading the Democrats. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump rants against migrants, compares them to Hannibal Lecter and mocks their languages

Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date.&nbsp;

<h2>Here's what to expect from the GOP Primaries</h2>

In the GOP (Grand Old Party) aka Republican primaries, Donald Trump is the clear frontrunner. As of now, Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is trailing far behind her rival Trump.

To clinch the Republican nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,215 delegates out of the overall 2,429. Haley has 43 delegates and needs another 1,172. On the other hand, Trump already has 273 (230 more than Haley) delegates and needs 942.

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As per predictions, Trump is set to win a significant number of delegates in Super Tuesday. As per Politico, "while he won't get there (to 942) on Super Tuesday alone, he'll be a lot closer when the night ends."

RealClearPolitics, which keeps track of all national polls, shows that across national polls, Trump is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average.

<h2>Here's what to expect from the Democrat Primaries</h2>

Unsurprisingly, Joe Biden is the frontrunner in the Democrat party primaries. To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979.

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Biden has already won 206 delegates and requires 1,763 more. Trailing him in second place with two delegates is 'uncommitted'.

RealClearPolitics data shows that across national polls, Biden is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average.

<h2>Which states go to primaries on Super Tuesday?</h2>

On Super Tuesday, Republican presidential primaries are being held in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia.&nbsp;

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With these, more than a third (865) of all the Republican delegates are at stake, the biggest haul of any date on the primary calendar.

It will also hold caucuses in Alaska and Utah.

On the other hand, Democrats are holding primaries in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. There are 1,420 delegates up for grabs. 
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Furthermore, the Democratic Party will hold caucuses in the US territory of American Samoa.

(With inputs from agencies)

Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date.

Super Tuesday, an important phase of primaries in the 2024 US Presidential Election race, is all set to begin. On Tuesday (March 5), voters from multiple states will cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date. Here's what to expect from the GOP Primaries In the GOP (Grand Old Party) aka Republican primaries, Donald Trump is the clear frontrunner. As of now, Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is trailing far behind her rival Trump. To clinch the Republican nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,215 delegates out of the overall 2,429. Haley has 43 delegates and needs another 1,172. On the other hand, Trump already has 273 (230 more than Haley) delegates and needs 942. Also read | What is Super Tuesday and why does it matter? Here's all you need to know As per predictions, Trump is set to win a significant number of delegates in Super Tuesday. As per Politico, "while he won't get there (to 942) on Super Tuesday alone, he'll be a lot closer when the night ends." RealClearPolitics, which keeps track of all national polls, shows that across national polls, Trump is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average. Here's what to expect from the Democrat Primaries Unsurprisingly, Joe Biden is the frontrunner in the Democrat party primaries. To win the Democratic nomination, a candidate must secure a minimum of 1,969 delegates out of the overall 3,979. Watch | Super Tuesday: Everything you need to know Biden has already won 206 delegates and requires 1,763 more. Trailing him in second place with two delegates is 'uncommitted'. RealClearPolitics data shows that across national polls, Biden is leading by more than 60 percentage points on average. Which states go to primaries on Super Tuesday? On Super Tuesday, Republican presidential primaries are being held in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia. Also read | US presidential polls 2024: Supreme Court allows Trump to remain on Colorado ballot With these, more than a third (865) of all the Republican delegates are at stake, the biggest haul of any date on the primary calendar. It will also hold caucuses in Alaska and Utah. On the other hand, Democrats are holding primaries in Alabama, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Virginia. There are 1,420 delegates up for grabs. Furthermore, the Democratic Party will hold caucuses in the US territory of American Samoa. (With inputs from agencies)

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United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday (Feb 28) spent about two hours and 30 minutes at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.&nbsp;

He took a short helicopter ride to the medical centre&nbsp;that is often used by US presidents and reports said that it was for an annual physical check-up.&nbsp;

According to the White House, a summary of the test results from the Walter Reed military medical facility outside Washington would be released later in the day.&nbsp;

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"I'm going to Walter Reed to get my physical," Biden said as he left the White House and reporters shouted questions at him.

He departed the hospital in suburban Bethesda, Maryland, after just over two and a half hours. Donning sunglasses, Biden saluted military personnel before departing in his motorcade.&nbsp;

Biden, who seeks reelection, faced serious doubts about his health, and this health check-up will be closely watched by many, especially the Republicans.&nbsp;

Voter concerns grew over Biden's age who will be 86 at the end of his second term in office. Doctors had declared Biden "healthy, vigorous" and "fit" to handle his White House duties when he underwent his last exam in February 2023.&nbsp;

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"President Biden remains a healthy, vigorous, 80-year-old male, who is fit to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency," his doctor Kevin 'Connor&nbsp;said following Biden's medical examination in 2023.

But recently, a special counsel report portrayed Biden as elderly and forgetful. The investigation cleared him of illegally retaining classified documents in his home and garage, but said he would come across to a jury as a "well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory."&nbsp;

In response, Biden said in a press conference at the White House that his memory was "fine". He slammed the special counsel for claiming he could not remember when his son Beau died of cancer.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday (Feb 28) spent about two hours and 30 minutes at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He took a short helicopter ride to the medical centre that is often used by US presidents and reports said that it was for an annual physical check-up.

United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday (Feb 28) spent about two hours and 30 minutes at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He took a short helicopter ride to the medical centre that is often used by US presidents and reports said that it was for an annual physical check-up. According to the White House, a summary of the test results from the Walter Reed military medical facility outside Washington would be released later in the day. Also read: Veteran US politician Mitch McConnell to step down as Republican leader in Senate "I'm going to Walter Reed to get my physical," Biden said as he left the White House and reporters shouted questions at him. He departed the hospital in suburban Bethesda, Maryland, after just over two and a half hours. Donning sunglasses, Biden saluted military personnel before departing in his motorcade. Biden, who seeks reelection, faced serious doubts about his health, and this health check-up will be closely watched by many, especially the Republicans. Voter concerns grew over Biden's age who will be 86 at the end of his second term in office. Doctors had declared Biden "healthy, vigorous" and "fit" to handle his White House duties when he underwent his last exam in February 2023. Also read: Judge overseeing Trump fraud trial receives envelope with suspected white powder Watch: Hunter Biden testifies behind closed doors in GOP impeachment inquiry × "President Biden remains a healthy, vigorous, 80-year-old male, who is fit to successfully execute the duties of the Presidency," his doctor Kevin 'Connor said following Biden's medical examination in 2023. But recently, a special counsel report portrayed Biden as elderly and forgetful. The investigation cleared him of illegally retaining classified documents in his home and garage, but said he would come across to a jury as a "well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory." In response, Biden said in a press conference at the White House that his memory was "fine". He slammed the special counsel for claiming he could not remember when his son Beau died of cancer. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden undergoes last yearly medical examination before November's election

Self-help author Marianne Williamson, on Wednesday (Feb 28) announced that she is “unsuspending” her presidential campaign and restarting her long-shot Democratic challenge to President Joe Biden.&nbsp;

In a surprising comeback, Williamson, 71, took to X and said that she was re-joining the presidential race after dropping out three weeks ago and announcing the suspension of her primary challenge to Biden.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;US: Joe Biden faces protest over Gaza | Biden competes with Trump in Michigan Primary

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<h2>Why is Williamson ‘unsuspending’ her campaign?</h2>

“Hey, I have an important announcement to make. As of today, I am unsuspending my campaign for the presidency of the United States,” Williamson said in a video posted on X. She also went on to admit that she dropped out because “I was losing the horse race.”

The announcement also came after the Michigan primary election results where Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump easily won their respective primaries.&nbsp;

Notably, Williamson, despite dropping out of the race, edged out Representative Dean Phillips (Democrat-Minnesota) and secured third place in the Michigan Democratic primary.&nbsp;

She received around three per cent of the votes when compared to Phillips’ 2.7 per cent. Whereas Biden secured 81.1 per cent of the votes.&nbsp;

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“Right now we have a fascist standing at the door and everybody’s all upset about it,” said Williamson, on X presumably referring to the former president.&nbsp;

She also went on to criticise Biden’s economic policies at length and how they only benefit a small part of the US population and argued that “we need a president” who will eliminate student loan debt, provide Medicare for all, and so on.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Juggernaut of dark vision’</h2>

In her video, the writer and progressive Democrat said that people tell her “you’re delusional”.&nbsp;

“I’ll tell you what’s delusional…closing our eyes and crossing our fingers and just hoping that somehow Biden and Harris will be able to beat that juggernaut of dark, dark vision,” Williamson said referring to Trump.&nbsp;

She also called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas.&nbsp;

The impact of the Biden administration’s continued support for Israel was also reflected in the Michigan Democratic primary results as a section of angry Democrat voters (more than 13 per cent) marked their ballots as “uncommitted”.&nbsp;

According to the Michigan Department of State, selecting ‘uncommitted’ implies that the voter is exercising a party vote, but not committed to the candidates on the ballot.&nbsp;

<h2>Who is&nbsp;Marianne Williamson?</h2>

Marianne Williamson&nbsp;launched her second shot at the presidency nearly a year ago and became the first&nbsp;major Democrat to Biden for the&nbsp;party’s nomination in 2024.&nbsp;

In 2020, she backed out of the race for the White House&nbsp;in early January of that year after not gaining enough&nbsp;traction during the primaries and endorsed Senator&nbsp;Bernie Sanders.&nbsp;

Williamson, who is reportedly&nbsp;a&nbsp;spiritual adviser to Oprah Winfrey, came under fire last year due to her "abusive" treatment of her&nbsp;2020 campaign staff.

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The 71-year-old has built a career preaching love and forgiveness but, according to media reports, her&nbsp;public persona contradicts her&nbsp;private behaviour.&nbsp;

“It would be foaming, spitting, uncontrollable rage,” a former staffer told Politico last year speaking about&nbsp;Williamson's behaviour&nbsp;during her 2020 presidential campaign.&nbsp;“It was traumatic. And the experience, in the end, was terrifying.” 
 
Williamson grew up in Houston, Texas. She attended Pomona College in California but dropped out after two years and moved to New York to&nbsp;pursue a career in singing.&nbsp;

In the early&nbsp;1980s, she moved&nbsp;to Los Angeles. It was around that time that she&nbsp;became involved in awareness and advocacy efforts for people with HIV and AIDS.&nbsp;

Williamson founded two organisations,&nbsp;the Los Angeles and Manhattan Centers for Living, and the Angel Food Project,&nbsp;to support people living with AIDS. She is also&nbsp;the author of 12 books, out of which four have&nbsp;made The New York Times bestseller list.&nbsp;

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Self-help author Marianne Williamson, on Wednesday (Feb 28) announced that she is “unsuspending” her presidential campaign and restarting her long-shot Democratic challenge to President Joe Biden.

Self-help author Marianne Williamson, on Wednesday (Feb 28) announced that she is “unsuspending” her presidential campaign and restarting her long-shot Democratic challenge to President Joe Biden. In a surprising comeback, Williamson, 71, took to X and said that she was re-joining the presidential race after dropping out three weeks ago and announcing the suspension of her primary challenge to Biden. WATCH | US: Joe Biden faces protest over Gaza | Biden competes with Trump in Michigan Primary Why is Williamson ‘unsuspending’ her campaign? “Hey, I have an important announcement to make. As of today, I am unsuspending my campaign for the presidency of the United States,” Williamson said in a video posted on X. She also went on to admit that she dropped out because “I was losing the horse race.” The announcement also came after the Michigan primary election results where Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump easily won their respective primaries. Notably, Williamson, despite dropping out of the race, edged out Representative Dean Phillips (Democrat-Minnesota) and secured third place in the Michigan Democratic primary. She received around three per cent of the votes when compared to Phillips’ 2.7 per cent. Whereas Biden secured 81.1 per cent of the votes. Also Read | Biden's Michigan primary win soured by tens of thousands of 'uncommitted' votes in protest over Gaza war “Right now we have a fascist standing at the door and everybody’s all upset about it,” said Williamson, on X presumably referring to the former president. She also went on to criticise Biden’s economic policies at length and how they only benefit a small part of the US population and argued that “we need a president” who will eliminate student loan debt, provide Medicare for all, and so on. ‘Juggernaut of dark vision’ In her video, the writer and progressive Democrat said that people tell her “you’re delusional”. “I’ll tell you what’s delusional…closing our eyes and crossing our fingers and just hoping that somehow Biden and Harris will be able to beat that juggernaut of dark, dark vision,” Williamson said referring to Trump. She also called for a ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The impact of the Biden administration’s continued support for Israel was also reflected in the Michigan Democratic primary results as a section of angry Democrat voters (more than 13 per cent) marked their ballots as “uncommitted”. According to the Michigan Department of State, selecting ‘uncommitted’ implies that the voter is exercising a party vote, but not committed to the candidates on the ballot. Who is Marianne Williamson? Marianne Williamson launched her second shot at the presidency nearly a year ago and became the first major Democrat to Biden for the party’s nomination in 2024. In 2020, she backed out of the race for the White House in early January of that year after not gaining enough traction during the primaries and endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders. Williamson, who is reportedly a spiritual adviser to Oprah Winfrey, came under fire last year due to her "abusive" treatment of her 2020 campaign staff. Also Read | Israel-Hamas war: To stop the Gaza bloodbath, stop sending Israel arms The 71-year-old has built a career preaching love and forgiveness but, according to media reports, her public persona contradicts her private behaviour. “It would be foaming, spitting, uncontrollable rage,” a former staffer told Politico last year speaking about Williamson's behaviour during her 2020 presidential campaign. “It was traumatic. And the experience, in the end, was terrifying.” Williamson grew up in Houston, Texas. She attended Pomona College in California but dropped out after two years and moved to New York to pursue a career in singing. In the early 1980s, she moved to Los Angeles. It was around that time that she became involved in awareness and advocacy efforts for people with HIV and AIDS. Williamson founded two organisations, the Los Angeles and Manhattan Centers for Living, and the Angel Food Project, to support people living with AIDS. She is also the author of 12 books, out of which four have made The New York Times bestseller list. (With inputs from agencies)

Marianne Williamson: Democratic long-shot ‘unsuspends’ US presidential election campaign

In Nevada's Republican primary, the "none of these candidates" option won, bringing in a moment of great embarrassment for Nikki Haley, the only major candidate on the ballot.

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The ex-UN&nbsp;ambassador chose to participate in the state's primary election on Tuesday instead of the party's presidential caucuses, which is the sole competition in the state granting delegates for the nomination. Former President Donald Trump, the main contender in Thursday's caucuses, is expected to secure all of the state's Republican delegates.

Taking advantage of a peculiar aspect of Nevada's election regulations, a greater number of voters selected "none of these candidates" on their primary ballots than those who voted for Haley. Haley had previously stated her intention to prioritize states with fair processes and did not heavily campaign in Nevada. Republican Governor Joe Lombardo had announced his intention to vote for "none of these candidates," a sentiment echoed by several Republicans heading to the polls.

<h2>Biden's&nbsp;win</h2>

US President Joe Biden secured victory in the Democratic primary held in Nevada on Tuesday (Feb 6). Nevada, a crucial swing state where he narrowly defeated former President Donald Trump in 2020, boasts a significant population of Black and Latino voters, traditionally supporting the Democratic Party.

As reported by the Associated Press, President Biden garnered 88% of the votes. Apart from Biden, author Marianne Williamson and nine other candidates were listed on the Democratic ballot.

This marks Biden's second triumph in the primary race, following his landslide victory in South Carolina on Saturday, where he received an overwhelming 96% of the votes. In South Carolina, Biden clinched all 55 delegates, while Nevada offers 36 delegates.

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<h2>Dual Republican ballots</h2>

The unique dynamics of Nevada's Republican caucus and primary system have led to a dual-ballot scenario for Republican voters. While they can participate in both the primary on Tuesday and the caucus on Thursday, the latter holds more weight in determining delegate allocation.

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The conflicting Republican ballots stem from a dispute between the state Republican Party, aligned with Trump, and a state law mandating a primary. With Trump's strong ground game in Nevada, party leaders opted to stick with a caucus, viewing it as advantageous to Trump's candidacy.

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In Nevada's Republican primary, the "none of these candidates" option won, bringing in a moment of great embarrassment for Nikki Haley, the only major candidate on the ballot.

In Nevada's Republican primary, the "none of these candidates" option won, bringing in a moment of great embarrassment for Nikki Haley, the only major candidate on the ballot. The ex-UN ambassador chose to participate in the state's primary election on Tuesday instead of the party's presidential caucuses, which is the sole competition in the state granting delegates for the nomination. Former President Donald Trump, the main contender in Thursday's caucuses, is expected to secure all of the state's Republican delegates. Taking advantage of a peculiar aspect of Nevada's election regulations, a greater number of voters selected "none of these candidates" on their primary ballots than those who voted for Haley. Haley had previously stated her intention to prioritize states with fair processes and did not heavily campaign in Nevada. Republican Governor Joe Lombardo had announced his intention to vote for "none of these candidates," a sentiment echoed by several Republicans heading to the polls. Biden's win US President Joe Biden secured victory in the Democratic primary held in Nevada on Tuesday (Feb 6). Nevada, a crucial swing state where he narrowly defeated former President Donald Trump in 2020, boasts a significant population of Black and Latino voters, traditionally supporting the Democratic Party. As reported by the Associated Press, President Biden garnered 88% of the votes. Apart from Biden, author Marianne Williamson and nine other candidates were listed on the Democratic ballot. This marks Biden's second triumph in the primary race, following his landslide victory in South Carolina on Saturday, where he received an overwhelming 96% of the votes. In South Carolina, Biden clinched all 55 delegates, while Nevada offers 36 delegates. Also read | Republican-led $17.6 billion Israel-only aid bill rejected in US House Dual Republican ballots The unique dynamics of Nevada's Republican caucus and primary system have led to a dual-ballot scenario for Republican voters. While they can participate in both the primary on Tuesday and the caucus on Thursday, the latter holds more weight in determining delegate allocation. Also watch | US President Biden warns 'clock is ticking' on Ukraine aid The conflicting Republican ballots stem from a dispute between the state Republican Party, aligned with Trump, and a state law mandating a primary. With Trump's strong ground game in Nevada, party leaders opted to stick with a caucus, viewing it as advantageous to Trump's candidacy. (With inputs from agencies)

Nevada Primary: Embarrassment for Nikki Haley as 'none of these candidates' wins

Gallup poll has revealed that Joe Biden has less approval than all recent presidential incumbents. The poll, as reported in media, has revealed that only 38 per cent of respondents felt that Biden deserved a second term as US president.

Joe Biden has lower approval than all recent sitting presidents: Gallup poll

Donald Trump revealed what he wants for a running mate as he spoke during an interview with US-based Fox News as he further fueled speculations over who would be the vice president if he wins the 2024 Presidential Election. Trump stated that the most important factor is to ensure his running mate would be able to step up and handle the presidency in the case of an emergency.&nbsp;

While speaking during the interview, which was aired on Sunday (Feb 4), the former president said that he won't announce a vice presidential pick "for a little while".&nbsp;

On being asked what criteria is he using to identify his running mate, Trump replied, "What criteria are you using to identify who your running mate is?"&nbsp;

"Always it's gotta be who is going to be a good president. Obviously, you always have to think that, because in case of emergency. Things happen, right? No matter who you are, things happen. That's gotta be number one," Trump further said.&nbsp;

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When he was again asked to reveal a particular name, Trump said, "Well, I have a lot of good people. I have a lot of good ideas." He added that he "talks to everybody".&nbsp;

Trump also praised two people as he said Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) are the ones he is favouring. He said, "You know, I called [South Carolina Sen.] Tim Scott and people like Tim Scott, and I said you're a much better candidate for me than you are for yourself. When I watched him, he was fine. He was good, but he was very low-key."

"I watched him in the last week, defending me and sticking up for me and fighting for me – I said, man, you're a much better person for me than you are for yourself," he added.&nbsp;

Trump said Noem publicly said that she would never run against him, "because I could never beat him".&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;US Elections 2024: Can Trump's donors continue to finance his campaign &amp; his lawyers?&nbsp;

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<h2>Is Ramaswamy trying to be Trump's deputy?&nbsp;</h2>

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-origin entrepreneur and political newcomer, had pulled out and endorsed Trump for a second term. After he was projected to finish a distant fourth in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy told supporters, "We are going to suspend this presidential campaign."&nbsp;

He added, "I called Donald Trump to tell him I congratulate him on his victory, and now going forward he will have my full endorsement for the president."&nbsp;

After that, speculations are rife in Republican political circles that Ramaswamy may become Trump's number two, as he was greeted by the crowd with "VP, VP (Vice President)" chants when he shared the stage with the Republican frontrunner Trump in New Hampshire.&nbsp;

In his fiery speech, Ramaswamy endorsed Trump, stating that Trump praised him saying, "He's going to be working with us for a long time."&nbsp;

"This man is going to be the next President to revive them. E pluribus unum, from many, one [Motto of US]," Ramaswamy said at the campaign event in Atkinson, New Hampshire.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Donald Trump revealed what he wants for a running mate as he spoke during an interview with US-based Fox News as he further fueled speculations over who would be the vice president if he wins the 2024 Presidential Election.

Donald Trump revealed what he wants for a running mate as he spoke during an interview with US-based Fox News as he further fueled speculations over who would be the vice president if he wins the 2024 Presidential Election. Trump stated that the most important factor is to ensure his running mate would be able to step up and handle the presidency in the case of an emergency. While speaking during the interview, which was aired on Sunday (Feb 4), the former president said that he won't announce a vice presidential pick "for a little while". On being asked what criteria is he using to identify his running mate, Trump replied, "What criteria are you using to identify who your running mate is?" "Always it's gotta be who is going to be a good president. Obviously, you always have to think that, because in case of emergency. Things happen, right? No matter who you are, things happen. That's gotta be number one," Trump further said. Also read: Biden wins South Carolina Democratic Primary, sets course for 2024 presidential reelection When he was again asked to reveal a particular name, Trump said, "Well, I have a lot of good people. I have a lot of good ideas." He added that he "talks to everybody". Trump also praised two people as he said Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) are the ones he is favouring. He said, "You know, I called [South Carolina Sen.] Tim Scott and people like Tim Scott, and I said you're a much better candidate for me than you are for yourself. When I watched him, he was fine. He was good, but he was very low-key." "I watched him in the last week, defending me and sticking up for me and fighting for me – I said, man, you're a much better person for me than you are for yourself," he added. Trump said Noem publicly said that she would never run against him, "because I could never beat him". Watch: US Elections 2024: Can Trump's donors continue to finance his campaign & his lawyers? × Also read: Former Trump aide Mike Gill succumbs to injuries, days after being shot Is Ramaswamy trying to be Trump's deputy? Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-origin entrepreneur and political newcomer, had pulled out and endorsed Trump for a second term. After he was projected to finish a distant fourth in the Iowa caucuses, Ramaswamy told supporters, "We are going to suspend this presidential campaign." He added, "I called Donald Trump to tell him I congratulate him on his victory, and now going forward he will have my full endorsement for the president." After that, speculations are rife in Republican political circles that Ramaswamy may become Trump's number two, as he was greeted by the crowd with "VP, VP (Vice President)" chants when he shared the stage with the Republican frontrunner Trump in New Hampshire. In his fiery speech, Ramaswamy endorsed Trump, stating that Trump praised him saying, "He's going to be working with us for a long time." "This man is going to be the next President to revive them. E pluribus unum, from many, one [Motto of US]," Ramaswamy said at the campaign event in Atkinson, New Hampshire. (With inputs from agencies)

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