US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Just a week before the US Presidential Elections, President Joe Biden participated in early voting with hundreds of young voters in his home state of Delaware on Monday, casting his ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democratic candidates.
After voting, Biden shared on the social media platform X that he was proud to support Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and other Democrats.
He also urged the people to cast their vote for the election and stated that there was “too much on the line” to miss to sit this election out.
“I was proud to cast my ballot for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and Democrats up and down the ballot with a few first-time voters. Folks, there is too much on the line to sit this election out,” Biden stated in a post on X.
The US Presidential Elections are scheduled for November 5, with Vice President Kamala Harris running against former President and Republican candidate Donald Trump.
Trump is seeking a return to the White House after his contentious exit, while Harris aims to make history as the first woman president of the U.S.
A recent poll from the New York Times and Siena College revealed that Harris and Trump are tied at 48 per cent in the popular vote, remaining even after three months of significant political upheaval in the country.
All attention is focused on the high-stakes US presidential election battle on November 5.
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US Presidential Election 2024 Live: ‘Selected Kamala to be my running mate for many reasons…’ says President Biden lauds VP Harris ahead of polls
US President Joe Biden lauded his deputy and Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, emphasising that he had many reasons for selecting her as his running mate.
While addressing the White House Diwali celebrations on Monday, Biden called Vice President Harris a “smart, tough and trusted” leader.
He also took a jibe at Harris’ rival Republican candidate Donald Trump, saying, Harris has more experience than the “other guy she’s running against” and, most importantly, “she has character.”
“My wife Jill Biden wanted to be here but she is travelling to Wisconsin, and Kamala (Harris) is travelling as well. You know, I selected Kamala to be my running mate for many reasons. She’s smart, she’s tough, she’s trusted… There’s more experience that she has than the whole of that other guy she’s running against. But most importantly, she has character, ” he said. (ANI)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live: Harris tells computer chip workers in Michigan they are ‘source of my optimism’ about the US
Kamala Harris has emphasised how government funding for computer chip manufacturers could create factory jobs in the electoral battleground of Michigan, days after Donald Trump criticised the bipartisan 2022 law that provides the money and said he would rather just charge tariffs.
The Democratic vice president visited Saginaw County to tour a Hemlock Semiconductor factory. Last week, the Commerce Department said the company would receive up to USD 325 million in direct support to build a new factory making hyper-pure polysilicon, a building block for electronics and solar panels, among other technologies. The new facility would add 180 factory jobs in Michigan. (AP)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live: ‘Too much on line to sit this election out,’ President Joe Biden casts ballot in Delaware
Just a week ahead of the US Presidential Elections, President Joe Biden joined in with hundreds of young voters in his home state, Delaware to cast his ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democratic representatives on Monday.
After casting his early ballot, Biden took to social media platform X and said that he was proud to cast his ballot for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and other Democrats.
He also urged the people to cast their vote for the election and stated that there was “too much on the line” to miss to sit this election out.
“I was proud to cast my ballot for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and Democrats up and down the ballot with a few first-time voters. Folks, there is too much on the line to sit this election out,” Biden stated in a post on X.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: ‘Republicans doing 435k better than Democrats in Pennsylvania ..,’ says Elon Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, in a post on X, wrote, “Early votes in Pennsylvania now show Republicans doing 435k better than Democrats vs the same date in 2020. Biden’s margin of victory was only 80k in 2020. Trending towards a crushing victory.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: ‘Too much on line to sit this election out,’ says President Joe Biden casts ballot in Delaware
Just a week ahead of the US Presidential Elections, President Joe Biden joined in with hundreds of young voters in his home state, Delaware to cast his ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris and other Democratic representatives on Monday.
After casting his early ballot, Biden took to social media platform X and said that he was proud to cast his ballot for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and other Democrats.
He also urged the people to cast their vote for the election and stated that there was “too much on the line” to miss to sit this election out.
“I was proud to cast my ballot for Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, Lisa Rochester, and Democrats up and down the ballot with a few first-time voters. Folks, there is too much on the line to sit this election out,” Biden stated in a post on X. (ANI)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris brings in Maggie Rogers as she tries to fire up college-age voters in battleground Michigan
Vice President Kamala Harris worked to fire up college-age supporters at a rally and concert in battleground Michigan on Monday featuring singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers, who told the crowd that doing something like voting is “greater than fear” at a time when “the future feels so uncertain.”
Michigan had the highest youth voter turnout rate nationwide in 2022, with long lines stretching outside polling locations on college campuses. Democrats hope they can recreate that enthusiasm this year, with rallies such as the one Harris held in Ann Arbor, home of the University of Michigan, featuring Rogers. (AP)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Fires set in drop boxes destroy hundreds of ballots in Washington, 3 in Oregon
Incendiary devices were set off Monday at two ballot drop boxes — one in Portland and another in nearby Vancouver, Washington — destroying hundreds of ballots in what one official called a “direct attack on democracy” about a week before a heated Election Day.
The early morning fire at the drop box in Portland was extinguished quickly thanks to a suppression system inside the box as well as a nearby security guard, police said, and just three ballots were damaged there.
But within a few hours, another fire was discovered at a transit center drop box across the Columbia River in Vancouver. Vancouver is the biggest city in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District, the site of what is expected to be one of the closest U.S. House races in the country, between first-term Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican challenger Joe Kent. (AP)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Democrats escalate attacks on Trump after comedian calls Puerto Rico ‘floating island of garbage’
Democrats have stepped up their attacks on Donald Trump over a comedian opening a rally for the former president calling Puerto Rico a “floating island of garbage,” a comment that drew wide condemnation and highlighted the rising power of a key Latino group in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
Vice President Kamala Harris described Trump’s rally Sunday at Madison Square Garden as “more vivid than usual” and said he “fans the fuel of hate” before she flew to Michigan for a campaign event. President Joe Biden called the rally “simply embarrassing.” In a rare move late Sunday, the Trump campaign distanced itself from the remarks on Puerto Rico made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: ‘I’m not a Nazi,’ Trump tells US campaign rally
Donald Trump told campaign supporters Monday in swing state Georgia that he is “not a Nazi,” pushing back on critics’ accusations that the Republican is seeking to be an authoritarian American leader.
“I’m not a Nazi. I’m the opposite of a Nazi,” Trump told a boisterous crowd in Atlanta, one day after he held a mega-rally in New York’s famed Madison Square Garden that was widely condemned for racist remarks that his allies made during the event. (AFP)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: There are people in US who want to restrict legal immigration from Asia, other places: Neera Tanden
US President’s domestic policy adviser Neera Tanden has slammed those political groups who are trying to “restrict” legal migration from Asian countries and other parts of the globe and said their policy of deportation would many a time impact the near and dear ones of people who have legally migrated to the US.
“I will just say there’s a lot of conversation about immigration. Both people, our administration, the others have been focused on securing our border. But there is a big difference between national leaders on the issue of legal immigration. Our community has grown in part because this country has seen expansions of legal immigration as crucially important,” Tanden told PTI.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Democrats go after Jill Stein, Cornel West in digital ads aimed at young voters
Democrats are spending about $500,000 for a last-minute push to persuade voters in battleground states to reject third-party candidates Jill Stein and Cornel West, warning a vote for them will help Republican Donald Trump.
The Democratic National Committee said Monday that the digital ads will run on Instagram and YouTube, targeting younger voters and college campuses. They use video of Trump from a June rally in Philadelphia, when he said: “Cornel West. He’s one of my favorite candidates, Cornel West. And I like her also, Jill Stein, I like her very much. You know why? She takes 100% from them. He takes 100%.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump criticizes Taiwan for chip business theft
Former US President Trump discussed international relations, specifically accusing Taiwan of stealing US chip business and suggesting that they should pay for American protection. “You know, Taiwan, they stole our chip business,” Trump said on the Joe Rogan podcast.
“Okay. They want us to protect and they want protection. They don’t pay us money for the protection, you know? The mob makes you pay money, right?,” he said emphasizing his stance on international trade and protectionism.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris and Trump neck-and-neck as Election Day approaches
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are nearly tied in Wisconsin, with Harris at 48% and Trump at 47% among 500 likely voters.
The USA TODAY/Suffolk University poll was conducted from October 20 to 23, highlighting recent voter sentiments as Election Day approaches.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Arsonist targets early voting box, hundreds of votes lost
A ballot box in Washington State used for collecting early votes was set on fire in a suspected arson attack. The Vancouver Police Department confirmed their response to the incident early this morning.
The FBI has been brought in to investigate the arson, reflecting the seriousness of the attack and its potential implications for election integrity.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Julia Roberts in new ad tells women to keep their vote for Harris a secret from their husbands
Julia Roberts stars in a new ad urging women, especially those with conservative partners, to vote for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election—and keep it private if needed.
The ad emphasizes voting autonomy, with Roberts saying, “What happens in the booth stays in the booth.”
The ad depicts a woman secretly voting for Harris despite her husband’s curiosity. Roberts’s voiceover highlights that voting choices can be made independently and kept private.
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US Election 2024 Live Updates: Arsonist targets early voting box, hundreds of votes lost
A ballot box in Washington State used for collecting early votes was set on fire in a suspected arson attack. The Vancouver Police Department confirmed their response to the incident early this morning.
The FBI has been brought in to investigate the arson, reflecting the seriousness of the attack and its potential implications for election integrity.
Footage from local news indicates that multiple ballots were burned, with hundreds reportedly destroyed. The last collection from the box occurred on Sunday morning.
Secretary of State Steve Hobbs condemned the act, describing it as terrorism aimed at disrupting fair elections. He expressed confidence in county election officials to maintain the safety and security of elections.
This incident is part of a troubling trend, with reports of similar attacks on ballot boxes in Portland, Oregon, and Phoenix, Arizona. In Portland, three ballots were damaged in a recent fire, while in Phoenix, a man was arrested for burning a letter box containing 20 ballots.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Julia Roberts urges women, says your vote for Kamala Harris is your secret
Julia Roberts emphasizes that women have the right to vote independently without needing to disclose their choices to their partners. The ad aims to empower women to make their own decisions regarding voting.
Roberts’ voiceover highlights the importance of voting privacy, stating, “You can vote any way you want, and no one will ever know,” reinforcing the idea that voting is a personal matter.
The ad shows a woman confidently casting her ballot for Kamala Harris, suggesting a supportive and affirming choice. The interaction with her husband emphasizes the notion that her vote is her own.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden condemns Trump allies’ offensive comments
Regarding controversial comments passed by former President Donald Trump’s allies at a large rally at Madison Square Garden in New York the previous night, Joe Biden remarked, “It’s beneath any president but that’s what we’re used to. That’s why this election is so important,” emphasizing the significance of this election.
Biden highlighted character as a key issue in the election, asserting, “[Donald Trump] puts that in question every time he opens his mouth.” His comments come amid a backdrop of controversial remarks made by Trump’s allies.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden warns of “very dangerous” North Korea-Russia alliance
Addressing international concerns over North Korea’s reported troop deployment to support Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Joe Biden said it is “very dangerous.”
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden calls Musk a hypocrite over immigration claims
During a campaign on Saturday, US President Joe Biden criticized Elon Musk’s immigration stance, pointing out that Musk allegedly worked illegally in the US while on a student visa. Biden stated, “That wealthiest man in the world turned out to be an illegal worker here,” highlighting what he views as hypocrisy in Musk’s public discourse on immigration.
“That wealthiest man in the world turned out to be an illegal worker here. No, I’m serious. He was supposed to be in school when he came on a student visa. He wasn’t in school. He was violating the law. And he’s talking about all these illegals coming our way?” said Biden in Pittsburgh.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harvard Youth Poll highlights support for Harris over Trump
A recent Harvard Youth Poll conducted by the Institute of Politics (IOP) at Harvard Kennedy School reveals that young Americans are largely leaning toward Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
The survey, which sampled 2,001 individuals aged 18 to 29 from October 3 to 14, shows Harris leading former President Donald Trump by a significant margin, with 60% of likely voters under 30 supporting her compared to 32% for Trump.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris and Trump neck-and-neck as Election Day approaches
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are nearly tied in Wisconsin, with Harris at 48% and Trump at 47% among 500 likely voters.
The USA TODAY/Suffolk University poll was conducted from October 20 to 23, highlighting recent voter sentiments as Election Day approaches.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris says she will take a cognitive test, challenges Trump to do the same
Kamala Harris stated that she would take a cognitive test and challenged Donald Trump to do the same during an interview with CBS.
In a prior post on Truth Social, Trump called for Harris to “pass a test on Cognitive Stamina and Agility,” criticizing her for being “slow and lethargic” in responding to questions.
Harris responded to Trump’s comments by asserting that he is “increasingly unstable and unhinged,” suggesting that his personal attacks are indicative of his lack of a substantial policy plan for the American people. (USA Today)
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris declares Trump’s disconnect from Americans
Kamala Harris emphasized that many people should not consider themselves part of Donald Trump’s inner circle, suggesting that he does not prioritize their interests.
She urged listeners to recognize the reality of Trump’s leadership style, implying that he focuses on his own agenda rather than the needs of ordinary Americans.
By addressing the football community and fans of Shannon Sharpe, Harris aimed to connect with a demographic that may feel disenfranchised by current political rhetoric.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump set to speak with media in Florida
Donald Trump is set to speak with the media on Tuesday at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida. This event is notable as it marks a public engagement just days before the November 5 election.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Vance on why diplomacy is ‘necessary’ to end Ukraine war
In an interview with NBC News, Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance commented on US diplomacy with Russia, emphasizing that some level of negotiation may be essential to ending the war in Ukraine.
Responding to questions about Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, he highlighted the necessity of engaging in dialogue among Ukraine, Russia, and NATO allies, even if it does not imply approval of the invasion. “It doesn’t mean you have to like it,” he explained.
“It doesn’t mean you have to condone the Russian invasion of Ukraine but at some point you do have to engage in diplomacy,” Vance said.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump Campaign responds after comedian’s remarks about Puerto Rico ignite outrage
Hinchcliffe’s Puerto Rico comments ‘in poor taste’, Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt says.
In an interview with “Fox and Friends”, Leavitt dismissed comments said at the Madison Square Garden rally last night by Hinchliffe.
The comedian has encountered significant backlash after referring to Puerto Rico as a “floating pile of garbage” along with making other controversial remarks. (Sky News)
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris fires back at Trump supporter’s controversial rally remarks
Kamala Harris has responded to remarks made by comedian and Trump supporter Tony Hinchcliffe at a rally in New York last night.
VP Kamala Harris stated that Donald Trump’s Madison Square rally reinforced her campaign’s view that he’s more focused on his personal grievances and divisive rhetoric than on unifying the nation.
She emphasized that Trump’s focus is on his own agenda, which she argued does not align with strengthening American families or supporting workers.
Harris argued that Trump’s speeches lack substance that would genuinely address or uplift the aspirations and goals of Americans.
She drew a contrast between her own approach and Trump’s, suggesting that if elected, Trump would prioritize targeting opponents over pursuing policies that benefit the public. Harris suggested Trump’s presidency would focus on enmity rather than leadership, highlighting his potential “enemies list” as a core concern.
“He is focused and actually fixated on his grievances on himself and on dividing our country and it is not in any way something that will strengthen the American family, the American worker,” she said outside Air Force Two.
“It is nothing about what he is saying that is actually going to support the aspirations, the dreams and the ambitions of the American people,” the vice president added. (SKY News reports)
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden weighs on on Musk’s $1M voter giveaway, says it is ‘totally inappropriate’
US President Joe Biden cast his early ballot in Delaware.
Speaking to the press, Biden highlighted “character” as a central theme of this election, indirectly criticizing former President Donald Trump by saying, “[Trump] puts that in question every time he opens his mouth.”
When asked about Elon Musk’s $1 million sweepstakes for registered voters, Biden remarked that he finds it “totally inappropriate.”
Earlier, Philadelphia’s District Attorney Larry Krasner filed a lawsuit against Musk and his PAC, America PAC, to halt these giveaways, claiming they violate state laws and undermine electoral integrity.
US Election 2024 Live Updates: Philadelphia DA files lawsuit against Elon Musk’s $1 million voter giveaway
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has filed a civil lawsuit to shut down Elon Musk’s $1 million giveaway aimed at registered voters, claiming it may violate election laws.
Krasner, a Democrat and progressive prosecutor, is taking action against what he describes as a misuse of financial incentives in the electoral process.
Musk’s super PAC, America PAC, had previously awarded two $1 million prizes to voters in Michigan and Wisconsin, raising questions about the legality of such payments.
The Justice Department had warned America PAC that their “daily” sweepstakes could be illegal, suggesting potential violations of federal laws against incentivizing voter registrations. (CNN report)
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump criticizes Taiwan for chip business theft
Former US President Trump discussed international relations, specifically accusing Taiwan of stealing US chip business and suggesting that they should pay for American protection. “You know, Taiwan, they stole our chip business,” Trump said on the Joe Rogan podcast.
“Okay. They want us to protect and they want protection. They don’t pay us money for the protection, you know? The mob makes you pay money, right?,” he said emphasizing his stance on international trade and protectionism.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump doubles down on 2020 Election claims
Donald Trump on the Joe Rogan podcast reiterated his belief that the 2020 election was marred by fraud, stating, “The judges don’t want to touch it. They would say, you don’t have standing… The judges didn’t have what it took to turn over an election.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: ‘Only paper ballots can ensure honesty,’ says Trump
Trump criticized the voting process, suggesting that only paper ballots could ensure an honest election. “Unless you have paper ballots, it can never be an honest election,” he declared on the Joe Rogan podcast.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump vows to prosecute 2020 election cheaters
Trump wrote on Truth social:
“CEASE & DESIST: I, together with many Attorneys and Legal Scholars, am watching the Sanctity of the 2024 Presidential Election very closely because I know, better than most, the rampant Cheating and Skullduggery that has taken place by the Democrats in the 2020 Presidential Election. It was a Disgrace to our Nation! Therefore, the 2024 Election, where Votes have just started being cast, will be under the closest professional scrutiny and, WHEN I WIN, those people that CHEATED will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law, which will include long term prison sentences so that this Depravity of Justice does not happen again. We cannot let our Country further devolve into a Third World Nation, AND WE WON’T! Please beware that this legal exposure extends to Lawyers, Political Operatives, Donors, Illegal Voters, & Corrupt Election Officials. Those involved in unscrupulous behavior will be sought out, caught, and prosecuted at levels, unfortunately, never seen before in our Country.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: JD Vance’s support for Trump’s immigration strategy
Trump’s vice-presidential pick, JD Vance, during a town hall event in North Carolina suggested that Trump would close the southern US border by January 20, 2025. Vance argued that the media and Democrats portray Republicans as “bad people” for advocating border security while ignoring the crimes committed by illegal migrants.
At a rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, the next day on Saturday, Vance pointed out that “open borders” negatively impact education for children in the state. “We’ve got thousands of children in Pennsylvania schools who don’t even speak English, which of course means that a lot of Pennsylvania children are not getting the education that they need,” he said, emphasizing the need for legal immigration.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump declares Texas ‘ground zero’ for immigration crisis
Former US President Donald Trump seized the opportunity during a rally in Austin, Texas, on Friday to criticize Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden administration’s immigration policies. Addressing supporters, Trump declared Texas “ground zero for the worst border invasion in the history of the world.”
Trump accused Harris of having “deliberately dismantled our border,” stating that she “threw open the gates to an invasion of criminal migrants from prisons, jails, and insane asylums from all over the world.” He further claimed that individuals from 181 different countries are entering the US illegally, saying, “We’re a dumping ground. We’re like a garbage can for the world.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris questions Trump’s definition of ‘Black jobs’ on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast
Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump for attempting to divide people and instill fear, describing his rhetoric as a tactic of presenting a false dichotomy: “it’s either you or them.”
Harris made these remarks during an interview with former NFL player Shannon Sharpe on his podcast, “Club Shay Shay.”
She highlighted that Trump’s comments are not only divisive but also demeaning, implying a lack of respect for Black achievements.
Harris challenged Trump to clarify what he means by a “black job,” suggesting that he has yet to provide a meaningful definition.
She asserted that her role as Vice President of the United States exemplifies what she considers a “black job.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris will emphasize manufacturing during her visit to Michigan
Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning in Michigan today.
Harris will begin her day at Hemlock Semiconductor in Saginaw, touring the assembly line and interacting with workers.
Harris plans to argue that her agenda will create thousands of manufacturing jobs, contrasting it with the potential impact of a second Trump term.
Harris advocates for eliminating unnecessary degree requirements and promoting skills-based hiring practices.
After Saginaw, Harris will tour a labor union training facility in Macomb County with instructors and apprentices.
Harris will conclude her day with a rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden to cast his ballot in Delaware
President Joe Biden is voting early today in Wilmington, Delaware.
Following the vote, he will head back to Washington, D.C.
Biden has planned events in Pennsylvania and Maryland.
He’s set for several campaign calls this week, intensifying efforts as the election nears.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump rally at Madison Square Garden sparks controversy
Former US President Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday night, intended as his final campaign message ahead of Election Day, ignited controversy over offensive remarks and divisive rhetoric from his allies. Held just over a week before voters head to the polls, the event drew condemnation from critics for its inflammatory tone.
Stand-up comedian Tony Hinchcliffe sparked backlash after referring to Puerto Rico as a “floating island of garbage,” comparing the U.S. territory to the Pacific Ocean’s garbage patch.
The Trump campaign distanced itself from Hinchcliffe’s comments, with senior adviser Danielle Alvarez stating, “This joke does not reflect the views of President Trump or the campaign.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump focus on key battlegrounds
Vice President Kamala Harris will rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, her running mate, joins the event to energize Democratic supporters.
Former President Donald Trump will address supporters in Atlanta, Georgia.
His running mate, Senator JD Vance, will simultaneously meet with voters in Wausau, Wisconsin, to rally Republican support.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Vice President Kamala Harris will travel across Michigan today to highlight her support for manufacturing jobs and union workers
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Vice President Kamala Harris will travel across Michigan today to highlight her support for manufacturing jobs and union workers, according to a campaign official. She also plans a rally with her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, that will feature a performance by singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: US voters concerned about post-election violence, efforts to overturn the results, says AP-NORC poll
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: American voters are approaching the presidential election with deep unease about what could follow, including the potential for political violence, attempts to overturn the election results and its broader implications for democracy, a survey conducted by AP-NORC Centre for Public Affairs Research said.
About 4 in 10 registered voters say they are “extremely” or “very” concerned about violent attempts to overturn the results after the November election.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Key dates, events, swing states
- November 5, 2024: Approximately 244 million people are eligible to vote in the upcoming US presidential election on November 5.
- November 25, 2024: The last day for 17 states and the District of Columbia to accept postal votes postmarked by Election Day.
- December 11, 2024: Electors in each state will officially cast their votes for president and vice president.
- December 17, 2024: Deadline for the 538 electoral college votes to arrive in Washington.
- January 6, 2025: Electoral college votes will be formally counted before Congress.
- January 20, 2025: The elected president and vice president will be inaugurated and officially take office.
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US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris and Trump face off — Key issues
The 2024 US election is a crucial contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Harris, representing the Democratic Party, is positioning herself as a champion of social justice, equality, and women’s rights. She aims to engage voters through her policies on healthcare and climate change, with a focus on Gen Z voters and marginalized communities.
On the other hand, Trump, the nominee for the Republican Party, is focusing on issues like the economy, immigration, and law and order. He appeals to his dedicated base while also emphasizing on a return to the policies of his previous administration.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Beyoncé endorses Kamala Harris
In a show of support for Vice President Kamala Harris, pop icon Beyoncé made a rare political appearance at a rally in Houston, Texas, focused on abortion rights on Friday. Joined by her Destiny’s Child bandmate Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé introduced Harris to the crowd, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election.
“I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother,” Beyoncé declared. “A mother who cares deeply about the world my children and all of our children live in, a world where we have the freedom to control our bodies, a world where we’re not divided.”
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Elon Musk envisions $2 trillion cut to federal budget under Donald Trump
At a rally for Donald Trump, Elon Musk claimed he could cut $2 trillion from the federal budget. Trump said he would appoint Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest due to the billionaire’s federal contracts.
The $2 trillion target represents nearly a third of existing spending, as per the report. The US government spent $6.75 trillion in FY24, according to the Treasury Department.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris regains slight lead over Donald Trump in new poll
Kamala Harris has regained a slight lead over Donald Trump among likely voters nationally, the latest ABC News/Ipsos poll showed. It however, noted that the race is “close enough” that maybe not only voters but the Electoral College would decide the outcome. This puts pressure on winning battleground or swing states.
“Turnout is key,” it added noting that Harris and Trump are divided by only 2 percentage points among all registered voters, standing at 51-47 per cent.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris to hold closing argument where Trump gave Jan 6 ‘insurrection’ speech
Kamala Harris will be in the nation’s capital on Tuesday to deliver what her campaign calls her “closing argument” in a speech from the Ellipse, a grassy space near the White House. It’s the same place where Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, when the Republican called on his supporters to march on the Capitol.
More campaign stops are scheduled in Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Nevada and Arizona.
US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Five key moments in an extraordinary US elections campaign
Courts, bullets and verbal stumbles have made their mark on this year’s US election campaign — one of the most extraordinary in the nation’s history. The campaign features key events such as Trump’s felony conviction, Biden’s poor debate performance, an assassination attempt on Trump, Biden’s withdrawal from the race, and Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination. Read full here
