Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has alleged Iranian hacking attempts targeting their campaign, citing a Microsoft report that revealed foreign interference efforts in the 2024 election. While the campaign offered an example of Iranian military intelligence targeting a high-ranking official through a hacked account, they haven’t provided concrete evidence of Iran’s involvement. Iran has denied any involvement in the hacking allegations and dismissed the claims as lacking credibility.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has revealed that she believes President Biden’s campaign was not on a path to victory, adding that she was not impressed with its chances against former President Trump. Pelosi’s comments come after Biden dropped out of the presidential race last month following pressure from Democratic colleagues, including Pelosi herself. While Biden has since endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to run in his place, Pelosi emphasizes the need for a strong campaign to secure victory.
President Joe Biden has announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, citing concerns about the potential negative impact on Democratic candidates in November’s elections. The decision came after pressure from members of Congress worried about his age and mental sharpness, which were highlighted in a recent debate with Republican nominee Donald Trump. Biden’s exit marks the first time a sitting president has not sought a second term since 1968.
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance appeared on major news networks Sunday, defending his support for family voting and outlining plans for deportations, while his Democratic counterpart, Tim Walz, remained absent from the media spotlight. Vance’s appearances come as the Harris campaign continues to avoid engaging with the press.
In his first television interview since withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, former President Joe Biden expressed concern over Republican candidate Donald Trump, labeling him a ‘genuine danger to American security.’ Biden’s comments come amid a surge in support for Vice President Kamala Harris, who has replaced him on the Democratic ticket. Meanwhile, Trump’s running mate, J.D. Vance, faced scrutiny on Sunday morning political talk shows regarding his stance on various issues, including white supremacist attacks, childcare, asylum seekers, and abortion.
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims to have secured enough signatures to be on the ballot in all 50 states, potentially impacting the tight 2024 race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. While polling at around 5% in key swing states, Kennedy’s small base of support could prove crucial in a race where the two main party candidates are neck and neck.
As Kamala Harris embarks on her first campaign tour with running mate Tim Walz, she faces the challenge of energizing the Democratic base while also attracting moderate voters who may be skeptical of the Democratic Party’s progressive agenda. Despite Donald Trump’s strong base support, the race remains tight, suggesting that the Democrats need to find a way to appeal to a broader range of voters if they want to win in November.
Republican Senator John Thune, the Senate minority whip, says this year’s election is a crucial opportunity for the GOP to win back the Senate majority. He highlights the importance of targeting voters, turning out the vote, and capitalizing on the differences between the two parties. Thune also emphasizes the importance of focusing on key issues like the border and inflation, while avoiding distractions from the presidential race.
Tim Walz, Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, has a history of advocating for broad amnesty for undocumented immigrants, aligning with Harris’ past policy positions and potentially signaling a similar agenda for a future Harris administration.
A recent Ipsos poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump by 5 points in the 2024 US presidential race. Harris has also outperformed Biden in recent polls, indicating a potential shift in voter sentiment. The poll also reveals voter perceptions of both candidates, with Trump being associated with ‘patriot’ and ‘weird’, while Harris is seen as a ‘strong leader’ by some.
