Melinda French Gates, philanthropist and former wife of Bill Gates, has endorsed President Joe Biden for the upcoming election. In her first-ever presidential endorsement, she cited Biden as the best candidate for women’s issues, highlighting the contrast between him and his Republican opponent, Donald Trump.
The first presidential debate of the 2024 election season is set for Thursday, June 27th, with Joe Biden and Donald Trump facing off in Atlanta, Georgia. CNN anchors Dana Bash and Jake Tapper will moderate the 90-minute debate, which is expected to cover key issues like the economy, immigration, and the candidates’ fitness for office. The debate will be held without a studio audience and features a rule against props or pre-written remarks, marking a shift from past years.
Videos of President Biden, manipulated to portray him as mentally and physically unfit for office, have sparked debate over media ethics and political manipulation. The White House calls these videos ‘cheap fakes,’ highlighting their deceptive nature and the potential impact on public perception. The ongoing debate underscores the challenge for Democrats in countering misinformation as the US presidential election approaches.
Fox News host Jesse Watters criticizes the media’s portrayal of President Biden’s mental state, while Wayne Johnson secures victory in the Republican primary runoff for Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District. Johnson, who served in the Trump administration, will now face incumbent Democrat Sanford Bishop in November.
US President Joe Biden’s recent on-stage freeze at a fundraising event has reignited concerns about his mental and physical health. The incident, which saw former President Barack Obama escorting Biden off the stage, has been widely circulated online, sparking debate about the President’s fitness for office. While the White House has dismissed the video as edited, critics have seized upon it as evidence of Biden’s declining health.
US President Joe Biden’s recent on-stage behavior at a Los Angeles fundraiser, where he appeared to need assistance leaving the stage, has sparked online discussions about his fitness for office. The incident has drawn criticism from some, while others defended the president, attributing it to fatigue.
First Lady Jill Biden acknowledged the difficult week her family faced following Hunter Biden’s conviction on gun charges. She expressed admiration for her step-son’s strength and drew inspiration from his conduct. President Biden has affirmed his commitment to upholding the judicial system and will not interfere with his son’s sentence.
Former President Donald Trump has suggested that President Joe Biden undergo a cognitive test, while mistakenly referring to the doctor who administered his own test. Jackson, who was the White House physician during Trump’s presidency, was misidentified as “Ronny Johnson” by Trump. The comments come amid Trump’s repeated questioning of Biden’s mental sharpness. Critics seized on the gaffe, while the Biden campaign dismissed it as a misleading video. Trump also falsely claimed Biden turned away from skydivers landing at the G7 summit.
During a visit to Detroit’s 180 Church, Pastor Lorenzo Sewell expressed gratitude to former President Donald Trump for visiting the community, while criticizing Presidents Obama and Biden for not doing so. Trump highlighted the Platinum Plan, a $500 billion investment in Black businesses and churches, which Sewell praised as a tangible plan addressing the needs of the Black community. While Biden spoke at an NAACP dinner in Detroit last month, he is now attending a fundraiser in Los Angeles with former President Obama. The Biden campaign estimates Saturday’s event will raise at least $28 million.
Former President Donald Trump shared his understanding of the devastating effects of addiction on families, citing personal experiences with family members who struggled with substance abuse. He acknowledged the challenges faced by loved ones of those battling addiction, emphasizing the strain it puts on relationships and the need for support.
