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President Trump and VP Vance launched an intensive 17-state campaign tour starting in friendly red states like Texas and Oklahoma, avoiding swing districts where their presence may hurt candidates. Trump blamed Biden for inflation, while Democrats called the effort a desperate rally against economic headwinds.
Vice President Kamala Harris is stepping up midterm involvement, visiting Nevada, backing candidates in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, and other races, and signaling she’ll campaign where she can help. Yet several Democrats in red-leaning or swing districts want her to stay away, reflecting concerns that her high-profile national brand could hurt local races even as some allies welcome the fundraising and momentum she can provide for down-ballot contests.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will embark on a four-day southern swing—visiting South Carolina, Alabama and North Carolina—to stump for Democrats, campaign in down-ballot races (including a stop at Allen University with state Rep. Jermaine Johnson), and meet voters and local leaders as part of a broader strategy to counter Trump and build influence in a key primary state.
Vice President J.D. Vance visited Compotech in Brewer, Maine, to promote Trump administration policies and campaign for Maine Republicans ahead of the November election; it was his second Maine appearance this year, following a May rally at Bangor Airport focused on Medicaid fraud.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson traveled to Vancouver, Washington to stump for Republican John Braun, the GOP nominee in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District race, signaling continued Republican support ahead of the election.
Gold Derby’s Oscar-season wrap identifies five takeaways: the Best Picture race now rewards titles with longer runway and sustained campaigning; a chunk of contenders launched early, shifting momentum away from late-year surprises; One Battle After Another and Sinners have dominated the conversation as frontrunners; campaigning strategy matters, with quiet, performer-led approaches often outperforming noisy campaigns; and while international contenders are more visible, the path to victory remains unpredictable, keeping room for surprises and new contenders.
Kamala Harris is rebooting KamalaHQ as Headquarters, an ongoing online organizing project created with People for the American Way to build a permanent progressive campaigning infrastructure across platforms like X, TikTok, Substack, and YouTube. Harris will serve as honorary chair, with advisers from her campaign and the advocacy group handling posts, while she continues her book tour and keeps the door open to another presidential run.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield resigned, criticizing Unilever for silencing the company's activism on social justice issues, which Greenfield says undermines the brand's founding values and independence.
Adele Walton's sister, Aimee, died by apparent suicide after engaging with online forums that promoted self-harm and facilitated access to lethal substances. Walton, a journalist, explores the impact of digital environments on mental health and advocates for greater regulation and awareness of online harms, emphasizing that vulnerability can affect anyone at any age. Her book, Logging Off, calls for societal and legislative action to address these issues and prevent future tragedies.
Donald Trump, on the final day of his campaign trail for his third presidential run, addressed a crowd in Raleigh, North Carolina, emphasizing his confidence with the phrase "It's ours to lose." Despite his assertive rhetoric, there remains an underlying question about his own belief in this statement as he continues to rally support.
Stuart Varney argues that Donald Trump's trial in New York City is backfiring on Democrats, as the former president's campaign stop in Harlem garnered a positive reception from a diverse crowd, showcasing a contrast to Joe Biden's restricted campaigning style. Trump's visit to a bodega, where a clerk faced an unjust murder charge, allowed him to engage with the community and expand his campaign, highlighting his ability to connect with urban voters.
Two women who faced medical peril due to abortion restrictions are now campaigning for President Joe Biden, highlighting the impact of overturning federal abortion protections. The Biden campaign sees their stories as potent firsthand accounts of the growing medical peril for many women as abortion restrictions complicate health care. Republicans, including Trump, are struggling to figure out how to talk about the issue, if at all, while support for abortion access drove women to the polls during the 2022 midterm elections, delivering Democrats unexpected success.
Two women from Texas and Louisiana, who faced medical peril due to restrictive abortion laws, are now campaigning for President Joe Biden as he highlights the impact of overturning federal abortion protections on women's health. The Biden campaign sees their stories as powerful firsthand accounts of the growing medical danger for women, and Democrats view reproductive health as a major driver for the 2024 election. The women will be traveling to North Carolina and Wisconsin to meet with doctors, local officials, and voters, emphasizing the importance of addressing abortion bans and understanding women's health.
Jessie Ross, inspired by her best friend Ruby Fuller who died of blood cancer at 18, has dedicated herself to campaigning for stem cell donations and blood cancer research. Their close friendship, marked by love and shared interests in social justice and Taylor Swift, has motivated Jessie to continue Ruby's legacy. Despite the immense loss, Jessie channels her love for Ruby into volunteering with the blood cancer charity Anthony Nolan and has been invited to Downing Street to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the organization. Ruby's family and friends are fundraising for research into blood cancer in her honor.
The GOP primary process demonstrates that all politics are now national, with Donald Trump's dominance highlighting the shift away from Tip O'Neill's belief that politics are local. This nationalization poses a challenge for Nikki Haley, as regional quirks and pet issues have been eroded by a fast-twitch news cycle and declining local news. Campaigning in specific states has lost significance, as social media and direct voter communication have transcended state and international borders, leading to a homogenization of politics. The traditional methods of campaigning, such as door-to-door outreach, have diminished, leaving voters inundated with national political narratives.