Cheryl Hines expressed her fears for her husband RFK Jr.'s safety during his 2024 campaign, highlighting concerns over lack of Secret Service protection and potential threats, given his family's history of political assassinations.
Kamala Harris discussed her brief 2024 presidential campaign, her relationship with Gavin Newsom, and political issues like California's redistricting ballot measure, emphasizing the power of public support and her cautious stance on future elections.
In her new memoir '107 Days,' Kamala Harris criticizes several Democratic leaders, including Joe Biden, Gavin Newsom, Gretchen Whitmer, JB Pritzker, Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro, and Mark Kelly, revealing internal party tensions and her perspective on the 2024 presidential campaign and party dynamics.
Kamala Harris criticizes the current political system as 'broken' and expresses her decision not to seek elected office for now, citing concerns about democratic capitulation during Trump's presidency and emphasizing the need for collective responsibility in addressing political challenges.
Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor, citing a desire to avoid the broken political system and focus on engaging with people directly. She plans to travel, listen, and share her experiences in a new memoir about her 107-day 2024 presidential campaign, while emphasizing the importance of collective effort in democracy and reflecting on her time in office and her views on current political challenges.
Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, where they had dinner and exchanged pleasantries. The meeting, initiated by Zuckerberg, comes after a previously contentious relationship between the two. A Meta representative stated that Zuckerberg was grateful for the opportunity to discuss the future of American innovation with Trump's team. This meeting follows Trump's reinstatement on Meta platforms after being banned post-January 6 Capitol riots.
Usha Vance, wife of Ohio Sen. JD Vance and daughter of Indian immigrants, joins the 2024 presidential campaign, marking the fourth person of South Asian descent in the race. This increase in representation is seen as a significant step for the South Asian community in U.S. politics. Asian American political activists emphasize the need for both parties to better engage with the growing Asian American voter base, which has been largely overlooked despite its increasing electoral power. Key issues for these voters include the economy, education, inflation, and immigration.
An ABC News/Ipsos poll reveals that 50% of Americans believe former President Donald Trump's guilty verdict on 34 counts in his hush money trial was correct, and 49% think he should end his 2024 presidential campaign. Despite the conviction, Trump's favorability remains stable at 31%. The poll also shows a partisan divide, with 83% of Democrats supporting the verdict and 79% wanting Trump to end his campaign, while only 16% of Republicans agree. Independent voters and those who dislike both Trump and Biden largely think the verdict was correct and that Trump should end his candidacy.
Donald Trump is set to attend a UFC fight in New Jersey just two days after being convicted of 34 criminal charges related to a "hush money" scheme. This will be his first public appearance since the verdict, as he shifts focus to his 2024 presidential campaign, which has seen a surge in fundraising.
Former President Donald Trump is considering potential running mates for the 2024 presidential campaign, with a focus on their ability to raise funds. While traditional factors like political positions and presidential stand-ins are considered, Trump has also inquired about the fundraising capabilities of contenders, reflecting his concern about keeping up with President Biden's fundraising. The search has pointed towards members of Congress with strong donor connections and a deep-pocketed governor, with former Gov. Nikki Haley as a long-shot possibility despite past rivalry with Trump.
Melania Trump has been largely absent from Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, with her last public appearance on Easter Sunday. Donald Trump explained that Melania is a private person who determines when and how she will appear at political events. Despite her absence, Melania is reportedly set to attend a fundraiser with her husband and appear at other political events as the election draws closer. Her absence has sparked speculation and criticism, with Trump defending her privacy and attributing her absence to personal issues, including the recent death of her mother.
Melania Trump has been largely absent from Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, with her last public appearance on Easter Sunday. Donald Trump explained that Melania is a private person who determines when and how she will appear at political events. Despite her absence, she is reportedly attending a fundraiser with her husband and is scheduled to appear at other events as the election draws closer. Melania's absence has sparked speculation and criticism, with Donald Trump defending her privacy and attributing her absence to personal issues, including the recent death of her mother.
Donald Trump is working to secure mega-donors for his 2024 presidential campaign, but some key donors are holding out due to concerns about his legal issues. One notable holdout is Miriam Adelson, who contributed $90 million to Trump's 2020 campaign. President Joe Biden's campaign has raised more money than Trump's so far, leaving Trump with a significant fundraising gap. Despite mounting legal bills, Trump's loyal donors are contributing to both his legal funds and his campaign.
Former President Donald Trump teased that he would address the abortion issue "next week" after two Florida Supreme Court rulings shook up the 2024 campaign in his home state, allowing a strict six-week abortion ban to take effect in May and a proposed constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to abortion "before viability" to be placed on the ballot. Trump, who has previously indicated support for a 15-week federal ban on abortion, avoided discussing the issue during campaign appearances in crucial swing states, but said that a statement on abortion would be made next week.
Former President Donald Trump met with key donors including hedge fund billionaire Robert Mercer and others in an effort to address a financial disadvantage compared to President Biden. The dinner marked a rekindling of relationships with donors who were instrumental in his 2016 election win, signaling renewed support for his political endeavors.