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Mayor Eric Adams launched his reelection campaign on the steps of City Hall, criticizing his opponent Zohran Mamdani and emphasizing his background and achievements, despite facing low poll numbers and limited support, as he seeks to overcome political challenges and a tough electoral landscape.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has announced his bid for a third term in 2026, amid speculation about a potential presidential run, while continuing to criticize the Trump administration and focusing on state issues.
Former President Donald Trump's improved public opinion may not be enough to secure his reelection as his legal troubles, including criminal trials in New York City and federal court, pose a significant risk. With a majority of Americans expressing the importance of reaching a verdict in these trials before the 2024 election, Trump's strategy to delay proceedings may face resistance, potentially impacting his voter base and the overall election calculus.
President Joe Biden launches a tour of battleground states and a $30 million ad buy for his reelection campaign following his State of the Union speech, with plans to rally Democrats in key states and a focus on digital platforms and key Democratic constituencies. The campaign anticipates a close race against Republican opponent Donald Trump and is emphasizing ground efforts across multiple pathways to 270 electoral votes, with cabinet officials and aides also making stops in various states to promote the Biden agenda.
President Joe Biden's reelection campaign and Democratic allies raised $42 million in January, bringing their total war chest to $130 million for the 2024 campaign, surpassing his likely Republican opponent Donald Trump. This marks the most cash on hand for a Democratic presidential candidate at this point in the election cycle. The Biden campaign's strong fundraising has allowed them to focus on the general election, while the Trump campaign has spent heavily on primary challenges and legal fees. Biden's campaign had 422,000 unique donors in January, with 97% of donations being under $200, demonstrating broad grassroots support.
President Biden's reelection campaign has joined TikTok in an effort to reach younger voters, with the account run by Team Biden-Harris and featuring memes and content aimed at connecting with young people. The move comes as more than three dozen members of Congress, mostly Democrats, also operate TikTok accounts, while the platform has become a powerful tool for campaigning and progressive activism. The Biden campaign is taking advanced safety precautions around their devices and incorporating a protocol to ensure security of the account, independent from the ongoing review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.
President Biden made his TikTok debut with a Super Bowl-themed Q&A video, playfully refusing to pick a side between the Chiefs and 49ers and jokingly endorsing himself for president. This move signals a potential effort to engage with younger voters, as TikTok is popular among this demographic. While the platform has faced criticism from Republicans over its ties to China, the White House has previously used TikTok to spread messaging on various issues.
Democratic worries are growing over concerns about President Biden's memory lapses and age impacting his reelection bid, as a special prosecutor's report described him as a "well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory." Biden's recent public appearances and mischaracterizations of the report have fueled concerns among Democratic donors and strategists, leading to discussions about potential alternatives within the party. Despite efforts to reassure donors and emphasize Biden's fitness for office, there is widespread unease about the impact of his age on his electability.
Russian President Vladimir Putin portrays the military action in Ukraine as crucial for Russia's survival, asserting that the majority of Russians support his course and justifying the intervention as necessary to protect Russian speakers and counter alleged NATO encroachment. With his reelection in next month's vote all but certain, Putin, running as an independent, maintains a firm grip on Russia's political landscape, facing minimal opposition due to prominent opponents being jailed or abroad and independent media restrictions.
President Joe Biden's campaign manager traveled to Michigan to meet with local elected officials and leaders from minority communities amid growing anger over the administration's Middle East policy, particularly its support of Israel during the conflict with Hamas. However, some Arab-American and Muslim leaders declined invitations to meet, citing the need for a ceasefire before engaging in political discussions. Concerns have been raised about the Biden campaign's handling of the situation and its impact on securing the Arab vote in Michigan, a must-win state for the president's reelection.
President Biden's top advisers, Mike Donilon and Jen O’Malley Dillon, will leave the White House to join his reelection campaign, with O’Malley Dillon as campaign chair and Donilon as chief strategist. The move comes as Biden pivots to focus on his reelection, with former president Donald Trump quickly moving toward the Republican nomination. The transition aims to bolster the campaign apparatus and empower more top-level decision-makers at Biden's campaign headquarters in Delaware.
Two top White House advisers, Jen O’Malley Dillon and Mike Donilon, are set to lead President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign, signaling a new stage in the president’s efforts with a focus on better coordination between the White House and Wilmington. Both are trusted aides who played key roles in the last campaign and will be moving to the campaign next month, with O’Malley Dillon as the functional head and Donilon focusing on messaging and paid media strategy.
President Joe Biden's reelection campaign raised a record-breaking $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, amassing a campaign war chest of $117 million, setting a new high for a Democratic presidential candidate at this stage of the election cycle. The campaign's strong grassroots support and growing enthusiasm have propelled this historic fundraising achievement, with 97% of donations being less than $200. Meanwhile, Republican rivals, including former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, have not yet disclosed their fourth-quarter fundraising figures.
Joe Biden's reelection campaign raised over $97 million in the last quarter, with a significant boost from a Los Angeles fundraising swing, bringing the total cash on hand to $117 million, the highest among Democratic candidates. Hollywood donors contributed over $15 million during the trip. Campaign co-chair Jeffrey Katzenberg expressed confidence in Biden's fundraising success, stating that the campaign is "kicking butt" and expects to surpass Republican fundraising efforts. Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley raised $24 million in the latest quarter, while other candidates' totals are yet to be announced.
The Biden-Harris reelection campaign announced it has $117 million on hand, claiming it as the largest sum for any Democratic candidate in history at this point in the race. The team raised more than $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, with 97 percent of donations being less than $200. The campaign emphasized grassroots fundraising efforts and noted that one-third of its donors are new since the 2020 campaign.