Harris seeks to secure the Democratic nomination following Biden’s withdrawal, reshaping the 2024 race
WASHINGTON (AP) — With additional endorsements, Kamala Harris now faces limited potential Democratic challengers as the sole candidate for the party’s presidential nomination. Sen. Joe Manchin has announced that he will not run against Vice President Harris for the nomination after President Joe Biden exited the race. Despite considering re-registering with the Democratic Party earlier this year, the West Virginia senator has decided against competing with Harris. Following Biden’s decision to step aside on Sunday, concerns within the party about his ability to defeat Republican Donald Trump have prompted Harris to quickly gather Democratic delegates for her White House campaign.
Biden’s departure was finalized on Sunday, with his staff being informed just a minute before the public announcement
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden had no intention of dropping out of the race until his quiet decision on Sunday. Despite public affirmations of his commitment, Biden was privately reflecting on recent setbacks, his presidency over the past three years, and his long political career. Ultimately, the president made the decision alone from his home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Secret Service director admits failure in protecting Trump from assassination attempt
WASHINGTON (AP) — Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle has acknowledged the agency’s significant operational failure during the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Speaking at a congressional hearing on Monday, Cheatle took responsibility for the missteps that led to the attack at Trump’s Pennsylvania rally. Lawmakers have called for her resignation over the security failures, questioning why Trump was allowed on stage after law enforcement had identified a suspicious gunman.
Harris now has the opportunity to reset the 2024 race against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — The 2024 presidential race was initially expected to be a rematch between two older white men, Joe Biden and Donald Trump. However, Biden’s withdrawal and endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris have altered the dynamics of the campaign, particularly in relation to race, age, and gender. Trump, now the oldest candidate in the race, is likely to face off against Harris, a woman of color who is the daughter of immigrants.
Trump’s campaign shifts focus to Harris following Biden’s exit from the race
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s campaign had been targeting Joe Biden for months, but with Biden’s unexpected departure and endorsement of Harris, Trump’s team quickly transitioned to attacking Harris. The shakeup just months before Election Day presents new challenges for Trump’s campaign, who had previously been focused on contrasting his strength and mental acuity with Biden’s.
Biden’s withdrawal introduces uncertainty to foreign policy challenges
Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race has introduced greater uncertainty to global affairs, particularly as Western leaders navigate conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and a more assertive China. Biden’s decades-long experience in politics and personal relationships with foreign leaders set him apart from the potential replacements on the Democratic ticket, highlighting the crucial role the next U.S. president will play in international affairs.
Israel’s Netanyahu faces challenges in Washington following Biden’s exit from the race
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling to Washington amid a tense political climate, compounded by President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race. With ongoing efforts to negotiate a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, Netanyahu’s speech before Congress has the potential to create further disarray in both countries, especially given the escalation of conflict in the region.
Israel orders evacuation in Gaza as war casualties exceed 39,000 Palestinians
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of a designated humanitarian zone in Gaza due to Hamas presence, while airstrikes continue to escalate the death toll in the region. As Prime Minister Netanyahu heads to the U.S. for discussions with Biden, tensions in the area remain high.
Discussing medication overload with your doctor
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Music festival in Kyiv brings together diverse groups amid ongoing war
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s largest music festival took on new significance this year, as local artists performed in a makeshift venue to accommodate the threat of air raids. The event served as a reminder of the ongoing conflict and the unity shared among attendees, including soldiers and civilians.
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