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Today's Political News Compilation - Thursday, August 22, 2024

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Harris’ big moment, Dems’ rising stars, Gaza protesters shut out: Takeaways from DNC’s last night​


By JOSH BOAK, BRIAN SLODYSKO and NICHOLAS RICCARDI
Updated 8:11 PM CDT, August 22, 2024

CHICAGO (AP) — The Democratic National Convention wraps up Thursday with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party’s presidential nomination. She is the first Black woman and first person of South Asian descent to be nominated, and supporters turned out in white to mark the moment.

Ahead of Harris’ appearance in the convention hall, rising Democratic stars were to address the crowd, along with survivors of mass shootings and others who were showcasing different issues. Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who voted to impeach Donald Trump and sat on the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attacks, also was scheduled to speak.

The crowded lineup reflects the immense work Democrats have before them as they’ve stood up a fresh presidential campaign in just under a month since President Joe Biden bowed out of the race.

Here are some takeaways from the Democrats’ final night. ...

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Trump uses a stretch of border wall and a pile of steel beams in Arizona to contrast with Democrats

Donald Trump used a stretch of wall and a pile of steel beams to draw a visual contrast between his approach to securing the border and that of his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris.
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These Republicans denounced Trump and endorsed Harris at the DNC. Here's what they said.

Several Republicans took to the stage at the DNC and urged their fellow Republicans and independents to back Vice President Kamala Harris in November.
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'That’s my dad!': Gus Walz tearfully cheers on his father as he accepts Democratic VP nomination

Gus Walz sat in the front row for the biggest moment of his father’s life, and his pride exploded out of him. “That’s my dad!” the 17-year-old yelled.
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Central Park Five members condemn Trump at DNC for calling for their execution

Members of the Central Park Five said at the Democratic convention Thursday of Trump that "45 wanted us un-alive."
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Former Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger set to round out slate of GOP speakers at DNC supporting Harris

Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger is in a unique position as a Republican: on Thursday, he is set to deliver a prime-time speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Kamala Harris DNC speech: Read in full - Washington Examiner

Read Vice President Kamala Harris's speech from the Democratic National Convention
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Here's the schedule for the DNC's third night in Chicago featuring Walz, Clinton and Amanda Gorman

Democratic National Convention organizers have released the schedule for the event’s third day. Headliners include Minnesota Gov.
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Roster of Republicans slam Trump at the DNC

A roster of Republican speakers has been getting standing ovations at the Democratic National Convention.
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Harris weaves her life story into a vision for America as she accepts Democratic nomination

Kamala Harris laid out her biography and broad goals for the nation while slamming Donald Trump on abortion and other issues before a raucous crowd in Chicago.
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Harris accepts historic presidential nomination, says election offers "fleeting opportunity" to move past "bitterness, cynicism"

"The path that led me here in recent weeks was no doubt unexpected," Harris said of her nomination. "But I'm no stranger to unlikely journeys."
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Flashback: Oprah Winfrey once called Trump a ‘folk hero,' a contrast to comments made during the DNC

A newly unearthed interview between Oprah Winfrey and Donald Trump shows the celebrity talk show host astonished by Trump's popularity and compares him to A-list celebrities.
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Harris summons Americans to reject political divisions and warns of consequences posed by a Trump win

Harris walked onstage to thunderous applause and a long standing ovation as convention-goers chanted her name, before beginning her remarks.
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Republican Adam Kinzinger Addresses DNC: 'I'm Putting Our Country First'

Kinzinger was ostracized by his party after voting to impeach Donald Trump for inciting the insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Donald Trump lashes out as DNC attacks throw him off message

The biggest concern for aides is keeping him focused on the issues and off controversial personal attacks.
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Kamala Harris delivers forceful speech to close out DNC and accept 2024 nomination

Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic presidential nomination to close out the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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www.washingtonexaminer.com

2024 elections live updates: Latest news from presidential and congressional contests - Washington Examiner

The latest news on the 2024 elections, including the presidential, House, and Senate races. Follow for live coverage of President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and more.
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Trump says he will make 'provisions' for mixed-status families but doesn't rule out separations with mass deportations

The former president also told NBC News that spending billions to execute mass deportations of undocumented immigrants is justified because allowing them to remain would cost more.
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Walz's night, Bill Clinton's dig at Trump, influencers flexing clout. DNC Day 3 takeaways

The Democratic National Convention’s third night showcased a familiar former president in Bill Clinton and introduced more Americans to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
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DNC live updates: Kamala Harris accepts her party’s historic nomination | CNN Politics

Vice President Kamala Harris accepted her party’s presidential nomination on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Follow here for the latest news updates, speeches, analysis and more.
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Van Jones: Walz needs to admit he exaggerated military record so Dems can 'move on'

CNN commentator Van Jones suggested Democratic vice-presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz admit he exaggerated his military record so Democrats can "move on."
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