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Today's Political News Compilation - Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Trump revels in Democratic turmoil as he returns to campaign trail and teases VP pick
MIAMI (AP) — Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday reveled in the mounting turmoil surrounding President Joe Biden ’s campaign in the wake of their debate and teased the expected announcement of his Republican running mate with one of the top contenders, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, in attendance.After days spent lying low, golfing and letting Democratic infighting play out in public, Trump used his return to the campaign trail in Florida to ratchet up his attacks on both Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, indulging speculation that she could replace the president as the Democratic nominee this year and alleging, without evidence, that his son Hunter Biden is “running our government” and first lady Jill Biden “is helping.” Biden has repeatedly insisted he won’t withdraw from the race. ...
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Russia aims to undermine Biden in November election, intel officials say
Previous U.S. intelligence assessments dating to 2016 concluded that Russia sought to weaken support for the Democratic Party and boost Donald Trump’s candidacy.
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Zelensky says Putin ‘awaits November’ and calls for immediate aid while in Washington for NATO Summit | CNN Politics
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday urged international leaders to promptly aid his war-torn country and “not to wait for November, or any other month.”
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Senate Democrats ask Garland to name special counsel to investigate Clarence Thomas
Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse and Ron Wyden, both Democrats, asked Attorney General Merrick Garland to name a special counsel to investigate Justice Clarence Thomas.
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Biden seeks to undermine a Trump talking point in NATO summit address
Trump says NATO allies weren't paying enough, but Biden pointed out that under his presidency more of them are meeting their obligations.
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Biden launches NATO summit by pledging new air defense support for Ukraine
The high-profile meeting may also has implications for Biden's campaign.
Biden points finger at Texas state leaders for delay in federal Beryl aid as they accuse him of politicizing storm | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden told The Houston Chronicle on Tuesday that federal officials had not been able to get in touch with Texas state leaders for days – leading to a delayed distribution of emergency-relief supplies in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.
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Six states shift toward GOP in wake of Biden nominee angst - Washington Examiner
Six states' Electoral Collage ratings have shifted in favor of Republicans due to Joe Biden's lackluster debate performance.
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'There's no way out': Democrats feel powerless as 'elites' fall in line behind Biden
But by some accounts from Democrats at all levels, backing Biden felt more akin to a death march to November than a rousing backing for a party nominee.
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Russia operated nearly 1,000 sock puppet accounts on X, Justice Department says
Russian operatives made the fictitious accounts with the help of artificial intelligence, which made it easier to produce images and generate text, the department said.
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Russia will try to influence 2024 election to boost a past preferred candidate, US officials say
Russia will attempt to influence the election in favor of a past preferred candidate, officials say
US officials uncover alleged Russian ‘bot farm’
The justice department says nearly 1,000 social media accounts distributed pro-Russia stories.
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Biden tunes out critics with jam-packed schedule keeping him on the move
House and Senate Democrats held caucus meetings on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, where they continued to discuss President Biden's candidacy and his fitness for office. Biden aggressively reaffirmed his commitment to the campaign with a letter to House Democrats yesterday.
www.foxnews.comBiden's support on Capitol Hill grimly uncertain. A seventh Democrat says he should drop out
Tensions are running high over whether Biden should remain as the party’s nominee amid mounting concerns over his ability to lead the part to election victory.
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What are cognitive tests and how easy are they?
The age issue that has plagued the US presidential race reached a tipping point after Biden's weak debate performance late last month.
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Trump drops major hint on his running mate, and timing of announcement
With the Republican National Convention set to kick off in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in less than one week, former President Trump is dropping hints about his running mate and timing of the announcement
Trump revels in Democratic turmoil as he returns to campaign trail and teases VP pick
Trump is rallying voters Tuesday at his flagship golf resort in Doral in a celebratory mood as Democrats face tough calls over President Joe Biden’s reelection chances.
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Trump punts on VP pick but challenges Biden to golf match - Washington Examiner
Speaking at a rally at his Doral golf resort, Trump took a victory lap in the wake of last month’s debate that left many Democrats questioning Biden’s future.
www.washingtonexaminer.comFrustrations mount in the Houston heat after Beryl moves on and leaves millions without power
Frustration is mounting that Houston appeared to buckle under a storm not as powerful as previous ones.
apnews.comJustice Sonia Sotomayor's security detail shoots man during attempted carjacking, authorities say
A member of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s security detail shot an armed man during an attempted carjacking in the early morning hours.
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Rep. Ted Lieu redirects attention to Trump-Epstein connection after Democrats’ chaotic media cycle - Washington Examiner
Ted Lieu tried to shift focus away from Biden and the Democratic Party's troubles to new filings pointing to Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
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He has since endorsed former President...
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He has since endorsed former President...
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