US Votes 2024
Donald Trump, rattled by Kamala Harris’ poll rise, commits to September debate
When asked what assets Harris possessed, Trump said: “She’s a woman. She represents certain groups of people.”
- by Jill Colvin
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Joe Biden
This former Pentagon official could serve in a Trump administration. He has thoughts on Australia
Elbridge Colby is a self-proclaimed “big fan” of Australia. When it comes to nuclear-powered submarines, he has changed his mind.
- by Peter Hartcher
What Veep’s creators think about the US election imitating their sitcom
Veep star Julia Louis-Dreyfus says she will be “extra involved” in Kamala Harris’ campaign as interest in the HBO show soars.
- by Meg Watson
Opinion
US politics
US vice presidential pick Tim Walz was once my high school teacher
When I was 15 years old, Mr Walz was my favourite teacher. Watching him speak before an audience of millions this week, I can see he has not changed one bit.
- by Kayley Lyons
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Kamala Harris
Tim Walz, the Midwest nice guy primed to help Harris go after ‘weird’ Trump and Vance
Kamala Harris has made a direct play to the Democratic base in betting that Walz’s small-town grit and straight-shooting style will appeal to working-class voters.
- by Farrah Tomazin
Kamala Harris introduces running mate Tim Walz at raucous rally
Harris introduced the 60-year-old former teacher and football coach as a “fighter for the middle class” and a “leader who will help unite our nation”.
- by Farrah Tomazin
Opinion
US politics
Why Kamala Harris chose Tim Walz over Josh Shapiro
Choosing Tim Walz as a running mate is a safe but smart move for the Democrats. The challenge now for the Harris campaign is to maintain momentum.
- by Bruce Wolpe
Donald Trump’s wrecking ball agenda is very much on point
Trump’s declared plan to “fix” the system to secure his dictatorship should be heeded by our policymakers.
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Analysis
‘The mistake becomes magnified’: How it could quickly go wrong for Kamala Harris
This presidential campaign is playing out in fast-forward. Strategists in both parties say speed is likely to benefit Vice President Kamala Harris.
- by Adam Nagourney
Opinion
Opinion
Kamala Harris has just one route to power. Donald Trump has two
Yes, Kamala-phoria has entranced the Democrats and re-energised the base. But Donald Trump is far from beaten, and the election itself is only part of the story.
- by Peter Hartcher
RFK Jr explains mystery of how he dumped a dead bear in NYC’s Central Park
The US presidential candidate describes the incident in a video that was posted to social media, possibly solving a mystery that consumed New York a decade ago.
- by Stephanie Kelly