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US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: As the US presidential election campaign heats up with less than two weeks until polling day, both candidates, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, exchanged sharp criticisms of one another.

Former President and Republican party nominee Trump, during his campaign in Pennsylvania, lashed out at opponent Harris, claiming that if elected she would “guarantee" the US' entry into World War III and would be ineffective in dealing with global leaders such as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, as per a report by The Hill.

“To make her president would be to gamble with the lives of millions of people. She would get us into a World War III guaranteed because she is too grossly incompetent to do the job," Trump stated.

Meanwhile, campaigning in Philadelphia, the largest city in battleground state of Pennsylvania, Democratic party nominee and US Vice President Harris praised young voters for being “rightly impatient for change", and told the audience that “there is too much at stake" in the campaign. 

She also criticized Trump for belittling the country. “It’s just another example of how he really belittles our country," Harris remarked, condemning Trump’s remarks as not only disrespectful but also damaging to America’s image globally. “This is someone who is a former president of the United States, who has a bully pulpit. And this is how he uses it? To tell the rest of the world that somehow the United States of America is trash? America deserves better," she said.

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28 Oct 2024, 10:55:34 PM IST

US Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump Campaign responds after comedian’s remarks about Puerto Rico ignite outrage

Hinchcliffe's Puerto Rico comments 'in poor taste', Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt says.

In an interview with "Fox and Friends", Leavitt dismissed comments said at the Madison Square Garden rally last night by Hinchliffe.

The comedian has encountered significant backlash after referring to Puerto Rico as a "floating pile of garbage" along with making other controversial remarks. (Sky News)

28 Oct 2024, 10:51:34 PM IST

US Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris fires back at Trump supporter’s controversial rally remarks

Kamala Harris has responded to remarks made by comedian and Trump supporter Tony Hinchcliffe at a rally in New York last night.

VP Kamala Harris stated that Donald Trump’s Madison Square rally reinforced her campaign's view that he’s more focused on his personal grievances and divisive rhetoric than on unifying the nation.

She emphasized that Trump’s focus is on his own agenda, which she argued does not align with strengthening American families or supporting workers.

Harris argued that Trump’s speeches lack substance that would genuinely address or uplift the aspirations and goals of Americans.

She drew a contrast between her own approach and Trump’s, suggesting that if elected, Trump would prioritize targeting opponents over pursuing policies that benefit the public. Harris suggested Trump’s presidency would focus on enmity rather than leadership, highlighting his potential “enemies list" as a core concern.

"He is focused and actually fixated on his grievances on himself and on dividing our country and it is not in any way something that will strengthen the American family, the American worker," she said outside Air Force Two.

"It is nothing about what he is saying that is actually going to support the aspirations, the dreams and the ambitions of the American people," the vice president added. (SKY News reports)

28 Oct 2024, 10:39:26 PM IST

US Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden weighs on on Musk’s $1M voter giveaway, says it is 'totally inappropriate'

US President Joe Biden cast his early ballot in Delaware.

Speaking to the press, Biden highlighted "character" as a central theme of this election, indirectly criticizing former President Donald Trump by saying, "[Trump] puts that in question every time he opens his mouth."

When asked about Elon Musk's $1 million sweepstakes for registered voters, Biden remarked that he finds it "totally inappropriate."

Earlier, Philadelphia’s District Attorney Larry Krasner filed a lawsuit against Musk and his PAC, America PAC, to halt these giveaways, claiming they violate state laws and undermine electoral integrity.

28 Oct 2024, 09:42:54 PM IST

US Election 2024 Live Updates: Philadelphia DA files lawsuit against Elon Musk's $1 million voter giveaway

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner has filed a civil lawsuit to shut down Elon Musk's $1 million giveaway aimed at registered voters, claiming it may violate election laws.

Krasner, a Democrat and progressive prosecutor, is taking action against what he describes as a misuse of financial incentives in the electoral process.

Musk’s super PAC, America PAC, had previously awarded two $1 million prizes to voters in Michigan and Wisconsin, raising questions about the legality of such payments.

The Justice Department had warned America PAC that their “daily" sweepstakes could be illegal, suggesting potential violations of federal laws against incentivizing voter registrations. (CNN report)

28 Oct 2024, 09:09:38 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump criticizes Taiwan for chip business theft

Former US President Trump discussed international relations, specifically accusing Taiwan of stealing US chip business and suggesting that they should pay for American protection. “You know, Taiwan, they stole our chip business," Trump said on the Joe Rogan podcast.

“Okay. They want us to protect and they want protection. They don’t pay us money for the protection, you know? The mob makes you pay money, right?," he said emphasizing his stance on international trade and protectionism.

28 Oct 2024, 09:08:28 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump doubles down on 2020 Election claims

Donald Trump on the Joe Rogan podcast reiterated his belief that the 2020 election was marred by fraud, stating, “The judges don't want to touch it. They would say, you don't have standing... The judges didn't have what it took to turn over an election."

28 Oct 2024, 09:07:31 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: 'Only paper ballots can ensure honesty,' says Trump

Trump criticized the voting process, suggesting that only paper ballots could ensure an honest election. “Unless you have paper ballots, it can never be an honest election," he declared on the Joe Rogan podcast.

28 Oct 2024, 08:12:15 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump vows to prosecute 2020 election cheaters

Trump wrote on Truth social:

"CEASE & DESIST: I, together with many Attorneys and Legal Scholars, am watching the Sanctity of the 2024 Presidential Election very closely because I know, better than most, the rampant Cheating and Skullduggery that has taken place by the Democrats in the 2020 Presidential Election. It was a Disgrace to our Nation! Therefore, the 2024 Election, where Votes have just started being cast, will be under the closest professional scrutiny and, WHEN I WIN, those people that CHEATED will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the Law, which will include long term prison sentences so that this Depravity of Justice does not happen again. We cannot let our Country further devolve into a Third World Nation, AND WE WON’T! Please beware that this legal exposure extends to Lawyers, Political Operatives, Donors, Illegal Voters, & Corrupt Election Officials. Those involved in unscrupulous behavior will be sought out, caught, and prosecuted at levels, unfortunately, never seen before in our Country."

28 Oct 2024, 07:33:11 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: JD Vance's support for Trump’s immigration strategy

Trump’s vice-presidential pick, JD Vance, during a town hall event in North Carolina suggested that Trump would close the southern US border by January 20, 2025. Vance argued that the media and Democrats portray Republicans as "bad people" for advocating border security while ignoring the crimes committed by illegal migrants.

At a rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, the next day on Saturday, Vance pointed out that "open borders" negatively impact education for children in the state. “We’ve got thousands of children in Pennsylvania schools who don’t even speak English, which of course means that a lot of Pennsylvania children are not getting the education that they need," he said, emphasizing the need for legal immigration.

28 Oct 2024, 07:30:22 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump declares Texas 'ground zero' for immigration crisis

Former US President Donald Trump seized the opportunity during a rally in Austin, Texas, on Friday to criticize Vice President Kamala Harris and the Biden administration's immigration policies. Addressing supporters, Trump declared Texas "ground zero for the worst border invasion in the history of the world."

Trump accused Harris of having "deliberately dismantled our border," stating that she "threw open the gates to an invasion of criminal migrants from prisons, jails, and insane asylums from all over the world." He further claimed that individuals from 181 different countries are entering the US illegally, saying, "We're a dumping ground. We're like a garbage can for the world."

28 Oct 2024, 06:38:55 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris questions Trump’s definition of ‘Black jobs’ on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast

Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump for attempting to divide people and instill fear, describing his rhetoric as a tactic of presenting a false dichotomy: "it's either you or them."

Harris made these remarks during an interview with former NFL player Shannon Sharpe on his podcast, "Club Shay Shay."

She highlighted that Trump’s comments are not only divisive but also demeaning, implying a lack of respect for Black achievements.

Harris challenged Trump to clarify what he means by a "black job," suggesting that he has yet to provide a meaningful definition.

She asserted that her role as Vice President of the United States exemplifies what she considers a "black job."

28 Oct 2024, 06:35:37 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris will emphasize manufacturing during her visit to Michigan

Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning in Michigan today.

Harris will begin her day at Hemlock Semiconductor in Saginaw, touring the assembly line and interacting with workers.

Harris plans to argue that her agenda will create thousands of manufacturing jobs, contrasting it with the potential impact of a second Trump term.

Harris advocates for eliminating unnecessary degree requirements and promoting skills-based hiring practices.

After Saginaw, Harris will tour a labor union training facility in Macomb County with instructors and apprentices.

Harris will conclude her day with a rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

28 Oct 2024, 06:31:18 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Biden to cast his ballot in Delaware

President Joe Biden is voting early today in Wilmington, Delaware.

Following the vote, he will head back to Washington, D.C.

Biden has planned events in Pennsylvania and Maryland.

He’s set for several campaign calls this week, intensifying efforts as the election nears.

28 Oct 2024, 06:25:17 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Trump rally at Madison Square Garden sparks controversy

Former US President Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday night, intended as his final campaign message ahead of Election Day, ignited controversy over offensive remarks and divisive rhetoric from his allies. Held just over a week before voters head to the polls, the event drew condemnation from critics for its inflammatory tone.

Stand-up comedian Tony Hinchcliffe sparked backlash after referring to Puerto Rico as a “floating island of garbage," comparing the U.S. territory to the Pacific Ocean’s garbage patch.

The Trump campaign distanced itself from Hinchcliffe’s comments, with senior adviser Danielle Alvarez stating, “This joke does not reflect the views of President Trump or the campaign."

28 Oct 2024, 05:23:19 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump focus on key battlegrounds

Vice President Kamala Harris will rally in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, her running mate, joins the event to energize Democratic supporters.

Former President Donald Trump will address supporters in Atlanta, Georgia.

His running mate, Senator JD Vance, will simultaneously meet with voters in Wausau, Wisconsin, to rally Republican support.

28 Oct 2024, 04:15:59 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Vice President Kamala Harris will travel across Michigan today to highlight her support for manufacturing jobs and union workers

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Vice President Kamala Harris will travel across Michigan today to highlight her support for manufacturing jobs and union workers, according to a campaign official. She also plans a rally with her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, that will feature a performance by singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers.

28 Oct 2024, 03:15:02 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: US voters concerned about post-election violence, efforts to overturn the results, says AP-NORC poll 

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: American voters are approaching the presidential election with deep unease about what could follow, including the potential for political violence, attempts to overturn the election results and its broader implications for democracy, a survey conducted by AP-NORC Centre for Public Affairs Research said. 

About 4 in 10 registered voters say they are “extremely" or “very" concerned about violent attempts to overturn the results after the November election.

28 Oct 2024, 02:19:07 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Key dates, events, swing states November 5, 2024: Approximately 244 million people are eligible to vote in the upcoming US presidential election on November 5. November 25, 2024: The last day for 17 states and the District of Columbia to accept postal votes postmarked by Election Day. December 11, 2024: Electors in each state will officially cast their votes for president and vice president. December 17, 2024: Deadline for the 538 electoral college votes to arrive in Washington. January 6, 2025: Electoral college votes will be formally counted before Congress. January 20, 2025: The elected president and vice president will be inaugurated and officially take office.

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28 Oct 2024, 02:05:15 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris and Trump face off — Key issues

The 2024 US election is a crucial contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Harris, representing the Democratic Party, is positioning herself as a champion of social justice, equality, and women's rights. She aims to engage voters through her policies on healthcare and climate change, with a focus on Gen Z voters and marginalized communities.

On the other hand, Trump, the nominee for the Republican Party, is focusing on issues like the economy, immigration, and law and order. He appeals to his dedicated base while also emphasizing on a return to the policies of his previous administration.

28 Oct 2024, 01:54:57 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Beyoncé endorses Kamala Harris

In a show of support for Vice President Kamala Harris, pop icon Beyoncé made a rare political appearance at a rally in Houston, Texas, focused on abortion rights on Friday. Joined by her Destiny's Child bandmate Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé introduced Harris to the crowd, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election.

"I'm not here as a celebrity. I'm not here as a politician. I'm here as a mother," Beyoncé declared. "A mother who cares deeply about the world my children and all of our children live in, a world where we have the freedom to control our bodies, a world where we're not divided."

28 Oct 2024, 01:27:53 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Elon Musk envisions $2 trillion cut to federal budget under Donald Trump

At a rally for Donald Trump, Elon Musk claimed he could cut $2 trillion from the federal budget. Trump said he would appoint Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest due to the billionaire's federal contracts.

The $2 trillion target represents nearly a third of existing spending, as per the report. The US government spent $6.75 trillion in FY24, according to the Treasury Department.

28 Oct 2024, 12:04:37 PM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris regains slight lead over Donald Trump in new poll

Kamala Harris has regained a slight lead over Donald Trump among likely voters nationally, the latest ABC News/Ipsos poll showed. It however, noted that the race is “close enough" that maybe not only voters but the Electoral College would decide the outcome. This puts pressure on winning battleground or swing states.

"Turnout is key," it added noting that Harris and Trump are divided by only 2 percentage points among all registered voters, standing at 51-47 per cent.

28 Oct 2024, 09:41:57 AM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Harris to hold closing argument where Trump gave Jan 6 'insurrection' speech

Kamala Harris will be in the nation's capital on Tuesday to deliver what her campaign calls her “closing argument" in a speech from the Ellipse, a grassy space near the White House. It's the same place where Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, when the Republican called on his supporters to march on the Capitol.

More campaign stops are scheduled in Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Nevada and Arizona.

28 Oct 2024, 08:42:47 AM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Five key moments in an extraordinary US elections campaign

Courts, bullets and verbal stumbles have made their mark on this year's US election campaign -- one of the most extraordinary in the nation's history. The campaign features key events such as Trump's felony conviction, Biden's poor debate performance, an assassination attempt on Trump, Biden's withdrawal from the race, and Kamala Harris securing the Democratic nomination. Read full here

28 Oct 2024, 07:59:05 AM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris blasts Donald Trump, says ‘America deserves better’

Addressing reporters in Texas, Democratic party nominee and US VP Kamala Harris criticised opponent and former President Donald Trump’s recent comments describing the United States as “a garbage can for the world" due to immigration policies. 

“It’s just another example of how he really belittles our country," Harris remarked, condemning Trump’s remarks as not only disrespectful but also damaging to America’s image globally. “This is someone who is a former president of the United States, who has a bully pulpit. And this is how he uses it? To tell the rest of the world that somehow the United States of America is trash? America deserves better."

28 Oct 2024, 06:56:23 AM IST

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris praises young voters for ‘rightly being impatient for change’

US Presidential Election 2024 Live Updates: During a rally in Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), Kamala Harris praised young voters for being “rightly impatient for change", and told the audience that “there is too much at stake" in the campaign.

Marvel's Hulk and Captain America actors Mark Ruffalo and Don Cheadle respectively, were also at the rally, extending their support to Harris.

28 Oct 2024, 06:41:40 AM IST

US Presidential Elections 2024 Live Updates: Kamala Harris rallies Philadelphia voters

Kamala Harris on October 27 rallied voters in Philadelphia in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. She said, “no one can sit on the sidelines" in this year's presidential election.

“We are focused on the future and we are focused on the needs of the American people, as opposed to Donald Trump, who spends full time looking in the mirror focused on himself," Harris said.