US presidential election updates reveal that Kamala Harris is gaining support from stars like Lizzo and Usher. At the same time, Donald Trump goes off-script in Pennsylvania with a bizarre story about Arnold Palmer.
With just 17 days left until the election, both candidates focus on early voting, with Harris criticizing Trump’s policies and his latest rally antics.
US Presidential Election: Harris Gains Star Power While Trump Goes Off-Script
With the US presidential election just 17 days away, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are pulling out all the stops. On the first day of early voting in Detroit, Lizzo hit the stage in support of Harris, dismissing claims that America isn’t ready for a female president. Harris, joined by Usher in Atlanta, echoed that sentiment, calling out Trump’s speeches as “nonsense.”
US Presidential Election: Trump’s Strange Rally Focus
In Pennsylvania, Trump deviated from his planned campaign message, delivering an offbeat story about golf legend Arnold Palmer’s anatomy. This shift in focus left many wondering about the Republican candidate’s priorities as he took personal jabs at Harris, calling her a “shit vice-president.” Despite this, both candidates are neck-and-neck in key battleground states, with a strong emphasis on early voting.
Harris Slams Trump’s Record on Women’s Issues
At her Atlanta rally, Harris continued her criticism of Trump’s handling of critical issues, particularly his stance on abortion. Referring to the tragic death of Amber Thurman, a Georgia mother who died after complications from an abortion pill, Harris condemned Trump’s cruel comments towards the grieving family. She blamed Thurman’s death on Georgia’s restrictive abortion laws.
Trump Targets Harris, Claims a Win in Pennsylvania Would Secure Victory
Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, Trump urged voters to reject Harris, portraying her as further left than prominent Democrats like Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. He emphasized the importance of the state’s electoral votes, declaring, “If we win Pennsylvania, we win the whole damn thing.”
Early Voting Begins, Obama Campaigns for Harris in Nevada
Early voting has also kicked off in Nevada, where Barack Obama joined the campaign trail for Harris. The former president took a humorous jab at Trump, stating, “We don’t need to see what an older, loonier Trump with no guardrails looks like.”
Trump’s Ground Game Faces Hurdles, Despite Elon Musk’s Support
Trump’s ground game may be hitting roadblocks, with reports of potentially fraudulent canvassing efforts by America PAC, a group founded by Elon Musk. The PAC has been responsible for much of Trump’s voter outreach but is now under scrutiny. Musk has been a prominent backer of Trump’s campaign, even pledging to randomly distribute $1 million a day to Pennsylvania voters who sign his petition.