π©πͺ Social Democrats defeat AFD in Brandenburg π©πͺ In a crucial Brandenburg state election, Chancellor Scholz's Social Democrats narrowly defeated the far-right AfD, securing 31% vs 29% amid record 73% turnout.
πΊπΈ FBI launches investigation into second assassination attempt πΊπΈ FBI launches investigation into second assassination attempt on Donald Trump in 2024, as Secret Service agents foil attack at his West Palm Beach golf course. Gunman spotted 400-500 yards away, fled after agents fired shots. Suspect apprehended on I-95.
π»π¦ Pope Francis, returning from Asia-Pacific tour, weighs in on US election π»π¦ Pope Francis, returning from Asia-Pacific tour, weighs in on US election: Harris and Trump both "against life" - Harris for abortion stance, Trump for immigration policies. Urges Catholic voters to choose "lesser evil" based on conscience.
πΊπΈ Trump's debate performance imploded as Harris dominated πΊπΈ Trump's debate performance imploded as Harris dominated, leaving GOP insiders disappointed, with some questioning his fitness for office. His off-topic responses, including debunked claims about Haitians eating pets, exposed an unprepared candidate floundering against a sharper opponent.
πΊπΈ Taylor Swift has officially endorsed Kamala Harris πΊπΈ Taylor Swift has officially endorsed Kamala Harris for president following the Harris vs. Trump debate, sharing her support via Instagram. Citing concerns about AI-generated misinformation and praising Harris for her leadership on LGBTQ+ rights, womenβs rights, and reproductive freedoms.
πΊπΈ New NYT/Siena poll shows Trump leading Harris 48% to 47% among likely voters πΊπΈ NYT/Siena poll shows Trump leading Harris 48% to 47% among likely voters, virtually unchanged since July. Harris faces challenge with 28% of voters saying they need to know more about her, especially her policies.