The 2024 U.S. presidential race has intensified as Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump exchange increasingly sharp criticisms. Harris, now the presumptive Democratic nominee following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal, has positioned herself as the ‘underdog’ in the race, despite polls showing a virtual tie between the candidates.At a fundraiser in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Harris criticized Trump’s rhetoric as ‘just plain weird’ and ‘strange’, contrasting her background as a prosecutor with Trump’s criminal record. She emphasized her campaign’s focus on moving the nation forward, asserting that Trump aims to return the country to a ‘dark past’.Trump, meanwhile, has escalated his attacks on Harris, labeling her as ‘evil’, ‘sick’, and ‘unhinged’. At a rally in Florida, Trump made controversial statements suggesting that if elected in 2024, ‘you won’t have to vote again’, which Harris’ campaign interpreted as ‘a promise to end democracy’.Harris’ campaign has gained significant momentum since Biden’s withdrawal. She raised over $100 million in the 36 hours following Biden’s announcement and an additional $1.4 million at a single fundraiser. Her candidacy has received support from prominent Democrats, including Joe Biden and Barack and Michelle Obama.Both candidates have been actively campaigning. Trump addressed a cryptocurrency conference in Nashville, vowing to make the U.S. the ‘crypto capital of the world’. Harris, on the other hand, has been emphasizing her prosecutorial experience and vision for the future, while criticizing Trump’s policies on issues such as public safety and immigration.The race has also been marked by unique campaign strategies. Harris’ team has adopted the term ‘weird’ to describe Trump’s rhetoric, while Trump’s campaign has focused on portraying Harris as a threat to the ‘American dream’. As the election approaches, both candidates are expected to continue their intense campaigning and exchanges of criticism.
Key points
- Kamala Harris has positioned herself as the ‘underdog’ in the presidential race, despite polls showing a virtual tie.
- Harris raised over $100 million in 36 hours after Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
- Trump made controversial statements suggesting an end to elections if he wins in 2024, which Harris’ campaign interpreted as a threat to democracy.
- Both candidates are actively campaigning, with Trump focusing on cryptocurrency issues and Harris emphasizing her prosecutorial background.
Contradictions👾While Harris describes herself as the ‘underdog’, polls show the race in a virtual tie.
👾Trump’s campaign portrays Harris as a threat to the ‘American dream’, while Harris claims Trump wants to return the country to a ‘dark past’.
