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Harris’ choice for veep hinges on who can lead – and deliver votesThe Democrats’ vice presidential search, now on a tight deadline, is focused on who can deliver swing states, who is ready for prime time, and who could make a plausible president.
A reporter’s view: Inside the Oval Office at a ‘pass the torch’ momentPresident Biden’s address to the nation sealed his historic exit from the presidential race, while framing the coming election in almost existential terms.
Netanyahu visits Congress with big goals – but at hardest of timesPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants more U.S. aid just as Washington is consumed with a changing presidential race and concerns about Israeli intentions.
Six issues Kamala Harris is campaigning on – and 5 she’d rather avoidKamala Harris has the opportunity to rebrand herself in the eyes of voters, but Republicans are attacking her record. Already it’s clear her focus will include protecting abortion rights – and drawing a contrast to Donald Trump on justice.
From sidekick to spotlight: 5 things to know about Kamala HarrisAs Kamala Harris moves closer to becoming the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee, the Monitor looks at five highlights from her career and personal life.
As Dems embrace Harris, GOP calls it an undemocratic ‘coup’ against BidenU.S. President Joe Biden’s late-stage departure from the presidential race has led to complaints that the Democratic Party is imposing an undemocratic outcome on its voters. Will Republican criticism stick?
From Pennsylvania to Capitol Hill, a push for answers on Secret Service lapseSecurity lapses that enabled the July 13 shooting of former President Donald Trump are raising larger questions about Secret Service protection during a turbulent election year.
With Biden out, Democrats move fast to try to strengthen HarrisParty leaders are lining up to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, and campaign cash is pouring in. But Democrats still face an uphill battle.
Biden’s exit galvanizes Democrats – but the road remains rockyDemocrats appear eager to unify around a new standard-bearer after weeks of damaging public infighting. But they are heading into uncharted territory.
First LookPresident Biden ends 2024 reelection bid and endorses VP HarrisPresident Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, just four months before the election, following stumbles that raised doubts about his fitness for office. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination.
Republican Party unity under Trump is real – but not without strainsIn accepting the Republican presidential nomination, Donald Trump envisioned a nation “more united than ever before.” But his speech included sharp attacks on President Biden, as both parties also confront open or latent fissures within.
For many Republicans, Trump’s near miss signals ‘God is involved’Donald Trump’s survival of a would-be assassin’s bullet signals a divine purpose, many Republicans say – raising the existential stakes of the campaign.
After Trump shooting, rhetorical challenge for Democrats is bigger than everFollowing an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, calls have risen for less incendiary political rhetoric. Yet a core Democratic message is that Mr. Trump is a threat to democracy.
Every convention promises victory. This year, Republicans feel it.After a year in which former President Donald Trump faced prolonged legal battles, and GOP divisions wreaked havoc in Congress, Republicans are reveling in a remarkable sense of unity.
FocusIn swing state Nevada, the vote may hinge on housingLow housing stock and inflation woes have put homeownership out of reach for many Americans. In Nevada, it could tip the presidential election.
By tapping JD Vance, Trump charts MAGA’s futureWhile many presidential candidates choose a running mate who will balance out some aspect of the ticket, Donald Trump picked a partner who above all will reinforce and perhaps extend his brand.
Cover Story200 miles from where Trump was shot, ordinary citizens combat political violenceFor a year, the Monitor followed a group of Pennsylvanians trying to stand against political violence. Then a shooter tried to kill Donald Trump.
This weekend shook American politics. Did it change Donald Trump?A party convention is typically a moment to rally the base with fiery, red-meat rhetoric. In the wake of an assassination attempt, many are urging presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump to take a different tone.
New GOP platform reflects Trump’s dramatic reshaping of the partyThe new Republican platform is dramatically shorter, less detailed, and appears aimed at the average voter rather than policy wonks.
Trump assassination attempt brings fresh scrutiny to violent political rhetoricThe first shooting of a current or former president in 40-plus years raises urgent questions about how to tamp down political violence.
