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Three presidents, one state as the U.S. midterms fast approach
Three presidents in one state as America braces for a red wave
It’s not everyday you see three current and former U.S. presidents touch down in the same state for election rallies, but that’s exactly what happened at the weekend.
Arguably the biggest stars of the Democratic and Republican parties – former presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump, as well as sitting President Joe Biden, all toured to Pennsylvania in a bid to do their part for the race between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz.
With polling day just days away, Obama is warning about divisions fuelling a “dangerous climate” in the U.S., saying “sulking and moping is not an option”. The former president believes the only way to save democracy is if his party fights for it.
“On Tuesday, let’s make sure our country doesn’t get set back 50 years. The only way to save democracy is if we, together, fight for it.”
The Democrats argue their opponents will pursue an extreme agenda on issues including abortion, voting rights and Social Security benefits. Biden warns democracy is literally on the ballot.
“Your right to choose is on the ballot,” Biden said. “Your right to vote is on the ballot. Social Security and Medicare is on the ballot. There’s something else on the ballot: character. Character is on the ballot.”
But data shows voters are more concerned with the state of the economy and crime rates.
Republicans have been gaining nationwide in the last few days of campaigning, with many polls now suggesting the party will seize control of both the House and the Senate.
This would push Capitol Hill into a standstill and signal the beginning of the end for the Biden administration’s agenda.
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Also speaking in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump continued with his allegations of fraud at the 2020 election, and claims Biden is running the nation’s the economy into the ground.
He took aim at the administration’s failure to stem crime, inflation and the immigration crisis.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump looks on as Pennsylvania Republican U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Mehmet Oz speaks at a pre-election rally to support Republican candidates in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, U.S., November 5, 2022. REUTERS/Mike Segar
During his praise for Doctor Oz, Trump also made fun of current Florida governor Ron DeSantis.
DeSantis is of course Trump’s nearest rival for the presidential nomination and it’s expected Trump will announce his intention to run any day now.
“This is the year we’re going to take back the House. We’re going to take back the Senate. And we’re going to take back America. We’re going to take it back,” Mr Trump told 6000 supporters.
“And in 2024, most importantly, we are going to take back our magnificent, oh-so beautiful White House.”
The head-to-head rallies are some of the final campaign events as polling day quickly approaches.
Democrats are bracing for a red wave, with the national mood shifting considerably since the last time Americans were at the ballot box.
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Tyler Robinson arrested for killing activist Charlie Kirk
Tyler Robinson arrested for murdering Charlie Kirk; shared details on Discord, revealing political motives and chilling messages
Tyler Robinson arrested for murdering Charlie Kirk, shared details on Discord, revealing political motives and chilling messages
– Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested for allegedly murdering activist Charlie Kirk, 31, at a university event in Utah.
– Witnesses revealed Robinson’s negative views on Kirk and links to anti-fascist sentiments through his messages and actions.
Witness testimonies indicate Robinson had expressed negative views about Kirk prior to the attack, which he described as “spreading hate.”
He arrived campus in a grey Dodge Challenger and opened fire, leading to Kirk’s immediate collapse. Following the incident, Robinson’s father and a minister turned him in to the police.
Political Context
Robinson’s messages, including references to anti-fascist imagery and memes, indicated a motive tied to Kirk’s political beliefs.
Governor Spencer Cox noted Robinson’s increasing political engagement and dissatisfaction with Kirk’s views in conversations with relatives. The investigation raised concerns over targeted violence linked to political ideology.
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FBI hunts assassin who shot Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer, shot dead at 31 during speech at Utah Valley University, prompting ongoing manhunt for suspect
Charlie Kirk, conservative influencer, shot dead at 31 during speech at Utah Valley University, prompting ongoing manhunt for suspect
– Federal authorities are investigating the shooting of Charlie Kirk, who was killed at Utah Valley University.
– A manhunt for the actual shooter is underway; two men have been questioned and released without charges.
During the aftermath, two men, one of whom claimed to have fired the shot, were taken into custody but later released without charges. A manhunt is ongoing for the actual shooter.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox stated that those responsible will be held accountable, outlining the state’s commitment to justice.
President Donald Trump condemned the political climate surrounding Kirk’s death, blaming extreme rhetoric and violence.
In a statement, he remembered Kirk as a patriot who advocated for open debate. Following the incident, vigils were held nationwide, and classes at the university have been cancelled.
Ongoing Investigation
As investigations continue, American flags will fly at half-staff until Sunday in honour of Kirk.
“I want to be very clear that this is a political assassination,” Utah Governor Spencer Cox, a Republican, told a news conference.
“And I just want to remind people that we still have the death penalty here in the state of Utah.
The Utah Department of Public Safety said that its State Crime Lab was “working with multiple active crime scenes”.
“These were identified based on where the victim was shot, as well as the locations where the suspect and victim travelled,” a department statement said.
“The shooting is believed to be a targeted attack. The shooter is believed to have fired from the roof of a building down to the location of the public event in the student courtyard.”
Eyewitness account
Attendee Tiana Lao said the shooting came as a shock in what otherwise felt like an= normal event.
“We didn’t realise it was real at first and then everyone began rushing out, shouting to get down in panic and distress,” she told ABC News.
“People were excited. There were some opponents like there usually are at these events … but they were peaceful, so this was a total shock.”
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