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Poll question
Is Trump really trying to get out of debating Harris, or is he involved in some other type of gamesmanship?

Selection of Smerconish Daily Headlines

Dow Jones Climbs to Record Peak. MarketWatch
The Dow Jones reached a record high as positive economic data restored investor confidence, reversing recession fears and leading to the market’s 23rd record close of the year.

Smith Appeals Docs Case Dismissal, NPR
Special Counsel Jack Smith is appealing Judge Aileen Cannon’s dismissal of the classified documents case against Trump, seeking to have the case reinstated by the 11th Circuit Court.

Republican Alumni Endorse Harris, USA Today
Over 200 former Bush, McCain, and Romney staffers endorsed Harris, citing fears of Trump’s leadership and its threat to American democracy, urging moderates to back the VP.
Gabbard Endorses Trump, KITV
Tulsi Gabbard, former Democratic Rep., endorsed Trump, distancing herself further from her former party and siding with his criticism of Harris and the Biden administration.

RFK’s Secret Service Protection Ends, For the Left
Not long after finally securing it, RFK Jr. lost his Secret Service protection after suspending his presidential campaign, following protocol that ends protection when candidates exit the race.