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Poll question
Will the 2024 VP candidates significantly sway the outcome of the election?
Selection of Smerconish daily headlines
Biden Explains Why He Left the Race, CBS News
In his first interview since withdrawing from the race, President Biden emphasized the need to stop Trump, framing his decision as vital to protecting democracy and his legacy of unity.
Zelensky Confirms Fighting Inside Russia, CNN
Zelensky confirmed that Ukrainian forces have crossed into Russia’s Kursk region, escalating the conflict with a surprise incursion that has forced Moscow to evacuate tens of thousands.
Vance: “Let’s Start With 1 Million”, ABC News
JD Vance proposed beginning mass deportations with “1 million” undocumented immigrants, as the first step in Trump’s plan to address illegal immigration and reduce labor competition.
Walz: No Stocks, No Bonds, No Home, USA Today
Governor Tim Walz is unusual in politics for having no investments, no real estate, and no home ownership, highlighting his working-class background and minimal personal wealth.
Trump No Longer the “Change” Candidate, Politico
Trump’s identity as the “change” candidate has been upended by Harris’s rise, leaving him looking like a figure of the past, more focused on his 2020 defeat than offering a vision for the future.
Inside Trump’s Slump, Axios
Trump’s advisers are worried about his lackluster performances and disjointed messaging, urging him to adopt a more focused strategy as his lead slips in key swing states.
OpenAI: Don’t Fall for Your Chatbot, United Press International
OpenAI is concerned that users forming emotional connections with its chatbots could change social norms and create unrealistic expectations, leading them to study this issue further.
