On October 29, Kamala Harris delivered an inclusive speech in Washington, positioning herself as a unifying presidential candidate. Meanwhile, Donald Trump faced backlash for controversial remarks at a recent rally, defending his actions in a press conference. Joe Biden responded to Trump’s rally comments, clarifying his words about “scum” were directed at hateful rhetoric, not Trump’s supporters. With only days until the election, polls remain tight, reflecting a deeply divided America amidst rising tensions.
Two distinct campaigns are unfolding as we approach the pivotal election. On Tuesday, October 29, Kamala Harris delivered a speech in Washington at the Ellipse, close to the White House. This moment allowed her to embody a presidential demeanor while promoting a message of unity.
On the other hand, Donald Trump faced fallout from his rally at Madison Square Garden, which included controversial remarks aimed at Puerto Ricans. During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, he characterized the event as an “absolute love fest.” True to his style, he later distanced himself from the comedian who made the contentious remarks during an interview with Fox News anchor Sean Hannity. In Allentown, Pennsylvania, a city with a significant Hispanic population, Trump claimed, ‘No one loves the Latino community and our community in Puerto Rico more than I do.’
Whether this assertion will appease a community offended by his rally comments remains to be seen. As we count down to the election with just six days remaining, we summarize the key moments of this intense presidential campaign.
💬 Highlight of the Day
The only trash I see floating around here are his supporters
The only trash I see floating around here are his supporters
Joe Biden
What did Joe Biden have to say in response to recent criticisms? The current president found himself under attack from Trump and Republican figures on Tuesday. While on the campaign trail, he participated in a video call with the progressive group Voto Latino. This came on the heels of a comedian’s disparaging comparison of Puerto Rico to a ‘floating island of garbage.’ Biden faced accusations of labeling Trump’s supporters ‘garbage.’ He later clarified on social media that the term ‘scum’ was directed at what he described as the ‘hateful rhetoric’ from the comedian, not Trump’s supporters. This did not prevent GOP member JD Vance from calling Biden’s comments ‘repugnant.’
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At the same location where Trump held a rally on January 6, 2021, which was shadowed by the Capitol riot, Kamala Harris gave her final campaign speech. With the illuminated White House as a backdrop, she took the opportunity to criticize Trump, labeling him a ‘petty tyrant.’ Emphasizing a more inclusive narrative, she urged citizens to ‘turn the page’ from previous divisive years. ‘Donald Trump has spent a decade trying to divide people and instill fear. That’s who he is. But I’m here to say: that’s not who we are,’ asserted the vice president, addressing a crowd of over 50,000 according to police estimates.
📊 Current Polls
The polling landscape remains incredibly divided and is expected to stay this way until election day. Nationally, a recent AtlasIntel poll shows Trump leading Harris by a narrow margin of two points (50% to 48%). Meanwhile, an Ipsos poll conducted for Reuters indicates a slight advantage for Harris, who leads by just one point (47% to 46% for Trump). In crucial battleground states, the numbers are similarly inconclusive. In Michigan, for example, AtlasIntel and Emerson College have Trump ahead by one point (49%-48% and 50%-49%), while Susquehanna Polling & Research reports a five-point lead for Harris (52%-47%).
In his morning column, Gallagher Fenwick reflects on the anxiety among US authorities as they prepare for November 5, with some fearing that Trump might declare victory regardless of the actual results. He noted, ‘Streets will be closed, and police presence increased in areas like Maricopa County, Arizona, where tensions ran high in 2020. Snipers will be stationed on rooftops on November 5.’
Fenwick also discussed the legal strategies being employed by Trump’s team, noting, ‘They’re filing complaints and challenging the proxies granted.’ Although these efforts have so far been dismissed, he predicts, ‘On the evening of November 5, it’s almost certain Trump will declare victory, and this legal maneuvering will escalate.’
📅 Upcoming Events
In the days leading up to the election, both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will be active in key swing states. Trump is set to rally in North Carolina and Wisconsin, while Harris plans events