In the weekend leading up to the US election, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as a precautionary measure, cast doubt on a possible electoral defeat and raised unsubstantiated claims of fraud.
On the campaign trail in the hotly contested Pennsylvania state, he called Democrats the “party of devils” and in a lengthy statement accused them of cheating in Tuesday's presidential election. The 78-year-old told ABC News that he believes the winner of the White House race will be decided on election night.
Openly demonstrating his hostility to democracy: Donald Trump.Image: trapezoid
The fact that the former president stoked concerns about electoral fraud in such detail ahead of Election Day may not be a coincidence and is reminiscent of his behavior four years ago. On election night, Trump declared himself the 2020 winner and called for a halt to vote counting as he held a temporary lead over challenger Joe Biden.
To this day, he has not officially admitted his electoral defeat. The United States is concerned that Trump may now repeat this strategy. The results of the election will likely not be known for several hours after polls close. In some states, mail-in ballots in particular have delayed the counting process.
Trump: America is an occupied country
During his campaign, Trump also exploited the fears of the American people and painted a picture of a “country in decline.” “If I win, the American people will control this country again. America is an occupied country now,” he said, insulting his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in his usual fashion. “She doesn't know. She's like a child when it comes to the economy.” The vote ended up being a close race between the vice president of the United States and Trump.
The poll also predicts roughly even numbers in swing states that are particularly competitive. That's why both candidates are paying special attention to these states in the final meters. In addition to Pennsylvania, Trump's agenda for Sunday also includes Georgia and North Carolina. Harris is in Michigan.
Harris gets support from Obama, stars
Former President Barack Obama campaigned for Harris in the swing state of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “You may not agree with every decision she makes,” Obama said of the US vice president. But she will stand up for the people of this country. 63-year-old man mocks Trump: He doesn’t even know how to change a flat tire
«Donald Trump got $400 million from his father. That's how he got rich. “
However, Obama said of his White House successor that he had to declare bankruptcy multiple times.
All Trump inherited back then was his good economy. At the end of his presidency, gas was cheap only because everyone was sitting at home and there was no demand due to the coronavirus pandemic. Obama also spoke directly to black voters and Latinos.
“Why do you think the answer is to vote for someone who has a long history of belittling and disrespecting your community?”
In addition to Obama, Harris can expect other important endorsements in the final stages of her campaign these days. According to Harris' campaign, the 60-year-old will appear at shows in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Monday night (local time) with artists Lady Gaga and Katy Perry. US talk show host Oprah Winfrey and singer Ricky Martin will also attend. On Sunday, his son Don Jr. and others were promoting Trump. He has made multiple appearances with Trump's running mate J.D. Vance.
Kennedy wants to remove fluoride from drinking water
A Trump supporter caused a stir over the weekend with a health care proposal. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., from the famous Kennedy family, announced that fluoride should be removed from drinking water if Trump wins the election. Trump has previously said Kennedy, a well-known anti-vaxxer, should play a role in health policy.
His first health policy proposal made headlines in the United States. Unlike most European countries, drinking water there also contains fluoride. Switzerland stopped doing this in 2003. U.S. health authorities recommend this to protect your teeth. Toothpaste often contains fluoride.
Fluoride is responsible for bone cancer, developmental disorders and thyroid disease, Kennedy wrote. “A small amount of fluoride can help prevent cavities, but a large amount can be harmful to your health,” the CDC writes. When asked about Kennedy's plan, Trump said:
“That sounds good to me.”
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