Vice President Kamala Harris addressed a crowd of over 15,000 supporters in Detroit, Michigan, emphasizing the upcoming election as a significant battle. This rally followed President Biden's decision to suspend his re-election bid and endorse Harris as his successor. In a neighboring state, Wisconsin, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Harris' running mate, criticized former President Trump, accusing him of self-serving actions and weakening the country.
Trump, in response, labeled Harris and Walz as ultra-liberals, claiming they would lead the country towards communism. Despite this, Harris' choice of Walz over other moderate candidates like Gov. Josh Shapiro and Sen. Mark Kelly seemed to energize Trump's campaign. The announcement of Walz as the running mate resulted in a substantial fundraising boost of $36 million for the Harris campaign.
At a separate event, Sen. JD Vance, Trump's running mate, defended himself and Trump against accusations of being 'creepy and weird.' Vance also took a jab at Harris for avoiding major interviews and press conferences since becoming the Democratic nominee.
The campaign trail has seen intense exchanges between the candidates, with accusations flying from both sides. Trump's team launched an attack on Walz, questioning his military service record, while Vance faced scrutiny for not serving in combat during his deployment to Iraq.
The battleground states of Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan have been key focuses for both campaigns, as they form the 'Blue Wall' that Democrats aim to secure. These states, along with others like Georgia, North Carolina, Arizona, and Nevada, are crucial in determining the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
With polls showing a tight race in these states, the competition between Harris and Trump remains fierce. Biden's decision to step down from the re-election race has added a new dynamic to the campaign, with Democrats rallying behind Harris as she continues to engage with voters across the country.
