Today in Focus US election extra: Duel rallies in Las Vegas with surprise J-Lo endorsement
Nov 1, 2024
David Smith, Washington, D.C. Bureau Chief for The Guardian, reports on the political spectacle in Las Vegas with dueling rallies from Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. He discusses how both candidates are targeting Latino voters, with Harris hosting a star-studded event while Trump engages a male-centric audience. The impact of celebrity endorsements, especially from Jennifer Lopez, is explored, along with early voting trends that emphasize a competitive race and increased female voter turnout in key states.
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Dueling Rallies in Las Vegas
- The political circus arrived in Las Vegas, Nevada, a key battleground state.
- The Sphere, a new tourist attraction, displayed a Kamala Harris campaign ad, while Donald Trump's hotel was also visible.
Harris Rally and J-Lo Endorsement
- Kamala Harris held a festive rally with diverse attendees in a park.
- Singer Jennifer Lopez gave an impassioned 13-minute endorsement speech.
Latino Voters in Nevada
- Nevada's 30% Latino population is crucial in the presidential election.
- While Latinos traditionally support Democrats, Trump has made inroads, though the Madison Square Garden rally may have hindered this.