Morning Wire Biden Donors Freeze Funds & VA School Phone Ban | Afternoon Update | 7.12.24
Jul 12, 2024
A major crisis brews within the Democratic party as top pro-Biden donors freeze $90 million in pledges, questioning his electability. Meanwhile, discussions heat up around Kamala Harris's potential candidacy and the implications of a new cell phone ban in schools for mental health. In lighter news, used vehicle prices, especially for electric cars, are dropping following post-pandemic spikes, and a playful political golf challenge offers a humorous take on candidate rivalries. Dive into the current landscape of politics!
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Biden's Electability Concerns
- Democratic donors have frozen $90 million in pledges to a pro-Biden PAC.
- This action is intended to pressure President Biden to withdraw from the race.
Psaki on Harris
- Jen Psaki suggests Kamala Harris is the best replacement for Biden but faces challenges.
- Psaki blames sexism and racism for the public's negative perception of Harris.
Virginia School Phone Ban
- Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin banned cell phone use in K-12 schools.
- This decision addresses mental health concerns and poor academic performance linked to cell phone use in class.