Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/23/24: Kamala Historic Fundraising, Secret Service Grilled In Congress, Dearborn Mayor Speaks Out On Bibi Visit, Biden Disappears, RFK Jr Offered Trump Endorsement For Cabinet Slot
Jul 23, 2024
Abdullah Hamoud, the Mayor of Dearborn, Michigan, shares his perspective on local politics and the recent visit of Bibi Netanyahu, discussing its impact on community sentiments. Jeff Stein, an economics reporter for The Washington Post, dives into Kamala Harris's economic record amidst her historic fundraising surge. The conversation also touches on the Secret Service's troubling performance in recent hearings and speculates on Biden's health and political future, alongside RFK Jr.'s unexpected endorsement discussions with Trump.
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Harris' Campaign Strategy
- Harris embraces her "Kamala Cop" persona, focusing on Trump as a predator.
- Democrats quickly consolidate behind her, avoiding a contested primary.
Record-Breaking Fundraising
- Harris' fundraising is record-breaking, exceeding $250 million in 24 hours.
- This includes grassroots donations and significant contributions from wealthy donors.
Early Polling Data
- Early polls show Harris performing slightly better against Trump than Biden.
- She attracts voters who previously refused to support Biden, narrowing Trump's lead.