

25 Days to Go
44 snips Oct 10, 2024
Astead W. Herndon, a national politics reporter, joins Maggie Haberman, known for her deep insights on Trump, and Nate Cohn, a leading political analyst. Together, they dissect how recent natural disasters have shaped presidential campaigns, particularly regarding Kamala Harris's strategy to engage voters. They also explore Trump’s controversial ties to Putin and how voter sentiments, especially among youth and suburban females, are influenced by current political narratives and advertising tactics.
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Trump's Hurricane Criticism
- Donald Trump criticized the Biden administration's handling of Hurricane Idalia, including FEMA's aid allocation.
- He made similar criticisms about Hurricane Helene, falsely linking FEMA aid to undocumented immigrants.
Hurricane Impact on Swing States
- Hurricanes Idalia and Helene hit swing states like North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, potentially impacting voter turnout.
- While Florida leans Republican, the impact on North Carolina and Georgia could be significant in a close election.
Harris Leads in Latest Poll
- A recent Times/Siena poll shows Kamala Harris leading Trump by four points nationally, her best showing yet.
- This poll suggests Harris is gaining ground, even among some Republicans, but the election remains a coin flip.