US election: The week that changed the presidential race
Jul 19, 2024
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Discussions on Trump's impactful RNC speech post-assassination attempt, Biden facing pressure to step aside. Analysis of potential VP pick J.D. Vance, contrasting party experiences, strategic targeting in swing states for the upcoming election.
Former President Trump solidified his base with a bold convention speech following an assassination attempt.
Internal disarray within the Democratic Party intensifies calls for President Biden to step aside.
Deep dives
Republican National Convention Highlights
Former President Donald Trump accepts his party's nomination after a shocking assassination attempt at a campaign rally. The event showcased a mix of emotions, transitioning from somber moments reflecting on the attack to Trump's characteristic bold and energized speech. Despite attempts at unity and scripted portions, Trump ventured into familiar territory, addressing core issues like immigration, crime, and foreign policy.
Campaign Strategy and Shifts
The podcast explores the shifts in campaign strategies following the week's events, highlighting the Republican Party's consolidation around Trump, featuring past rivals praising him and aiming to expand voter outreach with figures like J.D. Vance. On the Democratic side, internal disarray surfaces, with calls for President Biden to step aside intensifying due to concerns over his capacity and recent events affecting voter perceptions.
Electoral Dynamics and Party Challenges
Discussions center on the impact of recent events on electoral dynamics, with Trump's base strengthened by his survival from the assassination attempt while remaining a polarizing figure. The podcast emphasizes the strategic moves targeting key demographics and regions, pointing out potential inroads in critical states like the Midwest. As the campaign intensifies, both parties navigate internal tensions and structural shifts to shape their narratives and gain voter support.
Donald Trump has accepted his nomination at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, rounding off one of the most consequential weeks in modern US political history. Just days after facing down an attempt on his life, the former president delivered a characteristically meandering speech to a rapturous reception. Meanwhile, incumbent President Joe Biden is facing fresh calls from fellow Democrats to stand aside, with new reports suggesting he may be closer than ever before to doing so.
Caitríona Perry is joined by BBC reporter Kayla Epstein, from inside the convention, to discuss how it has set the stage for rest of the campaign, and the additional pressure its success may have piled onto the Biden camp.
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This episode was made by Laurie Kalus and Tom Kavanagh. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Richard Fenton-Smith.
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