The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: Checking In On Harris, Trump Campaigns
Oct 18, 2024
As Election Day approaches, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ramp up their campaigns, focusing on undecided voters. They hold rallies and make key media appearances, each adapting their strategies to reach diverse demographics. A town hall meeting highlights tensions over January 6th and the pandemic response, revealing a growing gender gap in voting. Amid the chaos, there's humor with singer Olivia Rodrigo's stage mishap and a light-hearted nod to new frog species named after Star Trek captains.
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Trump's Univision Town Hall
- In a Univision town hall, Donald Trump faced tough questions from Latino voters about immigration, January 6th, and lack of support from former officials.
- He deflected questions, reiterated campaign themes, and falsely claimed the Biden administration allows criminals into the U.S.
Trump's Fox News Town Hall
- Donald Trump participated in a Fox News town hall with women voters, addressing reproductive rights and IVF access.
- He called himself the "father of IVF" and proposed government or private insurance coverage for it, causing divisions among Republicans.
Harris on Fox News
- Kamala Harris appeared on Fox News with Brett Baer, referencing Trump's "enemy within" comments and his threats against those who disagree with him.
- Harris emphasized the importance of handling criticism in a democracy and highlighted concerns about Trump as a threat.