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Kamala Harris, the U.S. Vice President, discusses her evolving stance on immigration amidst criticism, while Minnesota Governor Tim Walz shares heartfelt moments from the Democratic convention. JD Vance dives into tax strategies as the political landscape shifts, particularly focusing on Donald Trump's controversial abortion comments. They also explore how declining gas prices could sway voter sentiment as the 2024 campaign heats up, highlighting the intricate balance of political strategy and public opinion.

Mark Hugo Lopez, director of race and ethnicity research at Pew Research Center, dives into the evolving landscape of the Latino vote with CNN Political Director David Chalian. They discuss the significance of the 36 million eligible Latino voters in 2024 and how their political preferences are shifting, especially with Kamala Harris on the Democratic ticket. Key issues like the economy, immigration, and linguistic preferences are explored, revealing diverse perspectives and the potential impact on strategies from both parties.

Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman of South Asian and African American descent to hold the office, joins Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, known for his focus on education and healthcare, in a candid conversation with CNN's Dana Bash. They discuss their strategies for the presidential campaign, including a bus tour in Georgia targeting middle-class issues. Harris clarifies her stance on energy and fracking, while addressing immigration policies. The trio delves into the significance of diverse leadership perspectives and their personal experiences navigating identity and foreign affairs.

First: In advance of tonight's much-anticipated CNN interview with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, new polls show the Democratic ticket has eliminated Donald Trump's edge in the critical Sun Belt states. Plus: The US Army issues a stark rebuke of the Trump campaign for breaking multiple rules at Arlington National Cemetary and "unfairly attacking" a cemetery employee. And: Joe Biden is on track to appoint even more federal judges than Donald Trump, but he still won't be able to transform the bench the way his predecessor did. We explain why.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi has joined David on The Axe Files many times to talk about her life, policy, and politics. With the recent release of her book, “The Art of Power,” the two again met to talk at the University Club of Chicago during the Democratic National Convention. Although they spoke before an audience, it sounded more like a conversation between Pelosi and a roomful of friends as she reflected on the high points of her career, Joe Biden exiting the presidential race, and the importance of protecting the Constitution on Election Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kamala Harris has “Freedom.” Donald Trump has “God Bless the USA” (and a lot of cease-and-desist letters). What makes for a good campaign song? And why do we respond so viscerally to the ones that work? Audie talks with DJ Cassidy, who DJ'd the DNC Roll Call. And Dana Gorzelany-Mostak, who studies the use of music in political campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Kamala Harris makes her first public appearance after last week's convention, while Tim Walz visits a place that Joe Biden was struggling to keep on the map. We tell you why they're making a push all over the Peach State. Plus: "He's got to pay a price." That's what Nancy Pelosi said about Donald Trump when she was forced to evacuate the Capitol on January 6th. We bring you the exclusive footage of that day. And: Democratic "Swifties" are trying to get out the vote for Vice President Harris, but the question they can't shake off is whether Miss Americana herself will get on board.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: Pressure is building for Kamala Harris to do her first sit-down interview since becoming the nominee as she prepares to return to the campaign trail with a bus tour through Georgia. Plus: Israel's military says it has rescued a hostage held captive in Gaza since the Hamas terror attack on October 7th. CNN is live in Tel Aviv with the breaking details. And: Kash Patel, who served a number of roles in the Trump administration, says he'll do anything for the former president. That's why he's expected be a key player in a second Trump term. That's also why former Trump officials are worried.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First: The Harris and Trump campaigns are once again bickering over the high-stakes debate scheduled for September 10th, this time over muted microphones. But is the former president on the same page as his own campaign? Plus: JD Vance, who previously endorsed a nationwide ban on abortion, does an about-face and says Donald Trump would "absolutely" veto a federal abortion ban. And: And with RFK Jr. out of the presidential contest, will his supporters follow him to Trump, and are there enough of them to make a difference?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris has officially accepted her party’s nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention—just a month after President Joe Biden stepped aside and gave her his endorsement. After joining the show for the Republican convention last month, POLITICO’s Ryan Lizza is back to talk all things DNC with CNN Political Director David Chalian. They met at the CNN-POLITICO Grill, steps from the convention floor inside Chicago’s United Center, and broke down what the first three nights of the convention revealed about how the Democrats’ strategy has shifted since Harris took Biden’s place at the top of the ticket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices