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Biden, Democrats scramble after Trump rally shooting upends campaign
Biden's campaign adjusts strategy post-assassination attempt on Trump. Verbal attacks paused, ads pulled down. Pressure eases on Biden to step aside. Impact on Pennsylvania state considered. Democrats reassess focus on Trump threat. Trump set for official nomination at RNC.
Deeply concerned by attack on my friend Donald Trump: PM Narendra Modi
PM Modi condemned the Butler, Pennsylvania attack that injured Trump. Modi, recalling Texas (2019) and Ahmedabad (2020) events, stressed non-violence. A bystander died, two were injured, shooter neutralized by Secret Service. Modi wished Trump well, showed concern for the deceased's family. Biden denounced the violence. Modi and Trump may strengthen ties if Trump is re-elected.
When Baba Vanga predicted Donald Trump's life would be in danger
A recent shooting at a Donald Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where the former US president was grazed by a bullet, has brought renewed attention to Baba Vanga's chilling prediction about Trump's life being in danger. The 20-year-old shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by security, while one attendee died and two others were injured. Baba Vanga, a blind Bulgarian mystic, had foretold that both Trump and Vladimir Putin would face significant threats to their lives.
Donald Trump injured but safe after apparent assassination bid at campaign rally
Former US president Donald Trump was deemed "safe" after being rushed off stage when gunshots were fired at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. This shocking incident has heightened tensions in the run-up to the 2024 election. As the gunshots rang out, the 78-year-old Trump grimaced and clutched a hand to his right ear. Blood soon became visible across his face.
Barron Trump’s first public appearance in his father’s election rally; Donald Trump refers to him as a “special guy”
Donald Trump’s youngest son Barron Trump made his first public appearance in an election rally of his father. He received the loudest round of applause from the audience and Trump was seen praising him.
Biden dismisses age questions in interview as he tries to salvage reelection effort
President Joe Biden, facing questions about his fitness for re-election, rejected calls for an independent medical evaluation during a pivotal TV interview. He acknowledged his debate missteps, attributing them to distractions from former President Donald Trump. Despite criticisms and internal party tensions, Biden affirmed his readiness to serve another term, emphasizing his daily cognitive challenges and ongoing medical assessments. As Democratic anxieties simmer, discussions about Biden's candidacy persist within the party, underscoring concerns about age and electability heading into the crucial 2024 election season.
Rahul, Priyanka notch up 107 and 108 rallies, roadshows respectively as Lok Sabha poll campaign ends
Priyanka Gandhi also ran a spirited campaign by taking part in 108 public meetings and roadshows, they said, adding that she also gave more than 100 media bytes, one TV interview and five print interviews during her marathon election campaign. Priyanka Gandhi camped in Rae Bareli and spearheaded the party's campaign there and in adjacent Amethi for about two weeks.
PM Modi notches up over 200 rallies, roadshows as Lok Sabha poll campaign ends
Prime Minister Narendra Modi ended his whirlwind Lok Sabha poll campaign with a rally in Punjab's Hoshiarpur on Thursday, closing out his electioneering the way he began -- by focussing on a region where he has invested heavily over the years for the BJP to make a mark outside its strongholds. Modi notched up a total of 206 public-outreach programmes, including rallies and roadshows, since the Election Commission (EC) announced the poll schedule on March 16.
West Bengal: BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari urges women to blow conch shells if they see suspicious activities
Adhikari also warned TMC officials against violating Election Commission guidelines, citing repercussions similar to those faced by incarcerated TMC leader Shahjahan Sheikh.
PM Modi alleges Naveen Patnaik 'health failing, there is conspiracy'; CM strongly rebuts claims
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik, who have had cordial relations for years, sparred with each other on Wednesday after the PM claimed that the latter's health has "deteriorated" and there could be a "conspiracy behind it".
From helicopter fuel drama to opposition's extra efforts: Highlights from the campaign trail
From Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's helicopter running out of fuel on Saturday to opposition candidates going the extra mile for due diligence, here are the top moments from the poll rallies.
Third Eye: Missing from scene during polls, on 'educational' campaign trail and, enter 'tana tana tan' and 'safachat safachat'
Jharkhand BJP issued a show cause notice to Hazaribagh MP Jayant Sinha for not campaigning or voting. Sinha, denied a party ticket, explained he voted via postal ballot.
Varun Gandhi addresses his first poll rally in UP's Sultanpur, mother Maneka's battlefield
Maneka Gandhi, supported by Varun Gandhi, is contesting against Ram Bahadur Nishad and Uday Raj Verma in Sultanpur during the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. Varun's active campaigning is expected to benefit their electoral prospects.
"Sinhasan khali karo...": Priyanka Gandhi exudes confidence after massive crowd at INDIA rally in Prayagraj
Priyanka Gandhi expressed confidence in INDIA bloc winning Lok Sabha elections after a massive rally in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh with Congress and Samajwadi Party supporters. Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav faced a stampede-like situation at a public meeting in Phulpur constituency.
LS polls: PM Modi's campaign in Punjab to begin on May 23, first rally in Patiala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will start his poll campaign in Punjab with his first rally in Patiala on Thursday, according to state BJP secretary. Punjab BJP general secretary Rakesh Rathour on Sunday said the prime minister will address three public rallies in the state on May 23 and May 24.
Savarkar is not election issue, Modi tried to polarise voters, says Pawar
Modi, in his speech on Friday, dared Pawar to make Congress leader Rahul Gandhi promise that he would not criticise the late freedom fighter and Hindutva ideologue ever again. "Savarkar is not an election issue, and Rahul has not spoken about him (lately). But Modi's speech was divisive and meant to instigate, polarise. I have never seen such a prime minister," Pawar said.
Third Eye: Himalayan connect, Sound over the system, and Pinning her slippers
Congress veteran Anand Sharma, who is contesting from Kangra parliamentary constituency, is surprising many within the state unit. The local leaders were skeptical whether Sharma would be able to connect with the masses as he was contesting his first Lok Sabha election. Campaigning tirelessly, Sharma is using the local dialect every time he is addressing meetings. This is quite a feat in a state where they say cuisine and dialect changes every 10 km.
Ensure protection of journalists covering polls: Editors Guild to EC
The guild also urged the commission to instruct all officers and personnel on election duty to be vigilant and take appropriate steps to ensure that journalists can freely report on this most important of all democratic exercises.
Third Eye: Padding up for Varanasi contest
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is following almost the same campaign schedule in these Lok Sabha elections that he did a decade ago in 2014, when he addressed four to five rallies everyday. After asomewhat slow start in this round, Modi has picked up pace and is holding three rallies and a roadshow virtually everyday. He took a break on May 9 which came as a surprise to many. Leaders from other parties who are younger in age still have a less hectic schedule.
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