Several universities are issuing warnings to international students to return to campus before President-elect Donald Trump retakes the presidency over concerns about travel restrictions.

During his first term, Trump enacted various restrictions and travel bans to countries that were deemed threats to the United States, including Libya, Iran, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, North Korea, and Venezuela. Several schools, such as Northeastern University, have warned foreign students to arrive back on campus prior to Trump’s swearing-in on Jan. 20 to avoid being prevented from returning.

“We are encouraging members of the Northeastern community to be proactive with international travel plans during the upcoming months,” the school said.

“To minimize potential disruption to your studies, work, or research, we strongly recommend returning to the U.S. no later than January 6, 2025, the start of Northeastern’s Winter/Spring academic term. This will allow you to be present on campus before possible restrictions take effect,” the November announcement continued.

Other schools that have issued similar warnings include Harvard, Cornell, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Massachusetts.

“Assess your travel plans over the Winter Break,” the MIT message said. “As mentioned, the new administration will be sworn in on January 20, 2025, and new Executive Orders that may impact travel and visa processing may be implemented on or after that date.”

Most universities are currently in their winter recess until the first few weeks of January, just before the new administration takes office. Trump has not made any announcements about impacts to international students since winning the election, but he did say during a 2023 rally that he would reinstate the previous travel ban and also revoke student visas of “radical anti-American and antisemitic foreigners.”

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The universities that have issued messages tend to be more left-liberal institutions and have also insisted that the warnings are precautionary. In the UMass message to students and faculty, the school specifically warns that the advice to return prior to Jan. 20 is “not a requirement or mandate from UMass, nor is it based on any current U.S. government policy or recommendation.”

Trump’s changes to policy can begin shortly after noon on Jan. 20, after he is sworn in. A president will typically sign several executive orders into law shortly after taking office.

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Several universities are issuing warnings to international students to return to campus before President-elect Donald Trump retakes the presidency over concerns about travel restrictions.

During his first term, Trump enacted various restrictions and travel bans to countries that were deemed threats to the United States, including Libya, Iran, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, North Korea, and Venezuela. Several schools, such as Northeastern University, have warned foreign students to arrive back on campus prior to Trump’s swearing-in on Jan. 20 to avoid being prevented from returning.

“We are encouraging members of the Northeastern community to be proactive with international travel plans during the upcoming months,” the school said.

“To minimize potential disruption to your studies, work, or research, we strongly recommend returning to the U.S. no later than January 6, 2025, the start of Northeastern’s Winter/Spring academic term. This will allow you to be present on campus before possible restrictions take effect,” the November announcement continued.

Other schools that have issued similar warnings include Harvard, Cornell, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Massachusetts.

“Assess your travel plans over the Winter Break,” the MIT message said. “As mentioned, the new administration will be sworn in on January 20, 2025, and new Executive Orders that may impact travel and visa processing may be implemented on or after that date.”

Most universities are currently in their winter recess until the first few weeks of January, just before the new administration takes office. Trump has not made any announcements about impacts to international students since winning the election, but he did say during a 2023 rally that he would reinstate the previous travel ban and also revoke student visas of “radical anti-American and antisemitic foreigners.”

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The universities that have issued messages tend to be more left-liberal institutions and have also insisted that the warnings are precautionary. In the UMass message to students and faculty, the school specifically warns that the advice to return prior to Jan. 20 is “not a requirement or mandate from UMass, nor is it based on any current U.S. government policy or recommendation.”

Trump’s changes to policy can begin shortly after noon on Jan. 20, after he is sworn in. A president will typically sign several executive orders into law shortly after taking office.

, Several universities are issuing warnings to international students to return to campus before President-elect Donald Trump retakes the presidency over concerns about travel restrictions. During his first term, Trump enacted various restrictions and travel bans to countries that were deemed threats to the United States, including Libya, Iran, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, North Korea, and Venezuela. Several schools, such as Northeastern University, have warned foreign students to arrive back on campus prior to Trump’s swearing-in on Jan. 20 to avoid being prevented from returning. “We are encouraging members of the Northeastern community to be proactive with international travel plans during the upcoming months,” the school said. “To minimize potential disruption to your studies, work, or research, we strongly recommend returning to the U.S. no later than January 6, 2025, the start of Northeastern’s Winter/Spring academic term. This will allow you to be present on campus before possible restrictions take effect,” the November announcement continued. Other schools that have issued similar warnings include Harvard, Cornell, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Massachusetts. “Assess your travel plans over the Winter Break,” the MIT message said. “As mentioned, the new administration will be sworn in on January 20, 2025, and new Executive Orders that may impact travel and visa processing may be implemented on or after that date.” Most universities are currently in their winter recess until the first few weeks of January, just before the new administration takes office. Trump has not made any announcements about impacts to international students since winning the election, but he did say during a 2023 rally that he would reinstate the previous travel ban and also revoke student visas of “radical anti-American and antisemitic foreigners.” CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER The universities that have issued messages tend to be more left-liberal institutions and have also insisted that the warnings are precautionary. In the UMass message to students and faculty, the school specifically warns that the advice to return prior to Jan. 20 is “not a requirement or mandate from UMass, nor is it based on any current U.S. government policy or recommendation.” Trump’s changes to policy can begin shortly after noon on Jan. 20, after he is sworn in. A president will typically sign several executive orders into law shortly after taking office., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/colleges-travel-warning-trump.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attempted to get in contact with Vice President Kamala Harris‘s campaign for a discussion about a position in her future Cabinet a month after he met with former President Donald Trump about the topic.

The offer from the Kennedy campaign would have been a job in a Harris administration in exchange for him endorsing her, but the Harris team has shown no interest in meeting with Kennedy, according to the Washington Post.

“From the beginning of this campaign, we were saying people should be talking to each other,” Kennedy told the Washington Post on Wednesday. “That is the only way of unifying the country.”

He also said he hopes Harris’s team will change its mind, saying he thinks it could be a boost to her campaign.

“I think it is a strategic mistake for them. That’s my perspective,” Kennedy said. “I think they ought to be looking at every opportunity. I think it is going to be a very close race.”

On Thursday morning, Kennedy pushed back on claims he would endorse Harris in a lengthy post on X. He claimed that “VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values.”

VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values.

The Democratic Party of RFK and JFK was the party of civil liberties and free speech. VP Harris‘s is the party of censorship, lockdowns, and medical coercion.…

— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 15, 2024

“I’ve spent years battling government corruption and lies. VP Harris spent years gaslighting Americans about the health of our Commander in Chief. I have no plans to endorse Kamala Harris for President. I do have a plan to defeat her,” Kennedy said in the post.

Trump and Kennedy met in July during the Republican National Convention, in which the independent presidential candidate offered to endorse Trump in exchange for a position in his administration, should the former president win in November. The talks reportedly did not result in any deal between the two presidential candidates.

Kennedy made the pitch that he would be a strong Democratic contender to Trump when President Joe Biden was the presumptive Democratic nominee. As Biden fell in the polls following a disastrous debate in June, Kennedy said he could be a replacement for the president. Kennedy challenged Biden in the Democratic primary before deciding to run as an independent.

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In a five-way matchup featuring Harris, Trump, Kennedy, Green Party candidate Jill Stein, and independent candidate Cornel West, Kennedy is only garnering 5.5%, according to the Real Clear Politics polling average. Earlier this year, when Biden was in the race, Kennedy had multiple polls show him at double digits percentage-wise.

As Kennedy continues his independent bid for the White House, he has run into trouble with ballot access, as he was rejected from the New York ballot earlier this week.

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Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attempted to get in contact with Vice President Kamala Harris‘s campaign for a discussion about a position in her future Cabinet a month after he met with former President Donald Trump about the topic.

The offer from the Kennedy campaign would have been a job in a Harris administration in exchange for him endorsing her, but the Harris team has shown no interest in meeting with Kennedy, according to the Washington Post.

“From the beginning of this campaign, we were saying people should be talking to each other,” Kennedy told the Washington Post on Wednesday. “That is the only way of unifying the country.”

He also said he hopes Harris’s team will change its mind, saying he thinks it could be a boost to her campaign.

“I think it is a strategic mistake for them. That’s my perspective,” Kennedy said. “I think they ought to be looking at every opportunity. I think it is going to be a very close race.”

On Thursday morning, Kennedy pushed back on claims he would endorse Harris in a lengthy post on X. He claimed that “VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values.”

VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values.

The Democratic Party of RFK and JFK was the party of civil liberties and free speech. VP Harris‘s is the party of censorship, lockdowns, and medical coercion.…

— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 15, 2024

“I’ve spent years battling government corruption and lies. VP Harris spent years gaslighting Americans about the health of our Commander in Chief. I have no plans to endorse Kamala Harris for President. I do have a plan to defeat her,” Kennedy said in the post.

Trump and Kennedy met in July during the Republican National Convention, in which the independent presidential candidate offered to endorse Trump in exchange for a position in his administration, should the former president win in November. The talks reportedly did not result in any deal between the two presidential candidates.

Kennedy made the pitch that he would be a strong Democratic contender to Trump when President Joe Biden was the presumptive Democratic nominee. As Biden fell in the polls following a disastrous debate in June, Kennedy said he could be a replacement for the president. Kennedy challenged Biden in the Democratic primary before deciding to run as an independent.

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In a five-way matchup featuring Harris, Trump, Kennedy, Green Party candidate Jill Stein, and independent candidate Cornel West, Kennedy is only garnering 5.5%, according to the Real Clear Politics polling average. Earlier this year, when Biden was in the race, Kennedy had multiple polls show him at double digits percentage-wise.

As Kennedy continues his independent bid for the White House, he has run into trouble with ballot access, as he was rejected from the New York ballot earlier this week.

, Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attempted to get in contact with Vice President Kamala Harris‘s campaign for a discussion about a position in her future Cabinet a month after he met with former President Donald Trump about the topic. The offer from the Kennedy campaign would have been a job in a Harris administration in exchange for him endorsing her, but the Harris team has shown no interest in meeting with Kennedy, according to the Washington Post. “From the beginning of this campaign, we were saying people should be talking to each other,” Kennedy told the Washington Post on Wednesday. “That is the only way of unifying the country.” He also said he hopes Harris’s team will change its mind, saying he thinks it could be a boost to her campaign. “I think it is a strategic mistake for them. That’s my perspective,” Kennedy said. “I think they ought to be looking at every opportunity. I think it is going to be a very close race.” On Thursday morning, Kennedy pushed back on claims he would endorse Harris in a lengthy post on X. He claimed that “VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values.” VP Harris’s Democratic Party would be unrecognizable to my father and uncle and I cannot reconcile it with my values. The Democratic Party of RFK and JFK was the party of civil liberties and free speech. VP Harris‘s is the party of censorship, lockdowns, and medical coercion.…— Robert F. Kennedy Jr (@RobertKennedyJr) August 15, 2024 “I’ve spent years battling government corruption and lies. VP Harris spent years gaslighting Americans about the health of our Commander in Chief. I have no plans to endorse Kamala Harris for President. I do have a plan to defeat her,” Kennedy said in the post. Trump and Kennedy met in July during the Republican National Convention, in which the independent presidential candidate offered to endorse Trump in exchange for a position in his administration, should the former president win in November. The talks reportedly did not result in any deal between the two presidential candidates. Kennedy made the pitch that he would be a strong Democratic contender to Trump when President Joe Biden was the presumptive Democratic nominee. As Biden fell in the polls following a disastrous debate in June, Kennedy said he could be a replacement for the president. Kennedy challenged Biden in the Democratic primary before deciding to run as an independent. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER In a five-way matchup featuring Harris, Trump, Kennedy, Green Party candidate Jill Stein, and independent candidate Cornel West, Kennedy is only garnering 5.5%, according to the Real Clear Politics polling average. Earlier this year, when Biden was in the race, Kennedy had multiple polls show him at double digits percentage-wise. As Kennedy continues his independent bid for the White House, he has run into trouble with ballot access, as he was rejected from the New York ballot earlier this week., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/rfk-jr-harris-proposed-meeting.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

The Democratic Party‘s state legislature campaign wing announced Wednesday that it’s adding a special election for a Minnesota state Senate seat to its target list as it aims to maintain the state’s Democratic trifecta.

The Minnesota state Senate seat for the state’s 45th District will be contested in November after former Democratic state Sen. Kelly Morrison resigned from the seat to focus on her bid to replace Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) in Congress. The race for Morrison’s former seat will be the only state Senate seat contested this year, but it will decide control of the chamber — which Democrats flipped in 2022.

The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee is already working to defend the Democratic majority in the state House. However, it announced Wednesday that it would also be prioritizing keeping control of the state Senate.

“Defending the Democratic trifecta in Minnesota is a top priority for the DLCC this cycle, and this special Senate election is a must-win to ensure Democrats can continue building a brighter future for the state,” DLCC President Heather Williams said in a statement.

The DLCC is boosting former Democratic state Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart, who is running to succeed Morrison, as a “spotlight candidate” over her Republican opponent Kathleen Fowke.

The state Senate seat for the 45th District was won by Morrison 56.27%-43.67%, with roughly 6,000 votes separating the two.

While Republicans have not yet targeted the lone state Senate seat up in November, the GOP’s state legislative campaign wing has said it is targeting the state House as an opportunity to flip.

The Republican State Leadership Committee announced earlier this summer that it would pour another $38 million into the battles to flip and hold state legislatures, including in its bid to flip the Minnesota House.

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The RSLC has also taken aim at another part of the Democratic trifecta in Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN). Walz was selected to be Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate earlier this month, and the RSLC said Harris’s “push for a radical agenda has become even more evident” with her selection of Walz.

Voters in the North Star State will decide control of both the state Senate and House on Nov. 5, in addition to Congressional and presidential races.

2024-08-14 18:17:00, http://s.wordpress.com/mshots/v1/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonexaminer.com%2Fnews%2Fcampaigns%2Fstate%2F3121252%2Fdemocrats-intent-keeping-minnesota-trifecta-adding-state-senate-seat-target%2F?w=600&h=450, The Democratic Party‘s state legislature campaign wing announced Wednesday that it’s adding a special election for a Minnesota state Senate seat to its target list as it aims to maintain the state’s Democratic trifecta. The Minnesota state Senate seat for the state’s 45th District will be contested in November after former Democratic state Sen. Kelly,

The Democratic Party‘s state legislature campaign wing announced Wednesday that it’s adding a special election for a Minnesota state Senate seat to its target list as it aims to maintain the state’s Democratic trifecta.

The Minnesota state Senate seat for the state’s 45th District will be contested in November after former Democratic state Sen. Kelly Morrison resigned from the seat to focus on her bid to replace Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) in Congress. The race for Morrison’s former seat will be the only state Senate seat contested this year, but it will decide control of the chamber — which Democrats flipped in 2022.

The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee is already working to defend the Democratic majority in the state House. However, it announced Wednesday that it would also be prioritizing keeping control of the state Senate.

“Defending the Democratic trifecta in Minnesota is a top priority for the DLCC this cycle, and this special Senate election is a must-win to ensure Democrats can continue building a brighter future for the state,” DLCC President Heather Williams said in a statement.

The DLCC is boosting former Democratic state Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart, who is running to succeed Morrison, as a “spotlight candidate” over her Republican opponent Kathleen Fowke.

The state Senate seat for the 45th District was won by Morrison 56.27%-43.67%, with roughly 6,000 votes separating the two.

While Republicans have not yet targeted the lone state Senate seat up in November, the GOP’s state legislative campaign wing has said it is targeting the state House as an opportunity to flip.

The Republican State Leadership Committee announced earlier this summer that it would pour another $38 million into the battles to flip and hold state legislatures, including in its bid to flip the Minnesota House.

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The RSLC has also taken aim at another part of the Democratic trifecta in Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN). Walz was selected to be Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate earlier this month, and the RSLC said Harris’s “push for a radical agenda has become even more evident” with her selection of Walz.

Voters in the North Star State will decide control of both the state Senate and House on Nov. 5, in addition to Congressional and presidential races.

, The Democratic Party‘s state legislature campaign wing announced Wednesday that it’s adding a special election for a Minnesota state Senate seat to its target list as it aims to maintain the state’s Democratic trifecta. The Minnesota state Senate seat for the state’s 45th District will be contested in November after former Democratic state Sen. Kelly Morrison resigned from the seat to focus on her bid to replace Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) in Congress. The race for Morrison’s former seat will be the only state Senate seat contested this year, but it will decide control of the chamber — which Democrats flipped in 2022. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee is already working to defend the Democratic majority in the state House. However, it announced Wednesday that it would also be prioritizing keeping control of the state Senate. “Defending the Democratic trifecta in Minnesota is a top priority for the DLCC this cycle, and this special Senate election is a must-win to ensure Democrats can continue building a brighter future for the state,” DLCC President Heather Williams said in a statement. The DLCC is boosting former Democratic state Sen. Ann Johnson Stewart, who is running to succeed Morrison, as a “spotlight candidate” over her Republican opponent Kathleen Fowke. The state Senate seat for the 45th District was won by Morrison 56.27%-43.67%, with roughly 6,000 votes separating the two. While Republicans have not yet targeted the lone state Senate seat up in November, the GOP’s state legislative campaign wing has said it is targeting the state House as an opportunity to flip. The Republican State Leadership Committee announced earlier this summer that it would pour another $38 million into the battles to flip and hold state legislatures, including in its bid to flip the Minnesota House. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER The RSLC has also taken aim at another part of the Democratic trifecta in Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN). Walz was selected to be Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate earlier this month, and the RSLC said Harris’s “push for a radical agenda has become even more evident” with her selection of Walz. Voters in the North Star State will decide control of both the state Senate and House on Nov. 5, in addition to Congressional and presidential races., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/demcoratic-party-minnesota-state-senate.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is calling on school districts in the Golden State to ban the use of cellphones in class as he works to push the legislature to enact the policy statewide.

Newsom sent a letter on Tuesday to all school districts in California calling for them to adopt the policy, noting that current law enables them to take this action as students return to class within the next month.

“As I work with the Legislature to further limit student smartphone use on campus, there is no reason for schools to wait. In 2019, I signed AB 272 (Muratsuchi) into law, which grants school districts the authority to regulate the use of smartphones during school hours,” Newsom wrote.

“This legislation was a crucial step in our efforts to minimize distractions and foster a more conducive environment for our students to learn,” he added. “It is imperative that school districts take full advantage of this law to address the growing concerns surrounding student well-being and academic performance.”

The California governor noted actions taken by the Los Angeles Unified School District to ban the use of cellphones during class beginning in January 2025, along with other schools and districts, but he urged “every school district to act now to restrict smartphone use on campus as we begin the new academic year.”

“Every classroom should be a place of focus, learning, and growth,” Newsom wrote. “Working together, educators, administrators, and parents can create an environment where students are fully engaged in their education, free from the distractions on the phones and pressures of social media.”

The plea comes months after Newsom announced he would work with the state legislature to limit cellphone usage in schools. He has cited data from the Pew Research Center that shows 72% of high school teachers found cellphone distractions a major problem, along with the surgeon general’s warning on the matter.

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Several other states have taken the lead in banning cellphones in schools, including Florida and Indiana. The Florida bill was signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in May 2023.

Another state looking to restrict cellphone usage by students in school is Virginia, where Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) issued an executive order last month that would ban cellphones from classrooms but leave specific policies to school districts.

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Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is calling on school districts in the Golden State to ban the use of cellphones in class as he works to push the legislature to enact the policy statewide.

Newsom sent a letter on Tuesday to all school districts in California calling for them to adopt the policy, noting that current law enables them to take this action as students return to class within the next month.

“As I work with the Legislature to further limit student smartphone use on campus, there is no reason for schools to wait. In 2019, I signed AB 272 (Muratsuchi) into law, which grants school districts the authority to regulate the use of smartphones during school hours,” Newsom wrote.

“This legislation was a crucial step in our efforts to minimize distractions and foster a more conducive environment for our students to learn,” he added. “It is imperative that school districts take full advantage of this law to address the growing concerns surrounding student well-being and academic performance.”

The California governor noted actions taken by the Los Angeles Unified School District to ban the use of cellphones during class beginning in January 2025, along with other schools and districts, but he urged “every school district to act now to restrict smartphone use on campus as we begin the new academic year.”

“Every classroom should be a place of focus, learning, and growth,” Newsom wrote. “Working together, educators, administrators, and parents can create an environment where students are fully engaged in their education, free from the distractions on the phones and pressures of social media.”

The plea comes months after Newsom announced he would work with the state legislature to limit cellphone usage in schools. He has cited data from the Pew Research Center that shows 72% of high school teachers found cellphone distractions a major problem, along with the surgeon general’s warning on the matter.

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Several other states have taken the lead in banning cellphones in schools, including Florida and Indiana. The Florida bill was signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in May 2023.

Another state looking to restrict cellphone usage by students in school is Virginia, where Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) issued an executive order last month that would ban cellphones from classrooms but leave specific policies to school districts.

, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is calling on school districts in the Golden State to ban the use of cellphones in class as he works to push the legislature to enact the policy statewide. Newsom sent a letter on Tuesday to all school districts in California calling for them to adopt the policy, noting that current law enables them to take this action as students return to class within the next month. “As I work with the Legislature to further limit student smartphone use on campus, there is no reason for schools to wait. In 2019, I signed AB 272 (Muratsuchi) into law, which grants school districts the authority to regulate the use of smartphones during school hours,” Newsom wrote. “This legislation was a crucial step in our efforts to minimize distractions and foster a more conducive environment for our students to learn,” he added. “It is imperative that school districts take full advantage of this law to address the growing concerns surrounding student well-being and academic performance.” The California governor noted actions taken by the Los Angeles Unified School District to ban the use of cellphones during class beginning in January 2025, along with other schools and districts, but he urged “every school district to act now to restrict smartphone use on campus as we begin the new academic year.” “Every classroom should be a place of focus, learning, and growth,” Newsom wrote. “Working together, educators, administrators, and parents can create an environment where students are fully engaged in their education, free from the distractions on the phones and pressures of social media.” The plea comes months after Newsom announced he would work with the state legislature to limit cellphone usage in schools. He has cited data from the Pew Research Center that shows 72% of high school teachers found cellphone distractions a major problem, along with the surgeon general’s warning on the matter. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Several other states have taken the lead in banning cellphones in schools, including Florida and Indiana. The Florida bill was signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) in May 2023. Another state looking to restrict cellphone usage by students in school is Virginia, where Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) issued an executive order last month that would ban cellphones from classrooms but leave specific policies to school districts., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/newsom-California-phone-ban-schools.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is holding a press briefing as President Joe Biden returns to the White House after spending time in Delaware.

The press briefing is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT.

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Biden is expected to speak at next week’s Democratic National Convention, which will happen one month after he dropped out of the presidential race.

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White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is holding a press briefing as President Joe Biden returns to the White House after spending time in Delaware.

The press briefing is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT.

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Biden is expected to speak at next week’s Democratic National Convention, which will happen one month after he dropped out of the presidential race.

, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is holding a press briefing as President Joe Biden returns to the White House after spending time in Delaware. The press briefing is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. EDT. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Biden is expected to speak at next week’s Democratic National Convention, which will happen one month after he dropped out of the presidential race., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/white-house-press-briefing-aug-12.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

The Major Cities Chiefs Association released a report last week showing violent crime in most major cities has dropped overall year to year, even as crime remains a top concern.

The report, compiling crime statistics from the police departments of 69 major counties and cities from Jan. 1 through June 30, showed a roughly 6% drop in violent crime. The report examined statistics for homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Homicide is down roughly 17% year to year, while rape is down roughly 10%, robbery is down 6%, and aggravated assault is down roughly 5% during that same time period.

The report did not include data from the New York City Police Department, and data from the San Jose Police Department were only from January through May.

While recorded crimes are down overall, it is unknown if the drop is due to fewer crimes being reported or fewer crimes being committed. A January 2024 survey from Pew Research showed that 58% say that crime should be a top priority for Congress and the president to solve, up from 47% in 2021.

In Washington, D.C., crime levels surged in 2023 but appear to be cooling off. The report showed that three of the four categories of violent crime saw decreases through the first six months of the year, with the exception of rape, which was up nearly 7%. Crime statistics posted by the Metropolitan Police Department through Aug. 9 now show all four categories with a decrease year to year, for an overall decrease in violent crime of 35%.

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President Joe Biden celebrated the report in a statement over the weekend, arguing that “Americans are safer today than when Vice President [Kamala] Harris and I took office.”

While crime statistics are down year over year, the Major Cities Chiefs Association did note that many figures are above pre-pandemic levels. The group said homicides are still up nearly 4% and that aggravated assaults are up more than 16%.

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The Major Cities Chiefs Association released a report last week showing violent crime in most major cities has dropped overall year to year, even as crime remains a top concern.

The report, compiling crime statistics from the police departments of 69 major counties and cities from Jan. 1 through June 30, showed a roughly 6% drop in violent crime. The report examined statistics for homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Homicide is down roughly 17% year to year, while rape is down roughly 10%, robbery is down 6%, and aggravated assault is down roughly 5% during that same time period.

The report did not include data from the New York City Police Department, and data from the San Jose Police Department were only from January through May.

While recorded crimes are down overall, it is unknown if the drop is due to fewer crimes being reported or fewer crimes being committed. A January 2024 survey from Pew Research showed that 58% say that crime should be a top priority for Congress and the president to solve, up from 47% in 2021.

In Washington, D.C., crime levels surged in 2023 but appear to be cooling off. The report showed that three of the four categories of violent crime saw decreases through the first six months of the year, with the exception of rape, which was up nearly 7%. Crime statistics posted by the Metropolitan Police Department through Aug. 9 now show all four categories with a decrease year to year, for an overall decrease in violent crime of 35%.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER

President Joe Biden celebrated the report in a statement over the weekend, arguing that “Americans are safer today than when Vice President [Kamala] Harris and I took office.”

While crime statistics are down year over year, the Major Cities Chiefs Association did note that many figures are above pre-pandemic levels. The group said homicides are still up nearly 4% and that aggravated assaults are up more than 16%.

, The Major Cities Chiefs Association released a report last week showing violent crime in most major cities has dropped overall year to year, even as crime remains a top concern. The report, compiling crime statistics from the police departments of 69 major counties and cities from Jan. 1 through June 30, showed a roughly 6% drop in violent crime. The report examined statistics for homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. Homicide is down roughly 17% year to year, while rape is down roughly 10%, robbery is down 6%, and aggravated assault is down roughly 5% during that same time period. The report did not include data from the New York City Police Department, and data from the San Jose Police Department were only from January through May. While recorded crimes are down overall, it is unknown if the drop is due to fewer crimes being reported or fewer crimes being committed. A January 2024 survey from Pew Research showed that 58% say that crime should be a top priority for Congress and the president to solve, up from 47% in 2021. In Washington, D.C., crime levels surged in 2023 but appear to be cooling off. The report showed that three of the four categories of violent crime saw decreases through the first six months of the year, with the exception of rape, which was up nearly 7%. Crime statistics posted by the Metropolitan Police Department through Aug. 9 now show all four categories with a decrease year to year, for an overall decrease in violent crime of 35%. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER President Joe Biden celebrated the report in a statement over the weekend, arguing that “Americans are safer today than when Vice President [Kamala] Harris and I took office.” While crime statistics are down year over year, the Major Cities Chiefs Association did note that many figures are above pre-pandemic levels. The group said homicides are still up nearly 4% and that aggravated assaults are up more than 16%., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/dc-police-car.jpg.optimal.jpg, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

Republicans have been pushing during the 2024 election to get their voters to use early and mail-in voting, after years of urging against the methods, and it appears their efforts may be turning the tide.

Former President Donald Trump led the chorus of skeptics in the GOP regarding early and mail-in ballots in the 2020 election, renewing those calls in the 2022 elections. Republican losses in both of those elections were partly blamed on the GOP voters not utilizing early voting methods, as the Democratic Party had.

Arizona has been one of the top states where Republicans had expressed skepticism over early voting, but now Republican candidates and GOP aligned groups have attempted to boost GOP early voting turnout. The results from July’s GOP primary show progress.

Republicans entered the final days of the early voting period with a significant lead in turnout after the emphasis on early options to cast a ballot. Comparing the marquee Republican primary races in the past two cycles, the 2022 gubernatorial race and the 2024 Senate race, there is an uptick in the share of early votes compared to polling place votes between the two years.

In the 2022 GOP gubernatorial primary, roughly 79.82% of those voting used early voting methods compared to 83.67% of voters using early ballots in the 2024 Republican Senate primary.

When looking at the voters in both primaries who cast ballots for Kari Lake, who has mirrored Trump’s views on several matters including voter fraud claims and early voting, there was a more notable uptick in how many of her voters used early voting. In 2022, 73.38% of her voters cast their ballots early, compared to 81.14% of her voters who did so in the 2024 primary.

While the uptick is encouraging for Republicans in Arizona, the general election on Nov. 5, will be the true test of whether the GOP’s efforts have worked.

The Republican National Committee launched the “Bank Your Vote” initiative in June 2023, attempting to reassure voters that by using one of the early methods, their vote is secure and safe – just like voting in person on Election Day.

The first test for the GOP’s early voting push came in the 2023 Virginia state legislative elections, where Republicans wanted to win control of both chambers in an uphill fight due to redistricting. While the GOP narrowly failed to win control of either chamber, the seemingly successful push to get Republican voters comfortable with using early voting methods was one bright spot of the off-year election.

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Trump, who still expresses his concerns over early voting from time to time, has largely gotten on board with the GOP’s early voting push.

The RNC and Trump have encouraged Republican voters to “swamp the vote,” contending that they should make it “too big to rig” — a reference to Trump’s continued allegations of voter fraud pushed by Democrats in previous elections. There has been no evidence suggesting voter fraud affected the results of races that Trump has made allegations about, including the 2020 presidential election.

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Republicans have been pushing during the 2024 election to get their voters to use early and mail-in voting, after years of urging against the methods, and it appears their efforts may be turning the tide.

Former President Donald Trump led the chorus of skeptics in the GOP regarding early and mail-in ballots in the 2020 election, renewing those calls in the 2022 elections. Republican losses in both of those elections were partly blamed on the GOP voters not utilizing early voting methods, as the Democratic Party had.

Arizona has been one of the top states where Republicans had expressed skepticism over early voting, but now Republican candidates and GOP aligned groups have attempted to boost GOP early voting turnout. The results from July’s GOP primary show progress.

Republicans entered the final days of the early voting period with a significant lead in turnout after the emphasis on early options to cast a ballot. Comparing the marquee Republican primary races in the past two cycles, the 2022 gubernatorial race and the 2024 Senate race, there is an uptick in the share of early votes compared to polling place votes between the two years.

In the 2022 GOP gubernatorial primary, roughly 79.82% of those voting used early voting methods compared to 83.67% of voters using early ballots in the 2024 Republican Senate primary.

When looking at the voters in both primaries who cast ballots for Kari Lake, who has mirrored Trump’s views on several matters including voter fraud claims and early voting, there was a more notable uptick in how many of her voters used early voting. In 2022, 73.38% of her voters cast their ballots early, compared to 81.14% of her voters who did so in the 2024 primary.

While the uptick is encouraging for Republicans in Arizona, the general election on Nov. 5, will be the true test of whether the GOP’s efforts have worked.

The Republican National Committee launched the “Bank Your Vote” initiative in June 2023, attempting to reassure voters that by using one of the early methods, their vote is secure and safe – just like voting in person on Election Day.

The first test for the GOP’s early voting push came in the 2023 Virginia state legislative elections, where Republicans wanted to win control of both chambers in an uphill fight due to redistricting. While the GOP narrowly failed to win control of either chamber, the seemingly successful push to get Republican voters comfortable with using early voting methods was one bright spot of the off-year election.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER

Trump, who still expresses his concerns over early voting from time to time, has largely gotten on board with the GOP’s early voting push.

The RNC and Trump have encouraged Republican voters to “swamp the vote,” contending that they should make it “too big to rig” — a reference to Trump’s continued allegations of voter fraud pushed by Democrats in previous elections. There has been no evidence suggesting voter fraud affected the results of races that Trump has made allegations about, including the 2020 presidential election.

, Republicans have been pushing during the 2024 election to get their voters to use early and mail-in voting, after years of urging against the methods, and it appears their efforts may be turning the tide. Former President Donald Trump led the chorus of skeptics in the GOP regarding early and mail-in ballots in the 2020 election, renewing those calls in the 2022 elections. Republican losses in both of those elections were partly blamed on the GOP voters not utilizing early voting methods, as the Democratic Party had. Arizona has been one of the top states where Republicans had expressed skepticism over early voting, but now Republican candidates and GOP aligned groups have attempted to boost GOP early voting turnout. The results from July’s GOP primary show progress. Republicans entered the final days of the early voting period with a significant lead in turnout after the emphasis on early options to cast a ballot. Comparing the marquee Republican primary races in the past two cycles, the 2022 gubernatorial race and the 2024 Senate race, there is an uptick in the share of early votes compared to polling place votes between the two years. In the 2022 GOP gubernatorial primary, roughly 79.82% of those voting used early voting methods compared to 83.67% of voters using early ballots in the 2024 Republican Senate primary. When looking at the voters in both primaries who cast ballots for Kari Lake, who has mirrored Trump’s views on several matters including voter fraud claims and early voting, there was a more notable uptick in how many of her voters used early voting. In 2022, 73.38% of her voters cast their ballots early, compared to 81.14% of her voters who did so in the 2024 primary. While the uptick is encouraging for Republicans in Arizona, the general election on Nov. 5, will be the true test of whether the GOP’s efforts have worked. The Republican National Committee launched the “Bank Your Vote” initiative in June 2023, attempting to reassure voters that by using one of the early methods, their vote is secure and safe – just like voting in person on Election Day. The first test for the GOP’s early voting push came in the 2023 Virginia state legislative elections, where Republicans wanted to win control of both chambers in an uphill fight due to redistricting. While the GOP narrowly failed to win control of either chamber, the seemingly successful push to get Republican voters comfortable with using early voting methods was one bright spot of the off-year election. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Trump, who still expresses his concerns over early voting from time to time, has largely gotten on board with the GOP’s early voting push. The RNC and Trump have encouraged Republican voters to “swamp the vote,” contending that they should make it “too big to rig” — a reference to Trump’s continued allegations of voter fraud pushed by Democrats in previous elections. There has been no evidence suggesting voter fraud affected the results of races that Trump has made allegations about, including the 2020 presidential election., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Biden_Harris_Democrats_Voters_DNC_elections_55.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT) is fighting for his political life as he attempts to hold on to his Senate seat in Republican-heavy Montana, but a poll shows him trailing his Republican challenger, Tim Sheehy.

A poll from Hill-Emerson College released on Thursday shows Sheehy leading Tester, 48%-46%, with the Republican challenger taking the lead over the incumbent Democrat since the last survey from the pollster in March, which showed Tester leading Sheehy, 44%-42%.

“The share of undecided voters has decreased from 14% to 5% as November draws closer, and Sheehy has benefited with a six-point increase in support, while Tester’s support has only increased by two points,” Emerson College Polling Executive Director Spencer Kimball said in a statement.

The survey showing Sheehy’s lead was conducted from Aug. 5-6 with 1,000 likely voters in the Treasure State, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3 points.

With Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV) not seeking reelection to his seat, Tester is widely regarded as the most vulnerable incumbent senator seeking reelection in November. The Montana Democrat is one of several incumbent Senate Democrats attempting to keep their seats while seeking reelection in a swing state or heavily Republican state. Democrats hold a 51-49 majority in the Senate, but Republicans are keen on flipping that advantage in November.

In the presidential race, former President Donald Trump holds a 55%-40% lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in the state. Democrats have not won Montana in the presidential race since 1992, and before that, it had not been won by a Democrat since 1964.

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Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday evening in support of Sheehy.

The Montana Senate race has been rated as a “toss-up” by the Cook Political Report. The presidential race in the state has been rated as “solid Republican.”

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Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT) is fighting for his political life as he attempts to hold on to his Senate seat in Republican-heavy Montana, but a poll shows him trailing his Republican challenger, Tim Sheehy.

A poll from Hill-Emerson College released on Thursday shows Sheehy leading Tester, 48%-46%, with the Republican challenger taking the lead over the incumbent Democrat since the last survey from the pollster in March, which showed Tester leading Sheehy, 44%-42%.

“The share of undecided voters has decreased from 14% to 5% as November draws closer, and Sheehy has benefited with a six-point increase in support, while Tester’s support has only increased by two points,” Emerson College Polling Executive Director Spencer Kimball said in a statement.

The survey showing Sheehy’s lead was conducted from Aug. 5-6 with 1,000 likely voters in the Treasure State, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3 points.

With Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV) not seeking reelection to his seat, Tester is widely regarded as the most vulnerable incumbent senator seeking reelection in November. The Montana Democrat is one of several incumbent Senate Democrats attempting to keep their seats while seeking reelection in a swing state or heavily Republican state. Democrats hold a 51-49 majority in the Senate, but Republicans are keen on flipping that advantage in November.

In the presidential race, former President Donald Trump holds a 55%-40% lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in the state. Democrats have not won Montana in the presidential race since 1992, and before that, it had not been won by a Democrat since 1964.

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Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday evening in support of Sheehy.

The Montana Senate race has been rated as a “toss-up” by the Cook Political Report. The presidential race in the state has been rated as “solid Republican.”

, Sen. Jon Tester (D-MT) is fighting for his political life as he attempts to hold on to his Senate seat in Republican-heavy Montana, but a poll shows him trailing his Republican challenger, Tim Sheehy. A poll from Hill-Emerson College released on Thursday shows Sheehy leading Tester, 48%-46%, with the Republican challenger taking the lead over the incumbent Democrat since the last survey from the pollster in March, which showed Tester leading Sheehy, 44%-42%. “The share of undecided voters has decreased from 14% to 5% as November draws closer, and Sheehy has benefited with a six-point increase in support, while Tester’s support has only increased by two points,” Emerson College Polling Executive Director Spencer Kimball said in a statement. The survey showing Sheehy’s lead was conducted from Aug. 5-6 with 1,000 likely voters in the Treasure State, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3 points. With Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV) not seeking reelection to his seat, Tester is widely regarded as the most vulnerable incumbent senator seeking reelection in November. The Montana Democrat is one of several incumbent Senate Democrats attempting to keep their seats while seeking reelection in a swing state or heavily Republican state. Democrats hold a 51-49 majority in the Senate, but Republicans are keen on flipping that advantage in November. In the presidential race, former President Donald Trump holds a 55%-40% lead over Vice President Kamala Harris in the state. Democrats have not won Montana in the presidential race since 1992, and before that, it had not been won by a Democrat since 1964. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Trump is scheduled to hold a rally in Bozeman, Montana, on Friday evening in support of Sheehy. The Montana Senate race has been rated as a “toss-up” by the Cook Political Report. The presidential race in the state has been rated as “solid Republican.”, , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/jon-tester-tim-sheehy-august-2024.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago in two weeks will see Democrats present a united front behind their ticket, but a few vulnerable Senate Democrats will not be making the trip.

While several Republicans, including Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Susan Collins (R-ME), skipped out on the Republican National Convention, many of the Democrats not going to the DNC include those up for election in November in races that could decide control of Congress.

Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Jon Tester (D-MT) will not be going to the DNC in Chicago, according to Punchbowl News. Brown has supported Vice President Kamala Harris for president but has kept his distance as he battles for reelection in increasingly Republican Ohio, while Tester has not endorsed Harris as he fights for his political life in Montana. The two senators are widely viewed as the most vulnerable incumbents in the chamber seeking reelection in November.

Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV), who is also facing a tough reelection battle, will not attend the DNC, according to the Nevada Independent, but will join Harris and Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) for their rally in Las Vegas on Saturday. Rosen had kept her distance from President Joe Biden but appears to be testing the waters on attaching herself to the Harris-Walz ticket in November.

Democrats have a 51-49 majority in the Senate, including the four independent senators who caucus with them, but they are on the defensive in several states in November as Republicans eye taking back control of the chamber for the first time in four years.

At the RNC last month, the GOP candidates looking to oust vulnerable Democratic senators — including Bernie Moreno, Tim Sheehy, and Sam Brown, who are challengers to Sherrod Brown, Tester, and Rosen, respectively — had speaking slots.

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As Democrats try to flip the House of Representatives from narrow GOP control, several House Democratic incumbents in vulnerable seats are also not attending the DNC. Reps. Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Jared Golden (D-ME), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), among others, will not be at the convention, according to Punchbowl News.

The DNC is scheduled to occur from Aug. 19-22 in Chicago. While Democrats are expected to gather in celebration of their ticket, anti-Israel protesters have made known they intend to hold mass demonstrations in the city while the convention is occurring.

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The Democratic National Convention in Chicago in two weeks will see Democrats present a united front behind their ticket, but a few vulnerable Senate Democrats will not be making the trip.

While several Republicans, including Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Susan Collins (R-ME), skipped out on the Republican National Convention, many of the Democrats not going to the DNC include those up for election in November in races that could decide control of Congress.

Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Jon Tester (D-MT) will not be going to the DNC in Chicago, according to Punchbowl News. Brown has supported Vice President Kamala Harris for president but has kept his distance as he battles for reelection in increasingly Republican Ohio, while Tester has not endorsed Harris as he fights for his political life in Montana. The two senators are widely viewed as the most vulnerable incumbents in the chamber seeking reelection in November.

Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV), who is also facing a tough reelection battle, will not attend the DNC, according to the Nevada Independent, but will join Harris and Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) for their rally in Las Vegas on Saturday. Rosen had kept her distance from President Joe Biden but appears to be testing the waters on attaching herself to the Harris-Walz ticket in November.

Democrats have a 51-49 majority in the Senate, including the four independent senators who caucus with them, but they are on the defensive in several states in November as Republicans eye taking back control of the chamber for the first time in four years.

At the RNC last month, the GOP candidates looking to oust vulnerable Democratic senators — including Bernie Moreno, Tim Sheehy, and Sam Brown, who are challengers to Sherrod Brown, Tester, and Rosen, respectively — had speaking slots.

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As Democrats try to flip the House of Representatives from narrow GOP control, several House Democratic incumbents in vulnerable seats are also not attending the DNC. Reps. Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Jared Golden (D-ME), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), among others, will not be at the convention, according to Punchbowl News.

The DNC is scheduled to occur from Aug. 19-22 in Chicago. While Democrats are expected to gather in celebration of their ticket, anti-Israel protesters have made known they intend to hold mass demonstrations in the city while the convention is occurring.

, The Democratic National Convention in Chicago in two weeks will see Democrats present a united front behind their ticket, but a few vulnerable Senate Democrats will not be making the trip. While several Republicans, including Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Susan Collins (R-ME), skipped out on the Republican National Convention, many of the Democrats not going to the DNC include those up for election in November in races that could decide control of Congress. Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Jon Tester (D-MT) will not be going to the DNC in Chicago, according to Punchbowl News. Brown has supported Vice President Kamala Harris for president but has kept his distance as he battles for reelection in increasingly Republican Ohio, while Tester has not endorsed Harris as he fights for his political life in Montana. The two senators are widely viewed as the most vulnerable incumbents in the chamber seeking reelection in November. Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV), who is also facing a tough reelection battle, will not attend the DNC, according to the Nevada Independent, but will join Harris and Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) for their rally in Las Vegas on Saturday. Rosen had kept her distance from President Joe Biden but appears to be testing the waters on attaching herself to the Harris-Walz ticket in November. Democrats have a 51-49 majority in the Senate, including the four independent senators who caucus with them, but they are on the defensive in several states in November as Republicans eye taking back control of the chamber for the first time in four years. At the RNC last month, the GOP candidates looking to oust vulnerable Democratic senators — including Bernie Moreno, Tim Sheehy, and Sam Brown, who are challengers to Sherrod Brown, Tester, and Rosen, respectively — had speaking slots. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER As Democrats try to flip the House of Representatives from narrow GOP control, several House Democratic incumbents in vulnerable seats are also not attending the DNC. Reps. Yadira Caraveo (D-CO), Jared Golden (D-ME), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), among others, will not be at the convention, according to Punchbowl News. The DNC is scheduled to occur from Aug. 19-22 in Chicago. While Democrats are expected to gather in celebration of their ticket, anti-Israel protesters have made known they intend to hold mass demonstrations in the city while the convention is occurring., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/DNC_Democratic_Convetion_2024_1.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,

Former President Donald Trump was surprised by Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate selection of Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and said he “could not be more thrilled” with her decision.

Walz, a two-term Minnesota governor, was selected as Harris’s running mate on Tuesday over reported finalists Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA). Trump expressed his shock over the selection while speaking on Fox News’s Fox and Friends on Wednesday.

“I would say my reaction is I can’t believe it. I never thought this was going to be the one that was picked,” Trump said.

He also took aim at Walz for his handling of the riots in Minnesota in May and June 2020, saying his only interaction with the governor was earlier that year when anti-COVID-19 lockdown protesters surrounded his residence when the governor allegedly called Trump to get him to say he was a good person.

“He’s a very, very liberal man, and he’s a shocking pick. And I’m thrilled — I could not be more thrilled,” Trump said.

Trump then hit Walz’s record, calling him a “smarter version” of Harris but equating him to Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), who is widely regarded as one of the most liberal-left senators.

“There’s never been a ticket like this. This is a ticket that would want this country to go communist immediately, if not sooner,” Trump said.

He said Walz’s selection over Shapiro, who is Jewish, is “insulting to Jewish people” and also listed other people the pick was insulting to.

“This is a shocking pick, and I think it’s very insulting to Jewish people. And I think it’s very insulting to people that want security. I think it was very insulting to anything having to do with making America great again,” Trump said.

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Some Republicans and commentators have speculated that Shapiro being Jewish may have taken him off of the Democratic ticket after anti-Israel protesters decried the possibility of him being Harris’s running mate over his stance on Israel — despite Walz holding similar views to Shapiro on the matter.

Walz and Harris held their first joint campaign event on Tuesday, with Shapiro addressing the rally crowd in Philadelphia just before the pair took the stage.

2024-08-07 13:15:00, http://s.wordpress.com/mshots/v1/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonexaminer.com%2Fnews%2Fcampaigns%2Fpresidential%2F3113392%2Ftrump-cant-believe-harris-chose-walz%2F?w=600&h=450, Former President Donald Trump was surprised by Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate selection of Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and said he “could not be more thrilled” with her decision. Walz, a two-term Minnesota governor, was selected as Harris’s running mate on Tuesday over reported finalists Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA).,

Former President Donald Trump was surprised by Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate selection of Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and said he “could not be more thrilled” with her decision.

Walz, a two-term Minnesota governor, was selected as Harris’s running mate on Tuesday over reported finalists Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA). Trump expressed his shock over the selection while speaking on Fox News’s Fox and Friends on Wednesday.

“I would say my reaction is I can’t believe it. I never thought this was going to be the one that was picked,” Trump said.

He also took aim at Walz for his handling of the riots in Minnesota in May and June 2020, saying his only interaction with the governor was earlier that year when anti-COVID-19 lockdown protesters surrounded his residence when the governor allegedly called Trump to get him to say he was a good person.

“He’s a very, very liberal man, and he’s a shocking pick. And I’m thrilled — I could not be more thrilled,” Trump said.

Trump then hit Walz’s record, calling him a “smarter version” of Harris but equating him to Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), who is widely regarded as one of the most liberal-left senators.

“There’s never been a ticket like this. This is a ticket that would want this country to go communist immediately, if not sooner,” Trump said.

He said Walz’s selection over Shapiro, who is Jewish, is “insulting to Jewish people” and also listed other people the pick was insulting to.

“This is a shocking pick, and I think it’s very insulting to Jewish people. And I think it’s very insulting to people that want security. I think it was very insulting to anything having to do with making America great again,” Trump said.

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Some Republicans and commentators have speculated that Shapiro being Jewish may have taken him off of the Democratic ticket after anti-Israel protesters decried the possibility of him being Harris’s running mate over his stance on Israel — despite Walz holding similar views to Shapiro on the matter.

Walz and Harris held their first joint campaign event on Tuesday, with Shapiro addressing the rally crowd in Philadelphia just before the pair took the stage.

, Former President Donald Trump was surprised by Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate selection of Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and said he “could not be more thrilled” with her decision. Walz, a two-term Minnesota governor, was selected as Harris’s running mate on Tuesday over reported finalists Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA). Trump expressed his shock over the selection while speaking on Fox News’s Fox and Friends on Wednesday. “I would say my reaction is I can’t believe it. I never thought this was going to be the one that was picked,” Trump said. He also took aim at Walz for his handling of the riots in Minnesota in May and June 2020, saying his only interaction with the governor was earlier that year when anti-COVID-19 lockdown protesters surrounded his residence when the governor allegedly called Trump to get him to say he was a good person. “He’s a very, very liberal man, and he’s a shocking pick. And I’m thrilled — I could not be more thrilled,” Trump said. Trump then hit Walz’s record, calling him a “smarter version” of Harris but equating him to Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), who is widely regarded as one of the most liberal-left senators. “There’s never been a ticket like this. This is a ticket that would want this country to go communist immediately, if not sooner,” Trump said. He said Walz’s selection over Shapiro, who is Jewish, is “insulting to Jewish people” and also listed other people the pick was insulting to. “This is a shocking pick, and I think it’s very insulting to Jewish people. And I think it’s very insulting to people that want security. I think it was very insulting to anything having to do with making America great again,” Trump said. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Some Republicans and commentators have speculated that Shapiro being Jewish may have taken him off of the Democratic ticket after anti-Israel protesters decried the possibility of him being Harris’s running mate over his stance on Israel — despite Walz holding similar views to Shapiro on the matter. Walz and Harris held their first joint campaign event on Tuesday, with Shapiro addressing the rally crowd in Philadelphia just before the pair took the stage., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/donald-trump-tim-walz-august-2024.webp, Washington Examiner, Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-favicon-32×32.png, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/feed/, Jack Birle,