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.

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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.

, 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.

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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,

Arizona has been a hotbed for continuous elections up and down the ballot in recent years, and one of the most synonymous locations for voters to cast their ballots on Election Day are largely opting out this year because of it.

Most schools in Arizona’s largest county, Maricopa County, do not want to act as voting centers, as the Grand Canyon State continues to see bitterly contested elections, according to a report from the Washington Post.

The report claims that Mesa Public Schools is not opening its doors to voters after a “very chaotic” and “overwhelming” local election in November 2023, Scott Thompson, assistant superintendent for the school district, told the outlet.

In 2016, roughly 37% of polling locations in Maricopa County were schools, but the report alleges that so far, only 14% of polling locations in November will be schools.

Maricopa County has been at the center of voter fraud allegations and election misconduct levied by Republicans in recent years. None of the claims about overwhelming voter fraud sufficient to alter the results of any recent elections has been proven in court by those challenging the races.

The fiercest challenges came from former President Donald Trump in 2020, after he lost the state to President Joe Biden, and from Kari Lake in 2022, after she lost the gubernatorial election to now-Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ).

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Arizona is slated to have two hotly contested races in November, with the presidential race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris and the Senate race between Lake and Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ).

The Cook Political Report has rated the presidential race in Arizona as “lean Republican,” while the Senate race is rated as “lean Democratic.”

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Arizona has been a hotbed for continuous elections up and down the ballot in recent years, and one of the most synonymous locations for voters to cast their ballots on Election Day are largely opting out this year because of it.

Most schools in Arizona’s largest county, Maricopa County, do not want to act as voting centers, as the Grand Canyon State continues to see bitterly contested elections, according to a report from the Washington Post.

The report claims that Mesa Public Schools is not opening its doors to voters after a “very chaotic” and “overwhelming” local election in November 2023, Scott Thompson, assistant superintendent for the school district, told the outlet.

In 2016, roughly 37% of polling locations in Maricopa County were schools, but the report alleges that so far, only 14% of polling locations in November will be schools.

Maricopa County has been at the center of voter fraud allegations and election misconduct levied by Republicans in recent years. None of the claims about overwhelming voter fraud sufficient to alter the results of any recent elections has been proven in court by those challenging the races.

The fiercest challenges came from former President Donald Trump in 2020, after he lost the state to President Joe Biden, and from Kari Lake in 2022, after she lost the gubernatorial election to now-Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ).

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Arizona is slated to have two hotly contested races in November, with the presidential race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris and the Senate race between Lake and Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ).

The Cook Political Report has rated the presidential race in Arizona as “lean Republican,” while the Senate race is rated as “lean Democratic.”

, Arizona has been a hotbed for continuous elections up and down the ballot in recent years, and one of the most synonymous locations for voters to cast their ballots on Election Day are largely opting out this year because of it. Most schools in Arizona’s largest county, Maricopa County, do not want to act as voting centers, as the Grand Canyon State continues to see bitterly contested elections, according to a report from the Washington Post. The report claims that Mesa Public Schools is not opening its doors to voters after a “very chaotic” and “overwhelming” local election in November 2023, Scott Thompson, assistant superintendent for the school district, told the outlet. In 2016, roughly 37% of polling locations in Maricopa County were schools, but the report alleges that so far, only 14% of polling locations in November will be schools. Maricopa County has been at the center of voter fraud allegations and election misconduct levied by Republicans in recent years. None of the claims about overwhelming voter fraud sufficient to alter the results of any recent elections has been proven in court by those challenging the races. The fiercest challenges came from former President Donald Trump in 2020, after he lost the state to President Joe Biden, and from Kari Lake in 2022, after she lost the gubernatorial election to now-Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ). CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Arizona is slated to have two hotly contested races in November, with the presidential race between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris and the Senate race between Lake and Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ). The Cook Political Report has rated the presidential race in Arizona as “lean Republican,” while the Senate race is rated as “lean Democratic.”, , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/arizona-voting-centers.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,

President Joe Biden unveiled his proposal for reforms to the Supreme Court after frustration with the high court’s recent opinions, but it was not the first time changes to the top of the judiciary have been floated.

While the Supreme Court has largely stayed the same structurally until 1869, there have been several attempts to change the status quo in the more than 150 years since. Here is a look at notable efforts to make changes to how the high court operates during that span.

Left-wing attempts to limit court’s power in early 20th century

In the early 20th century, several Supreme Court decisions angered liberals in the Senate, leading to several proposals for reform to the judiciary.

One of the proposals from the Left came from former Sen. Robert Owen (D-OK) in 1912, when he attempted to pass legislation to allow Congress to recall a federal judge by vote of a simple majority of both chambers. Six years later, he attempted to include a provision in a child labor bill that would have exempted it from the Supreme Court from overturning it.

Another notable proposal came from former Sen. William Borah (R-ID) in 1923, when he proposed legislation to require a 7-2 majority for the Supreme Court to strike down a law passed by Congress — as opposed to a simple majority of 5-4.

Roosevelt’s attempts to “pack” the court

Former President Franklin D. Roosevelt also became frustrated with the opinions of the high court, which struck down several parts of his “New Deal” programs in the 1930s and made the most infamous threat to “pack” the court with politically aligned justices.

After several defeats in court, Roosevelt proposed the Judicial Procedures Reform Bill of 1937. Roosevelt claimed his proposal to add up to six more justices, or one for each justice that was over 70 years old, was to lighten the work load for the justices, but it was widely viewed as an attempt to tip the court in his favor.

Former Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes testified before Congress that the court was not behind on its work, and the proposal died in Congress. It was the most publicized effort to make significant reforms to the court until recent years.

Biden and Democrats’ proposed term limits

Frustrated by various Supreme Court opinions under the conservative majority, congressional Democrats and Biden have proposed various changes to the Supreme Court.

Biden outlined his three major proposals earlier this week, including overturning the court’s recent decision on presidential immunity via a constitutional amendment, instituting term limits of 18 years for each justice, and an overhauled ethics code.

Congressional Democrats have introduced legislation to modify the term limits and institute an ethics code, but questions remain about whether a constitutional amendment may be necessary for such changes.

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Currently, Supreme Court justices enjoy a lifetime appointment, as outlined in Article III of the Constitution. Instilling an ethics code has also raised concerns about the separation of powers.

While none of the proposals appear likely to pass through a Republican-held House of Representatives, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has indicated that if Democrats sweep in November, reforms to the court will be a top priority.

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President Joe Biden unveiled his proposal for reforms to the Supreme Court after frustration with the high court’s recent opinions, but it was not the first time changes to the top of the judiciary have been floated.

While the Supreme Court has largely stayed the same structurally until 1869, there have been several attempts to change the status quo in the more than 150 years since. Here is a look at notable efforts to make changes to how the high court operates during that span.

Left-wing attempts to limit court’s power in early 20th century

In the early 20th century, several Supreme Court decisions angered liberals in the Senate, leading to several proposals for reform to the judiciary.

One of the proposals from the Left came from former Sen. Robert Owen (D-OK) in 1912, when he attempted to pass legislation to allow Congress to recall a federal judge by vote of a simple majority of both chambers. Six years later, he attempted to include a provision in a child labor bill that would have exempted it from the Supreme Court from overturning it.

Another notable proposal came from former Sen. William Borah (R-ID) in 1923, when he proposed legislation to require a 7-2 majority for the Supreme Court to strike down a law passed by Congress — as opposed to a simple majority of 5-4.

Roosevelt’s attempts to “pack” the court

Former President Franklin D. Roosevelt also became frustrated with the opinions of the high court, which struck down several parts of his “New Deal” programs in the 1930s and made the most infamous threat to “pack” the court with politically aligned justices.

After several defeats in court, Roosevelt proposed the Judicial Procedures Reform Bill of 1937. Roosevelt claimed his proposal to add up to six more justices, or one for each justice that was over 70 years old, was to lighten the work load for the justices, but it was widely viewed as an attempt to tip the court in his favor.

Former Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes testified before Congress that the court was not behind on its work, and the proposal died in Congress. It was the most publicized effort to make significant reforms to the court until recent years.

Biden and Democrats’ proposed term limits

Frustrated by various Supreme Court opinions under the conservative majority, congressional Democrats and Biden have proposed various changes to the Supreme Court.

Biden outlined his three major proposals earlier this week, including overturning the court’s recent decision on presidential immunity via a constitutional amendment, instituting term limits of 18 years for each justice, and an overhauled ethics code.

Congressional Democrats have introduced legislation to modify the term limits and institute an ethics code, but questions remain about whether a constitutional amendment may be necessary for such changes.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER

Currently, Supreme Court justices enjoy a lifetime appointment, as outlined in Article III of the Constitution. Instilling an ethics code has also raised concerns about the separation of powers.

While none of the proposals appear likely to pass through a Republican-held House of Representatives, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has indicated that if Democrats sweep in November, reforms to the court will be a top priority.

, President Joe Biden unveiled his proposal for reforms to the Supreme Court after frustration with the high court’s recent opinions, but it was not the first time changes to the top of the judiciary have been floated. While the Supreme Court has largely stayed the same structurally until 1869, there have been several attempts to change the status quo in the more than 150 years since. Here is a look at notable efforts to make changes to how the high court operates during that span. Left-wing attempts to limit court’s power in early 20th century In the early 20th century, several Supreme Court decisions angered liberals in the Senate, leading to several proposals for reform to the judiciary. One of the proposals from the Left came from former Sen. Robert Owen (D-OK) in 1912, when he attempted to pass legislation to allow Congress to recall a federal judge by vote of a simple majority of both chambers. Six years later, he attempted to include a provision in a child labor bill that would have exempted it from the Supreme Court from overturning it. Another notable proposal came from former Sen. William Borah (R-ID) in 1923, when he proposed legislation to require a 7-2 majority for the Supreme Court to strike down a law passed by Congress — as opposed to a simple majority of 5-4. Roosevelt’s attempts to “pack” the court Former President Franklin D. Roosevelt also became frustrated with the opinions of the high court, which struck down several parts of his “New Deal” programs in the 1930s and made the most infamous threat to “pack” the court with politically aligned justices. After several defeats in court, Roosevelt proposed the Judicial Procedures Reform Bill of 1937. Roosevelt claimed his proposal to add up to six more justices, or one for each justice that was over 70 years old, was to lighten the work load for the justices, but it was widely viewed as an attempt to tip the court in his favor. Former Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes testified before Congress that the court was not behind on its work, and the proposal died in Congress. It was the most publicized effort to make significant reforms to the court until recent years. Biden and Democrats’ proposed term limits Frustrated by various Supreme Court opinions under the conservative majority, congressional Democrats and Biden have proposed various changes to the Supreme Court. Biden outlined his three major proposals earlier this week, including overturning the court’s recent decision on presidential immunity via a constitutional amendment, instituting term limits of 18 years for each justice, and an overhauled ethics code. Congressional Democrats have introduced legislation to modify the term limits and institute an ethics code, but questions remain about whether a constitutional amendment may be necessary for such changes. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Currently, Supreme Court justices enjoy a lifetime appointment, as outlined in Article III of the Constitution. Instilling an ethics code has also raised concerns about the separation of powers. While none of the proposals appear likely to pass through a Republican-held House of Representatives, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has indicated that if Democrats sweep in November, reforms to the court will be a top priority., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Supreme_Court_Law_22.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,

Vice President Kamala Harris is meeting with three of the contenders to be her running mate on Sunday as anticipation mounts over who will join her on the Democratic ticket in November.

Harris is meeting with Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) along with Govs. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) and Tim Walz (D-MN) in her vice presidential residence at the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., according to multiple reports.

While the three leaders appear likely to be Harris’s final three contenders, it is unknown whether other names that have reportedly spoken with Harris, such as Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY), are still being considered.

The meetings on Sunday are being described as a “chemistry test,” according to the New York Times, as Harris is set to campaign with her running mate this week in various key swing states.

Kelly, Shapiro, and Walz have all received significant encouragement from their supporters, but a post by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Friday raised eyebrows as to who the front-runner may be. The post appeared to be showing Shapiro would be picked as Harris’s running mate, although others had suggested that it could be campaigning for Shapiro to get the spot.

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Harris has until the Democratic National Convention in Chicago from Aug. 19-22 to select her running mate, even as she looks likely to secure the party’s official nomination ahead of the convention.

Harris and her yet-to-be-named running mate will target Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina in the battleground state swing. The swing state blitz will begin at a rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is meeting with three of the contenders to be her running mate on Sunday as anticipation mounts over who will join her on the Democratic ticket in November.

Harris is meeting with Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) along with Govs. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) and Tim Walz (D-MN) in her vice presidential residence at the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., according to multiple reports.

While the three leaders appear likely to be Harris’s final three contenders, it is unknown whether other names that have reportedly spoken with Harris, such as Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY), are still being considered.

The meetings on Sunday are being described as a “chemistry test,” according to the New York Times, as Harris is set to campaign with her running mate this week in various key swing states.

Kelly, Shapiro, and Walz have all received significant encouragement from their supporters, but a post by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Friday raised eyebrows as to who the front-runner may be. The post appeared to be showing Shapiro would be picked as Harris’s running mate, although others had suggested that it could be campaigning for Shapiro to get the spot.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER

Harris has until the Democratic National Convention in Chicago from Aug. 19-22 to select her running mate, even as she looks likely to secure the party’s official nomination ahead of the convention.

Harris and her yet-to-be-named running mate will target Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina in the battleground state swing. The swing state blitz will begin at a rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

, Vice President Kamala Harris is meeting with three of the contenders to be her running mate on Sunday as anticipation mounts over who will join her on the Democratic ticket in November. Harris is meeting with Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) along with Govs. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) and Tim Walz (D-MN) in her vice presidential residence at the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C., according to multiple reports. While the three leaders appear likely to be Harris’s final three contenders, it is unknown whether other names that have reportedly spoken with Harris, such as Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY), are still being considered. The meetings on Sunday are being described as a “chemistry test,” according to the New York Times, as Harris is set to campaign with her running mate this week in various key swing states. Kelly, Shapiro, and Walz have all received significant encouragement from their supporters, but a post by Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Friday raised eyebrows as to who the front-runner may be. The post appeared to be showing Shapiro would be picked as Harris’s running mate, although others had suggested that it could be campaigning for Shapiro to get the spot. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Harris has until the Democratic National Convention in Chicago from Aug. 19-22 to select her running mate, even as she looks likely to secure the party’s official nomination ahead of the convention. Harris and her yet-to-be-named running mate will target Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Michigan, Georgia, Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina in the battleground state swing. The swing state blitz will begin at a rally in Philadelphia on Tuesday., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/kamala-harris-north-carolina.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. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) appears to be the favorite to be Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, but not everyone is sold on him being the right man to join Harris on the Democratic ticket.

Harris is expected to pick her running mate in the coming days, ahead of a blitz of the battleground states and the Democratic National Convention later this month, but a handful of the concerns being outlined about the Pennsylvania governor.

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) is reportedly one of the Keystone State residents expressing concern over Shaprio, according to a report from Politico. Fetterman’s advisers have reportedly relayed their concerns about Shapiro, mainly that he is overly focused on his personal ambitions, to Harris’s team.

Both Fetterman and Shapiro served in statewide positions at the same time, when Fetterman was lieutenant governor and Shapiro was state attorney general.

Another concern being leveled by some Democratic groups is Shapiro’s stance on Israel, which he has been a supporter of. Pro-Palestinian groups, including the Institute for Middle East Understanding’s policy project, have expressed their concern over Shapiro potentially being on the ticket.

“Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is not the right candidate for the job & selecting him would be a step in the wrong direction,” the group said in a statement.

The group then pointed to Shapiro’s support for Israel and its right to defend itself, along with his past critiques of Palestinians in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Shapiro is Jewish and has been outspoken in his support for Israel.

Past essays Shapiro wrote when he was in college have also resurfaced and caused controversy from pro-Palestinian wings of the Democratic Party. In one of the essays, Shapiro doubted that Palestinians would be able to successfully establish a peaceful state.

“They are too battle-minded to be able to establish a peaceful homeland of their own,” Shapiro wrote in a student newspaper in 1993. “They will grow tired of fighting amongst themselves and will turn outside against Israel.”

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Shapiro has been a popular governor in Pennsylvania since being elected in 2022, receiving national praise for his handling of the Interstate 95 collapse in Philadelphia last year.

The Pennsylvania governor, alongside Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), are considered some of the finalists to join Harris on the Democratic ticket.

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Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) appears to be the favorite to be Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, but not everyone is sold on him being the right man to join Harris on the Democratic ticket.

Harris is expected to pick her running mate in the coming days, ahead of a blitz of the battleground states and the Democratic National Convention later this month, but a handful of the concerns being outlined about the Pennsylvania governor.

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) is reportedly one of the Keystone State residents expressing concern over Shaprio, according to a report from Politico. Fetterman’s advisers have reportedly relayed their concerns about Shapiro, mainly that he is overly focused on his personal ambitions, to Harris’s team.

Both Fetterman and Shapiro served in statewide positions at the same time, when Fetterman was lieutenant governor and Shapiro was state attorney general.

Another concern being leveled by some Democratic groups is Shapiro’s stance on Israel, which he has been a supporter of. Pro-Palestinian groups, including the Institute for Middle East Understanding’s policy project, have expressed their concern over Shapiro potentially being on the ticket.

“Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is not the right candidate for the job & selecting him would be a step in the wrong direction,” the group said in a statement.

The group then pointed to Shapiro’s support for Israel and its right to defend itself, along with his past critiques of Palestinians in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Shapiro is Jewish and has been outspoken in his support for Israel.

Past essays Shapiro wrote when he was in college have also resurfaced and caused controversy from pro-Palestinian wings of the Democratic Party. In one of the essays, Shapiro doubted that Palestinians would be able to successfully establish a peaceful state.

“They are too battle-minded to be able to establish a peaceful homeland of their own,” Shapiro wrote in a student newspaper in 1993. “They will grow tired of fighting amongst themselves and will turn outside against Israel.”

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Shapiro has been a popular governor in Pennsylvania since being elected in 2022, receiving national praise for his handling of the Interstate 95 collapse in Philadelphia last year.

The Pennsylvania governor, alongside Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), are considered some of the finalists to join Harris on the Democratic ticket.

, Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) appears to be the favorite to be Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, but not everyone is sold on him being the right man to join Harris on the Democratic ticket. Harris is expected to pick her running mate in the coming days, ahead of a blitz of the battleground states and the Democratic National Convention later this month, but a handful of the concerns being outlined about the Pennsylvania governor. Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) is reportedly one of the Keystone State residents expressing concern over Shaprio, according to a report from Politico. Fetterman’s advisers have reportedly relayed their concerns about Shapiro, mainly that he is overly focused on his personal ambitions, to Harris’s team. Both Fetterman and Shapiro served in statewide positions at the same time, when Fetterman was lieutenant governor and Shapiro was state attorney general. Another concern being leveled by some Democratic groups is Shapiro’s stance on Israel, which he has been a supporter of. Pro-Palestinian groups, including the Institute for Middle East Understanding’s policy project, have expressed their concern over Shapiro potentially being on the ticket. “Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is not the right candidate for the job & selecting him would be a step in the wrong direction,” the group said in a statement. The group then pointed to Shapiro’s support for Israel and its right to defend itself, along with his past critiques of Palestinians in the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Shapiro is Jewish and has been outspoken in his support for Israel. Past essays Shapiro wrote when he was in college have also resurfaced and caused controversy from pro-Palestinian wings of the Democratic Party. In one of the essays, Shapiro doubted that Palestinians would be able to successfully establish a peaceful state. “They are too battle-minded to be able to establish a peaceful homeland of their own,” Shapiro wrote in a student newspaper in 1993. “They will grow tired of fighting amongst themselves and will turn outside against Israel.” CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Shapiro has been a popular governor in Pennsylvania since being elected in 2022, receiving national praise for his handling of the Interstate 95 collapse in Philadelphia last year. The Pennsylvania governor, alongside Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), are considered some of the finalists to join Harris on the Democratic ticket., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/harris-shapiro.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,

Democratic strategist James Carville wants Vice President Kamala Harris to put former President Donald Trump‘s New York criminal conviction in the spotlight in the conversation about debates.

Trump and Harris have been trading jabs over when the two should debate. Harris has agreed to a Sept. 10 ABC debate, which Trump agreed to with President Joe Biden in May, but then backtracked on and has now proposed the two debate on Fox on Sept. 4. Carville suggested on MSNBC’s Inside with Jen Psaki that Harris should agree to a debate on Fox, but on the day when Trump gets sentenced for his conviction.

“I think that she should say I’ll debate him on Fox on the night of Sept. 18, because I happen to know he’s going to be in Manhattan on the 18th because that’s when they’re gonna sentence him,” Carville said.

“And I’m sure Judge Merchan would give a delay in the execution of the sentencing to allow him to show up at a debate. So if you want to have a debate, let’s have it on Fox and let’s have it September the 18th when he’s in an ankle bracelet,” he added.

Trump and Biden agreed to two debates, one on June 27 on CNN and another on Sept. 10 on ABC, in May. Biden’s performance at the June debate served as the catalyst for the president to heed mounting calls for him to drop out of the race, doing so less than a month following the Atlanta debate.

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Since Harris entered the race two weeks ago, the two sides have negotiated on any new debates. When she was Biden’s running mate, Harris had committed to a vice presidential debate.

Trump was convicted on charges related to a hush money payment made prior to the 2016 election in June. Sentencing was originally scheduled for July but was delayed until September.

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Democratic strategist James Carville wants Vice President Kamala Harris to put former President Donald Trump‘s New York criminal conviction in the spotlight in the conversation about debates.

Trump and Harris have been trading jabs over when the two should debate. Harris has agreed to a Sept. 10 ABC debate, which Trump agreed to with President Joe Biden in May, but then backtracked on and has now proposed the two debate on Fox on Sept. 4. Carville suggested on MSNBC’s Inside with Jen Psaki that Harris should agree to a debate on Fox, but on the day when Trump gets sentenced for his conviction.

“I think that she should say I’ll debate him on Fox on the night of Sept. 18, because I happen to know he’s going to be in Manhattan on the 18th because that’s when they’re gonna sentence him,” Carville said.

“And I’m sure Judge Merchan would give a delay in the execution of the sentencing to allow him to show up at a debate. So if you want to have a debate, let’s have it on Fox and let’s have it September the 18th when he’s in an ankle bracelet,” he added.

Trump and Biden agreed to two debates, one on June 27 on CNN and another on Sept. 10 on ABC, in May. Biden’s performance at the June debate served as the catalyst for the president to heed mounting calls for him to drop out of the race, doing so less than a month following the Atlanta debate.

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Since Harris entered the race two weeks ago, the two sides have negotiated on any new debates. When she was Biden’s running mate, Harris had committed to a vice presidential debate.

Trump was convicted on charges related to a hush money payment made prior to the 2016 election in June. Sentencing was originally scheduled for July but was delayed until September.

, Democratic strategist James Carville wants Vice President Kamala Harris to put former President Donald Trump‘s New York criminal conviction in the spotlight in the conversation about debates. Trump and Harris have been trading jabs over when the two should debate. Harris has agreed to a Sept. 10 ABC debate, which Trump agreed to with President Joe Biden in May, but then backtracked on and has now proposed the two debate on Fox on Sept. 4. Carville suggested on MSNBC’s Inside with Jen Psaki that Harris should agree to a debate on Fox, but on the day when Trump gets sentenced for his conviction. “I think that she should say I’ll debate him on Fox on the night of Sept. 18, because I happen to know he’s going to be in Manhattan on the 18th because that’s when they’re gonna sentence him,” Carville said. “And I’m sure Judge Merchan would give a delay in the execution of the sentencing to allow him to show up at a debate. So if you want to have a debate, let’s have it on Fox and let’s have it September the 18th when he’s in an ankle bracelet,” he added. Trump and Biden agreed to two debates, one on June 27 on CNN and another on Sept. 10 on ABC, in May. Biden’s performance at the June debate served as the catalyst for the president to heed mounting calls for him to drop out of the race, doing so less than a month following the Atlanta debate. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Since Harris entered the race two weeks ago, the two sides have negotiated on any new debates. When she was Biden’s running mate, Harris had committed to a vice presidential debate. Trump was convicted on charges related to a hush money payment made prior to the 2016 election in June. Sentencing was originally scheduled for July but was delayed until September., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/James-Carville-Biden.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,

United Audio Workers President Shawn Fain offered his insight into his favorite pick for Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, saying he prefers Govs. Andy Beshear (D-KY) and Tim Walz (D-MN).

The labor leader, who made headlines by spearheading a strike against the Big Three Detroit automakers last year, announced that UAW was endorsing Harris earlier this week. Fain was asked his thoughts on who she should pick as her running mate on CBS News’s Face the Nation on Sunday.

“We’ve really broken down these candidates, really looked at them, and I’ll tell you my favorite’s Andy Beshear from Kentucky. The man stood with us you know on the picket line. He’s been there for workers throughout every, every bit of our walk and he’s won in a state where Mitch McConnell’s from. It’s been a red state traditionally, he’s won twice there,” Fain said.

He also floated Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), calling him an “awesome guy for labor,” saying that he is “100% behind labor.” Fain did say that, ultimately, Harris “has to pick who she’s most comfortable with.”

When asked if he would have concerns getting UAW members to support Harris if she were to pick someone like Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) or Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), who unions have expressed concerns over, he stressed that ultimately, the top of the ticket matters — pointing to Harris’s union policies.

“I don’t think it makes it impossible or harder. I mean, obviously, there’s just candidates we think are better for labor. And ultimately, look, we know this, Kamala Harris is for labor. She’s for working-class people,” Fain said.

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“That’s the difference in what this election is about. Trump expects people to pledge loyalty to him. It’s all about him. Kamala Harris is about the people, and that’s what this election is about,” he added.

Labor unions are expected to be a key voting group in the November election as Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania shape up to be the pivotal swing states for Harris and former President Donald Trump to win if they want to win the White House.

2024-08-04 18:06:00, http://s.wordpress.com/mshots/v1/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonexaminer.com%2Fnews%2Fcampaigns%2Fpresidential%2F3110132%2Fuaw-president-shares-his-favorite-running-mates-for-harris%2F?w=600&h=450, United Audio Workers President Shawn Fain offered his insight into his favorite pick for Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, saying he prefers Govs. Andy Beshear (D-KY) and Tim Walz (D-MN). The labor leader, who made headlines by spearheading a strike against the Big Three Detroit automakers last year, announced that UAW was endorsing Harris,

United Audio Workers President Shawn Fain offered his insight into his favorite pick for Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, saying he prefers Govs. Andy Beshear (D-KY) and Tim Walz (D-MN).

The labor leader, who made headlines by spearheading a strike against the Big Three Detroit automakers last year, announced that UAW was endorsing Harris earlier this week. Fain was asked his thoughts on who she should pick as her running mate on CBS News’s Face the Nation on Sunday.

“We’ve really broken down these candidates, really looked at them, and I’ll tell you my favorite’s Andy Beshear from Kentucky. The man stood with us you know on the picket line. He’s been there for workers throughout every, every bit of our walk and he’s won in a state where Mitch McConnell’s from. It’s been a red state traditionally, he’s won twice there,” Fain said.

He also floated Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), calling him an “awesome guy for labor,” saying that he is “100% behind labor.” Fain did say that, ultimately, Harris “has to pick who she’s most comfortable with.”

When asked if he would have concerns getting UAW members to support Harris if she were to pick someone like Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) or Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), who unions have expressed concerns over, he stressed that ultimately, the top of the ticket matters — pointing to Harris’s union policies.

“I don’t think it makes it impossible or harder. I mean, obviously, there’s just candidates we think are better for labor. And ultimately, look, we know this, Kamala Harris is for labor. She’s for working-class people,” Fain said.

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“That’s the difference in what this election is about. Trump expects people to pledge loyalty to him. It’s all about him. Kamala Harris is about the people, and that’s what this election is about,” he added.

Labor unions are expected to be a key voting group in the November election as Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania shape up to be the pivotal swing states for Harris and former President Donald Trump to win if they want to win the White House.

, United Audio Workers President Shawn Fain offered his insight into his favorite pick for Vice President Kamala Harris‘s running mate, saying he prefers Govs. Andy Beshear (D-KY) and Tim Walz (D-MN). The labor leader, who made headlines by spearheading a strike against the Big Three Detroit automakers last year, announced that UAW was endorsing Harris earlier this week. Fain was asked his thoughts on who she should pick as her running mate on CBS News’s Face the Nation on Sunday. “We’ve really broken down these candidates, really looked at them, and I’ll tell you my favorite’s Andy Beshear from Kentucky. The man stood with us you know on the picket line. He’s been there for workers throughout every, every bit of our walk and he’s won in a state where Mitch McConnell’s from. It’s been a red state traditionally, he’s won twice there,” Fain said. He also floated Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN), calling him an “awesome guy for labor,” saying that he is “100% behind labor.” Fain did say that, ultimately, Harris “has to pick who she’s most comfortable with.” When asked if he would have concerns getting UAW members to support Harris if she were to pick someone like Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) or Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ), who unions have expressed concerns over, he stressed that ultimately, the top of the ticket matters — pointing to Harris’s union policies. “I don’t think it makes it impossible or harder. I mean, obviously, there’s just candidates we think are better for labor. And ultimately, look, we know this, Kamala Harris is for labor. She’s for working-class people,” Fain said. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER “That’s the difference in what this election is about. Trump expects people to pledge loyalty to him. It’s all about him. Kamala Harris is about the people, and that’s what this election is about,” he added. Labor unions are expected to be a key voting group in the November election as Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania shape up to be the pivotal swing states for Harris and former President Donald Trump to win if they want to win the White House., , , https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/uaw-president-shawn-fain.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,