Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro responded to comments made by Donald Trump, calling him a “highly overrated Jewish Governor”, which were condemned by the White House as antisemitic. Shapiro stated that Trump is obsessed with him and continues to spread hate and division in politics.
Former White House official Patrick Gaspard warned of potential unrest if Kamala Harris wins swing states narrowly, anticipating multiple incidents similar to January 6. Meanwhile, the Arab American Institute criticized the DNC for excluding a Palestinian American speaker from the Democratic convention, calling it a “boneheaded mistake”.
Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside a Democratic fundraiser in Chicago chanting “Free, free Palestine”. Michigan Representative Alabas Farhat urged the DNC to support the uncommitted movement and include a Palestinian voice at the convention. Nancy Pelosi expressed hope to maintain a relationship with Joe Biden and praised Kamala Harris ahead of her speech.
The Arkansas Supreme Court upheld the rejection of petitions for an abortion amendment, leading to disappointment for organizers. JD Vance criticized Kamala Harris’ immigration policies in Georgia, referencing the murder of Laken Riley by an undocumented immigrant. Second gentleman Doug Emhoff marked his 10th anniversary with Kamala Harris, expressing love and admiration for their bond. JD Vance was scheduled to speak in Georgia.
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