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In the run-up to the election, Harris, backed by Michelle Obama, promises to prosecute Trump if elected, while focusing her campaign on women's health issues.
Trump, on the other hand, accuses Harris of promoting 'open borders' and threatens the country's stability, as he intensifies his campaign in key battleground states.
With over 38 million early votes cast, the balance of the Senate hangs in the balance, hinging on the election outcome.

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Harris is the Democratic presidential nominee

Harris's big promise if elected: 'Prosecute Trump in 10 days' 

By Chanshimla Varah

Oct 27, 2024

11:14 am

What's the story

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has promised to "prosecute" her political opponent, Donald Trump, in 10 days if she is elected. Speaking at a rally in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Harris boasted of her impressive career, which included serving as attorney general and prosecutor, where she "took on perpetrators of all kinds — predators, fraudsters, and repeat offenders." "In 10 days, it's Donald Trump's turn," she announced to an enthusiastic crowd.

Campaign support

Michelle Obama expresses 'genuine fear' of potential Trump presidency

Former First Lady Michelle Obama stood with Harris at the rally, expressing her "genuine fear" of a Trump presidency. She called Harris an "extraordinary President of the United States" and asked why the race is still so close despite Trump's controversial history. "Why is this race even close?" she asked, referring to Trump's history as a convicted felon and other allegations. Obama also appealed to men, stating that voting for Harris would protect the women in their lives.

Counter-accusations

Trump accuses Harris of promoting 'open borders'

In the waning days of the election, the Harris campaign has issued increasingly grave warnings about Trump, even dubbing him a "fascist." Meanwhile, Trump has accused Harris of promoting "open borders" and claimed she would "destroy our country." He took his campaign to Michigan and Pennsylvania, doubling down on anti-immigrant themes. Trump is hoping to reclaim key battleground states that he lost in the last election.

Twitter Post

Obama listed Trump's rap sheet

Michelle Obama listed Donald Trump’s rap sheet and said he would be disqualified from any profession. She is frustrated this election is even close! #KamalaHarris2024 pic.twitter.com/KaSzC4xaI2

— 🪷 Vote EARLY for Kamala Harris for PRESIDENT! (@flywithkamala) October 26, 2024

Campaign focus

Harris's campaign focuses on women's health issues

Over 38 million Americans have already cast early ballots ahead of the November 5 vote. Democrats and allied independents currently hold 51 seats in the Senate. That means that if former President Trump wins the election, Republicans will only need to flip one member to obtain control of the upper house, since the vice president serves as the tiebreaker vote. If Vice President Harris wins, Democrats can afford to lose one Senate seat.