JD Vance defends Harris childless cat ladies comment

Republican vice presidential nominee, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) speaks at a campaign rally at Radford University on July 22, 2024 in Radford, Virginia. Alex Wong | Getty Images Sen. JD Vance, the running mate of former President Donald Trump, on Friday defended his comments accusing key Democrats — including Vice President Kamala Harris — … Read more

Obama endorses Kamala Harris as she builds momentum against Donald Trump

WASHINGTON — Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, in a short video released Friday by the Harris campaign. The 55-second clip shows the vice president walking backstage at an event, heading toward her motorcade and answering the phone call on speaker. “Aww, hi, you’re both together! Oh, … Read more

Harris Israel support ‘unwavering’ after Netanyahu meeting

Vice President Kamala Harris said “Israel has a right to defend itself … and how it does matters.” Harris’ remarks followed a meeting she held with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington Thursday. “It is time for this war to end and end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are … Read more

Kamala Harris blasts Trump agenda in teachers union speech

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers the keynote speech at the American Federation of Teachers’ 88th National Convention in Houston, July 25, 2024. Brendan Smialowski | AFP | Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris in a fiery speech Thursday blasted the policy agenda of former President Donald Trump as one of “chaos, fear and hate,” after … Read more

Harris Trump debate should be Sept. 10, without ‘backpedaling’

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to reporters upon arrival at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on July 25, 2024. Brendan Smialowski | AFP | Getty Images De facto Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris said Thursday she is “ready to debate” her Republican rival, former President Donald Trump. “I think that voters deserve to see the … Read more

Melania Trump memoir release set before 2024 election

Melania Trump speaks from the podium on the first night of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 18, 2016. Mark Reinstein | Archive Photos | Getty Images Former first lady Melania Trump’s upcoming memoir will hit bookstores on Sept. 24, her publisher tells CNBC, just weeks before the presidential election on Nov. … Read more

Elon Musk never told me he would give $45 million a month

Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks as he campaigns in Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. July 24, 2024.  Marco Bello | Reuters Donald Trump on Thursday said Elon Musk “never told me” he would pledge $45 million a month to support Trump’s presidential bid, days after the Tesla and SpaceX CEO denied … Read more

Wall Street sinks, Tesla slumps

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 24, 2024 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they … Read more

Wall Street sinks, Ford slumps

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 24, 2024 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no matter where they … Read more

Biden explains election exit, touts Harris over Trump

President Joe Biden on Wednesday night told the American public that “the defense of democracy is more important than any title,” as he explained his stunning decision to drop out of the presidential election and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s nominee. “I draw strength, and find joy, in working for the … Read more