Middle East Crisis Looms Over Election

Published: Tue, 10/22/24

Updated: Thu, 10/24/24

The conflict between Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah continues to affect the Jewish, Arab, and Muslim vote as Harris attempts to balance her distributed support and Trump claims the conflict wouldn't have happened under him.Insert Preheader


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Middle East Crisis Looms Over Election

Associated Press

The conflict between Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah continues to affect the Jewish, Arab, and Muslim vote as Harris attempts to balance her distributed support and Trump claims the conflict wouldn't have happened under him.

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Harris, Trump Dead Heat in Swing States

Reuters

Harris and Trump are neck and neck in seven battleground states. Harris leads in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin, while Trump leads in North Carolina, and they are tied in Nevada.

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Will Pollsters Blow It Again?

Wall Street Journal

With 2020 being one of the most "inaccurate performances" in 40 years, pollsters are analyzing the tactics of that election to see what the industry should be doing four years later — but there is concern and skepticism in polls' abilities.

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Central Park Five Sue Trump

CNN

The “Central Park Five” sued Trump for defamation over his September debate comments, alleging he falsely claimed they pled guilty to the 1989 case despite their 2002 exoneration.

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Is Musk’s Giveaway Election Interference?

Al Jazeera

Elon Musk’s daily $1 million giveaway to swing state voters who sign a pro-Trump petition faces legal scrutiny since it could violate election laws on voter inducement.

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Campaign Divides Famous Philly Deli

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Philly’s Hymie’s Deli faced backlash after appearing in a pro-Trump ad for the Republican Jewish Coalition, with owner Louis Barson clarifying he'd also welcome Harris’ campaign.

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They Lost It All, but Still Voting

Politico

Voters in western North Carolina, many still reeling from Hurricane Helene’s devastation, showed up for early voting, with both parties scrambling to mobilize support amid the wreckage.

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Olivia Nuzzi Out at NY Magazine

New York Magazine

New York Magazine cut ties with Olivia Nuzzi after an external review cleared her of bias. Though not mentioned in the statement, this follows undisclosed revelations of a relationship with RFK Jr.

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Harris' Work at McDonalds Explained

The Daily Telegraph

Kamala Harris’ claim of working at McDonald’s during college sparked campaign drama, with Trump calling her a liar and McDonald’s saying they have no records to confirm it.

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The Chronically Underestimated Harris

National Review

Despite critics labeling Harris a "dunce," her billion-dollar fundraising, political savvy, and undefeated record reveal her underestimated rise and potential path to the presidency.

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Jill Stein Just Won't Stop

New York Times

People in Jill Stein’s life have implored her to abandon her bid for president, lest she throw the election to Donald Trump. She’s on the ballot in almost every critical state.

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Cook Shifts PA Senate to Toss-up

The Hill

Cook Political Report shifted PA’s Senate race to a "toss-up," citing a narrowing gap between Sen. Bob Casey and Republican David McCormick, just 15 days before the election.

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Bank of America Boss Loses Job

New York Post

Bank of America removed executive Gary Howe from a top division after junior banker Leo Lukenas’ death sparked outrage over 100-hour workweeks and Wall Street’s grueling culture.

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What the Leaked Israeli Intel Shows

BBC

Leaked U.S. intelligence documents suggest Israel is preparing a long-range missile strike on Iran, prompting investigations into whether the leak was due to a hack or insider breach.

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Trump Assassination "Preventable"

CBS News

A House task force's report found the July Trump assassination attempt was "preventable," citing coordination and communication failures among the Secret Service and law enforcement.

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What if the Electoral College Is Tied?

538

In a race to 270, what happens if a historic 269-269 vote occurs in the electoral college? Though statistically improbable, third party votes and the distribution of battleground state electoral votes lead to the most probable tie scenarios.

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"I Love It to the Death of Me"

Sports Illustrated

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, back from concussion protocol, rejected calls to retire, stating, “I love this game to the death of me,” as he prepares to face the Cardinals Sunday.

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Booby-Trapped Yard Sign in VA

Fox 5 Washington DC

A political sign featuring Kamala Harris stirred up safety concerns and was investigated after a resident tipped it to police, who found there was no threat or illegality.

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ELO Will Finally Switch Off

Louder Sound

Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra announced their final show will be at London’s Hyde Park on July 13, 2025, concluding their Over And Out tour and 50-year music career.

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Navajo Code Talker Gone at 107

United Press International

John Kinsel Sr., one of the last surviving Navajo Code Talkers who used their language to send unbreakable codes during WWII, died at 107, leaving only two Code Talkers remaining.

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Is Misogyny a Hate Crime Motive?

For the Left

A District Court in South Korea upheld a sentence acknowledging misogyny as a motive for hate crime, which activist groups in the country tout as a breakthrough for women’s rights. 

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For the Right

A new international study estimated over 12,000 annual wildfire smoke-related deaths occurred in the 2010s - up by hundreds since the 1960s - significantly impacting South America, Australia, and Europe.  

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