U.S. Domestic News Briefs: Political Dynamics and Natural Threats
The U.S. has been buzzing with political activity and natural threats. UAW President criticized Trump's ties with Musk. Harris gains more support among Black voters. Two states challenge the separation of church and state. Walz's Midwest credentials and handling of George Floyd protests spotlighted. Tropical Storm Debby causes fatalities.
In the sphere of U.S. domestic news, political figures and natural disasters dominate the headlines.
UAW President Shawn Fain criticized Donald Trump's ties to Elon Musk while supporting Kamala Harris. A Reuters poll found Harris more favored among Black voters compared to Biden. Trump's support among white voters has seen a slight rise recently.
Controversially, Louisiana and Oklahoma have enacted legislation that challenges the constitutional separation of church and state, igniting debates around religious influence in public schools.
Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz aimed to leverage Walz's Midwest appeal at rallies in Wisconsin and Michigan. Tropical Storm Debby, now off the Carolinas, has already claimed lives in Florida and Georgia. The Minnesota Supreme Court upheld a law restoring voting rights for felons, signed by Walz, who also faces scrutiny over his handling of the George Floyd protests.
(With inputs from agencies.)