Top Political Updates: Trump and Harris in the Limelight

U.S. domestic news highlights Trump's appeal against the E. Jean Carroll verdict, endorsements for Kamala Harris from Republican figures, Janet Yellen's potential exit, and endorsements from company executives and law enforcement for Harris. The Georgia shooting, Trump's strategies, and Harris' battleground state tour are also covered.

In recent developments, Donald Trump's lawyer has called for an appeals court to dismiss a $5 million verdict finding Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. Trump's legal team argues that the testimony from two other female accusers was improperly admitted in court. Trump took a pause from his campaign to attend the hearing on Friday.

Kamala Harris has received endorsements from prominent GOP figures, Dick Cheney and his daughter Liz, which she described as 'courageous' acts. Harris is preparing for her debate against Trump on September 10. Meanwhile, more than 90 company executives and over 100 law enforcement officials have publicly backed Harris, citing her prosecutorial experience and commitment to reducing gun violence.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced she is likely to exit her role after President Joe Biden's term ends, although she may meet her Chinese counterpart soon. Questions regarding her future at the Texas Tribune Festival emphasized her possible departure from high-level government service.

A Georgia courtroom saw both Colin and Colt Gray face charges related to a shooting at Apalachee High School. This case introduces a new legal strategy scrutinizing parental responsibility in youth-related crimes.

As both Trump and Harris campaign in key states, Trump focuses on economic policies, immigration, and inflation, particularly targeting Black voters in Georgia. Harris, accompanied by her running mate Tim Walz, plans to visit battleground states to solidify support ahead of the November 5 election.

In Kentucky, police search continues for a shooter who targeted vehicles on Interstate 75, wounding seven people. Additionally, a New York judge has delayed Trump's sentencing in his hush money case till after the election, to avoid perceptions of political interference.

Wrapping up his small-town Wisconsin rally, Trump vowed to enforce stringent tariffs and clamped down on immigration, reiterating his stand on protecting American jobs and safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)