US Domestic News: Harris Outspends Trump, Sinaloa Violence, and Early Voting Commences

This summary of current US domestic news briefs covers topics such as Kamala Harris' campaign expenditure outpacing Donald Trump's in August, the US ambassador denying responsibility for violence in Sinaloa, the start of in-person voting, and more including arson charges against a firefighter, Trump's debate rejection, and Biden's clemency prospects.

A summary of current US domestic news briefs provides insight into a variety of key topics. Kamala Harris' election campaign spent nearly three times as much as Donald Trump's in August, signaling a financial advantage heading into the November presidential election. Harris' campaign reported $174 million in spending, compared to Trump's $61 million, according to financial disclosures.

In Mexico, the US ambassador dismissed claims by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador that the US was partially responsible for the violence in Sinaloa, where intra-cartel wars have led to over 50 deaths. The conflict is linked to the arrest of well-known trafficker Ismael Zambada.

Meanwhile, Americans began casting in-person votes on Friday for a crucial presidential election, called the most important in generations by both Republican and Democratic leaders. The stakes are high as Kamala Harris frames Donald Trump as a threat to democracy, while Trump aims to protect the country from Democratic governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)