Trump Meets Zelensky Amid Harris' Mexico Border Visit
Trump Meets With Zelensky
Former President Donald J. Trump is meeting with Ukraine’s leader as Vice President Kamala Harris heads to the southern border on Friday, turning the focus of the 2024 campaign to foreign policy and immigration.
On Friday, appearing together at Trump Tower in Manhattan before their meeting, Mr. Trump shook hands with the Ukrainian leader, President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating that it was an honor to have the president with us. Mr. Zelensky added that we have a common view that the war in Ukraine has to be stopped.
Mr. Trump has promised to bring a swift end to the war but has not offered substantive details on how he would negotiate peace between Ukraine and Russia. He has long criticized the Biden administration’s support for Ukraine, mocking Mr. Zelensky as a salesman seeking federal financial aid.
Harris Focuses on Immigration
Vice President Harris met with Mr. Zelensky at a White House event on Thursday, pledging continued American support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion. This afternoon, she travels to Douglas, Arizona, for her first visit to the U.S.-Mexico border since her Democratic presidential nomination.
- Mr. Trump criticized Ms. Harris over her handling of border security.
- Ms. Harris's campaign stop aims to counter Trump's promises of mass deportations.
Next week, the Biden administration is expected to take action regarding its policy on asylum for migrants crossing the southern border illegally, according to sources.
Election Day Approaches
With only 39 days until Election Day, here’s what else to know:
- Trump Indoors: Security concerns have shifted a planned rally to an indoor venue in Wisconsin.
- Florida and Texas: Democrats are focusing efforts on these pivotal Senate races.
- Training Poll Watchers: The Republican National Committee has appointed Jack Posobiec for this role.
- Harris's Economic Strategy: The vice president's campaign highlights improving poll numbers regarding economic issues.
- Melania Trump Speaks: In a rare interview, Melania blamed the media and Democrats for political violence.
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