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The Promise, and Risks, in Turning to Kamala Harris

View in browser July 23, 2024, 4:00 a.m. Eastern time Top News Harris Clinches Majority of Delegates as She Closes In on Nomination On her first full day in the race, Kamala Harris drew endorsements from her final possible rivals, hauled in record sums of cash and attacked Donald Trump. The Promise, and Risks, in Turning to Kamala Harris In a sprint of a race, Ms. Harris is poised to attack Donald Trump on his felonies and, in a 2024 twist, his age, but Republicans will be galvanized to fight her, too. How Kamala Harris Will Try to Put Trump on Defense Democrats are eager for her to deploy lines of attack that come more naturally than they did for President Biden, including on issues like abortion rights and the rule of law. Editors' Picks A Culture War on Wheels Elon Musk's Cybertruck is inspiring a lot of strong feelings. Opinion | Is It a Mistake for Democrats to Go All In on Harris? Four Columnists on the Party's Moves. As Democratic leaders fall in line behind Harris, her strengths and weaknesses warrant a closer look. Today's Videos Video | Strikes Kill Dozens in Gaza as Israel Orders Evacuation in Khan Younis Dozens of people have been killed or wounded in Khan Younis by Israeli strikes, according to aid workers. The Israeli military ordered the evacuation as it prepares to "operate against" Hamas. Video | Wildfires Burn More Than 620,000 Acres in Oregon and Washington There were 22 fires burning in Oregon and six in Washington on Sunday, according to the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center. Video | Harris Commends Biden's Record at N.C.A.A. White House Event A day after being endorsed by President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at an event celebrating N.C.A.A. champions where she praised Biden and spoke fondly about her friendship with Beau Biden. World Biden Shepherded Europe on Ukraine and NATO. What Happens Now? President Biden's stance on Ukraine was shaped by a deep commitment to America's trans-Atlantic alliance. Some Europeans fear he may be among the last of his kind. Netanyahu, Who Clashed With Biden, Prepares for a Delicate Farewell The Israeli prime minister could expect a freer hand if Donald J. Trump returns to the presidency. But he must rely on President Biden for another six months. A U.K. Deportation Plan Cost $900 Million. Only Four People Left. Britain's last Conservative government spent almost a billion dollars on its controversial plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, the newly appointed minister for immigration said Monday. See more world news U.S. Seeking Answers, Lawmakers From Both Parties Ask Secret Service Chief to Quit In a hearing on Capitol Hill, Director Kimberly A. Cheatle declined to answer questions about the lapses in protection that allowed a gunman to fire at former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pa. Frustrated Californians May Be Ready for a Tougher Approach to Crime Shoplifting and fentanyl use have tested the patience of California voters, who will decide in November whether to impose stricter laws that would lead to more incarceration. Illinois State Police Releases Footage of Deputy Fatally Shooting Woman The woman, Sonya Massey, 36, called 911 on July 6 because she believed there was an intruder in her home. She was fatally shot by a sheriff's deputy who has been fired and is charged with murder. See more U.S. news Politics Who Might Kamala Harris Pick as Her Running Mate? The first big decision for Ms. Harris: Who will be her running mate if she is nominated by the Democratic Party to run for president in August. Harris Raised $81 Million in First 24 Hours as Candidate The funds will help rebuild a Democratic war chest that was at risk of being depleted in the weeks of uncertainty after President Biden's poor debate, as big donors put a pause on fund-raising. If Harris Is the Nominee, It Still Won't Be Easy to Beat Trump Biden's age hasn't been the only concern voters have been telling pollsters about recently. See more political news Business Delta Cancels More Flights as It Struggles to Recover From Tech Outage Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg singled out the airline on Sunday for ongoing disruptions and "unacceptable" customer service as it continued to cancel flights. Investors React to Election Upheaval, Reassessing Their Political Bets A new Democratic ticket could alter investors' perceived election odds, with implications for stocks, bonds, the dollar and more. See more business news Technology In Silicon Valley, Where Trump Made Inroads, Democrats Are Now Invigorated Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen and others have endorsed Donald J. Trump. But President Biden's withdrawal has re-energized Democrats across the tech industry and may blunt that momentum. The Voices Young Conservatives Are Listening to Online Thirty people ages 18 to 30 said they sought out individuals with strong opinions, especially those they see as outside the mainstream media. A.I. Can Write Poetry, but It Struggles With Math A.I.'s math problem reflects how much the new technology is a break with computing's past. See more technology news Sports The Decathlete Who Picked Up a Gun About 500 top-level Ukrainian athletes and coaches have died in the war. Volodymyr Androshchuk promised his loved ones he would make it back. Hosting the Olympics Costs Billions. What Does a City Get Back? The Games are supposed to be a fast track to urban renewal. The reality is often the opposite. When Sports Games Feel Like Casinos, Players Rarely Win Popular franchises like NBA 2K, FC and Madden entice players to keep spending. Critics say it's ruining the games. See more sports news Arts Darren Walker, Who Reoriented the Ford Foundation, Will Step Down Mr. Walker, who oversaw $7 billion in grants, plans to leave at the end of 2025 after what will have been 12 years. 'Lady in the Lake' Review: Not Just Another Baltimore Mystery Natalie Portman stars in an elaborate adaptation of Laura Lippman's novel about a pair of 1960s murders. At 'Slave Play' in London, a 'Black Out' Night Emerges From Controversy Critics slammed the idea of "restricting audiences on the basis of race," but at a recent performance, Black spectators praised producers for creating a safe space. See more arts news New York Chair of Police Oversight Board Resigns After Mayor Adams Pushes Her Out Arva Rice, who led the Civilian Complaint Review Board, had criticized the Police Department and sought more power and funding for the independent agency. They Drive for a Living and Say New York Traffic Is 'the Worst Ever' There are more than 90,000 taxis, Ubers and Lyfts in New York City, making it hard for those drivers — and everyone else — to maneuver through the streets. How Well Do You Know Literary Brooklyn? This bustling borough of New York City has been the setting for many novels — including the books in this short quiz. See more New York news Media & Advertising One Night of TV Canceled a President President Biden's decision to bow out after a disastrous debate confirms that in a TikTok era, TV is still the biggest political arena. Hunter Biden Drops Lawsuit Against Fox News Over Nude Photos A judge also threw out a separate lawsuit against the network brought by a specialist in Russian disinformation. The Irreconcilable Versions of J.D. Vance in 'Hillbilly Elegy' Even before the Republican vice-presidential nominee aligned himself with Donald Trump, contradiction was central to his rags-to-riches biography. See more media & advertising news Science Here's Where Kamala Harris Stands on Climate She pursued polluters as attorney general in California and later staked out bold positions as a senator, including sponsorship of the Green New Deal. E.P.A. Announces $4.3 Billion in Funding for 25 Climate Projects States, tribes, local governments and territories sent in proposals aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions. A Fossil Mystery, Solved by a Spin Scientists could never explain how this fossil might have been a jellyfish. Then they flipped it on its head and discovered another animal. See more science news Well These Nutrients Can Strengthen Aging Bones Bone loss is a natural part of getting older, but prioritizing certain foods can help slow the process down. Impulsive and Hyperactive? It Doesn't Mean You Have A.D.H.D. Many other conditions have similar symptoms, experts say, so avoid the pull of self-diagnosis. For a Strong Body, You Need Strong Feet These three simple tests could save you a lot of pain in the long run. See more on Well Obituaries Duke Fakir, Last Surviving Member of the Four Tops, Dies at 88 He sang tenor on hits like "Standing in the Shadows of Love," "Reach Out, I'll Be There" and "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)." Tommy Robinson, Colorful Arkansas Sheriff and Congressman, Dies at 82 He gained national attention for his unorthodox approaches to policing in Little Rock and then went on to win three terms in the House of Representatives. See more Obituaries Opinion Guest Essay Joe Biden, My Friend and an American Hero He never surrendered the hope that a frail and fallible world could be made stronger if people could summon enough goodness and courage to build, rather than tear down. Paul Krugman Trump's Cynical Attempt to Pit Recent Immigrants Against Black Americans No, Black workers aren't being "decimated" by new immigrants. Guest Essay 'Politics Is About Tomorrow, Not Yesterday' Joe Biden must have accepted that he is yesterday, and chose to let the party move on. Katherine Miller Is This What Moving Toward Stability Feels Like? The past month in American politics has been exhausting. Guest Essay Why Are There Neo-Nazis on the Streets of Nashville? The shameless presence of white supremacists here tells us something about the similarity between the politics of the past and our political moment. New York Times Opinion How These 10 Democrats Would Fare Against Trump, Rated by Our Columnists and Writers Many party leaders are coalescing behind Kamala Harris, but some veteran Democrats — and many voters — are still grappling with who would fare best against Trump. Guest Essay Al Sharpton: How Democrats Can Get the Campaign Back on Track History will remember what this former lion of the Senate accomplished from the West Wing to improve Black communities across the nation. See more Opinion Need help? 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