Four days before the US presidential election, polls show no clear favorite. In key states, the difference in support between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is within the margin of statistical error. On Thursday, both candidates sought votes from voters in Nevada. Jennifer Lopez appeared alongside the Democrat.
More than 60 million voters have so far cast ballots by mail or in person in the US presidential election.
In key states, the difference in support for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump fluctuates within the limits of statistical error. Republican candidate during a rally in one of the so-called swinging states – Nevada – mobilized their supporters to vote.
– If you can't vote tomorrow, plan to do so. You must vote on Tuesday. Who of you hasn't voted yet? And who has already voted? See for yourself. Thank you, he said to the gathered crowd.
Jennifer Lopez alongside Harris
Harris also appeared in Nevada on Thursday. The Democratic candidate was accompanied by showbiz star Jennifer Lopez. She talked about why she doesn't support Donald Trump.
– He is constantly working to divide us. During the rally at Madison Square Garden, he reminded us who he really is and what he feels. Not only Puerto Ricans were offended that day, but every Latino in the country. Humanity, every decent person, was insulted, she emphasized.
Storm after words about the “floating island of garbage”
The artist referred to Trump's seven-hour rally at the famous Madison Square Garden in New Yorkwhich took place on Sunday, where a statement by stand-up comedian Tony Hinchcliffe aroused controversy. – I don't know if you know, but in the middle of the ocean there is now literally a floating island of garbage. “I think it's called Puerto Rico,” the comedian said.
The candidate of the Republican Party in his hometown was announced by the former first lady of the White House, Melania Trump. Tens of thousands of people participated in it. It was probably the biggest rally of the current campaign.
This caused outrage among citizens, some of whom have Puerto Rican roots. The president responded to these words Joe Biden and stated that “the only trash he sees are his supporters.” His statement may have suggested that he was referring to Trump's supporters, but the White House and Biden himself argue that he meant “hateful rhetoric.”
People born in Puerto Rico – an American island territory in the Caribbean – are automatically entitled to American citizenship and a US passport, but residents of the island do not pay US federal taxes, cannot vote in presidential elections and have no representation in Congress. However, their large diaspora in the US has the opportunity to cast their vote.
Artists, athletes, billionaires and politicians support presidential candidates
Both candidates for US president can count on the support of many celebrities.
Many celebrities traditionally support the Democrats Hollywood. Harris' list of supporters includes: actors: George Clooney, Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Aniston and director Steven Spielberg.
The incumbent vice president was also officially supported by pop stars. In addition to Jennifer Lopez, these include Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Cher and Neil Young as well as rappers Eminem, Bad Bunny and Lizzo. Among politicians, former Democratic US presidents such as 100-year-old Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. Some Republican Party politicians joined them: former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and Barbara Bush, wife of the late Republican President George Bush.
Among the athletes, Harris was supported by former basketball star Magic Johnson, Steph Curry, and Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr. The vice president can also count on billionaires, such as the founder of Microsoft Bill Gatesbusinessman Mark Cuban, Martha Stewart, businesswoman Tory Burch, Laurene Powell Jobs and Melinda French Gates.
The group of Trump supporters includes the Nicky Jam singer and other musicians such as Kid Rock, Amber Rose, Chris Janson, Jason Aldean and Azealia Banks. Actors who support it include: Mel Gibson, Dennis Quaid, Jon Voight, Rosanne Barr and Zachary Levi, and among the athletes – former Super Bowl champion Brett Farve, former wrestler Hulk Hogan and boxing legend Mike Tyson.
The former president (2017-2021) was also supported by: astronaut Buzz Aldrin, as well as billionaires, including: head of Tesla and SpaceX Elon Muskconstruction investor Steve Wynn, financier Bill Ackman, co-creator of the Netscape Navigator browser Marc Andreesen, businesswoman Diane Hendricks, Miriam Adelson.
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