News for 'Former Democratic Presidential'

Nikki Haley, not Vivek Ramaswamy, can defeat Biden: Poll

Nikki Haley, not Vivek Ramaswamy, can defeat Biden: Poll

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Indian American Nikki Haley is the only Republican presidential aspirant who can defeat President Joe Biden in the November 2024 polls, a CNN poll has revealed.

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

A wedding proposal, protests and scandal: Democratic Convention begins

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The Democratic convention to anoint Hillary Clinton as the presidential nominee and make her the first woman flagbearer of any major American political party began on Monday.

We will prevail: Trump hints at 2024 presidential bid

We will prevail: Trump hints at 2024 presidential bid

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Committee in Orlando, Florida on Sunday, the 74-year-old leader, who left the White House on January 20, stopped short of announcing to run for the president in 2024, although he gave enough indications that he is moving in that direction.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Trump wins New Hampshire Republican primary; Haley vows to fight on

Trump wins New Hampshire Republican primary; Haley vows to fight on

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

By winning the New Hampshire primary after the Iowa Caucus, Trump has made the strongest ever case to be the Republican party's nominee for the November presidential elections.

Biden calls QUAD allies India, Japan along with China, Russia 'xenophobic'

Biden calls QUAD allies India, Japan along with China, Russia 'xenophobic'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Biden has been under attack from his opponents and the Republican Party for his immigration policies as hundreds and thousands of illegal immigrants enter the United States every month.

Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison passes away

Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison passes away

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The author of 11 novels, she won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1993, having published her first novel, The Bluest Eye, in 1970.

Bernie Sanders to run for 2020 Presidential race

Bernie Sanders to run for 2020 Presidential race

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

It will be his second consecutive bid for the Democratic nomination after losing to Hillary Clinton in 2016.

Clinton's close aide Neera Tanden joins Obama

Clinton's close aide Neera Tanden joins Obama

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Neera Tanden, 38, one of Senator Hillary Clinton's closest aides and confidantes, has joined the campaign of Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama and will relocate to the campaign headquarters in Chicago this week. Sources told rediff.com that unlike Clinton's former campaign manager Patti Solis Doyle, who was pushed out of the campaign and then jumped on the Obama campaign bandwagon, Clinton backed Tanden's decision to join the Democratic presidential nominee

Hillary Clinton endorses Biden's bid for White House

Hillary Clinton endorses Biden's bid for White House

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Clinton, who herself was the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, announced her support during a virtual townhall with Biden, a former US vice president. "I am thrilled to be part of your campaign -- to not only endorse you but to help highlight a lot of the issues that are at stake in this presidential election," she told Biden during the joint livestream, according to The Hill.

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Ronald Rowe Jr said that the suspect did not have a line of sight of Trump and was not able to get any shots off at the agents who were sweeping the course, according to a Politico report.

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Kamala Harris enters US presidential race

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

In a video, announcing her candidacy for the office, Harris said, "Justice. Decency. Equality. Freedom. Democracy. These aren't just words. They're the values we as Americans cherish. And they're all on the line now. The future of our country depends on you and millions of others lifting our voices to fight for our American values. That's why I'm running for president of the United States."

Look who showed up at Trump's inauguration

Look who showed up at Trump's inauguration

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

A gaggle of past presidents, prominent Senators, and other famous and eminent personalities gathered at Capitol Hill for the swearing-in ceremony of Donald J Trump as the 45th President of the United States.

What Kamala Harris said at her first campaign rally

What Kamala Harris said at her first campaign rally

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Republican presidential candidate and former president Donald Trump is relying on support from billionaires and big corporations, while hers is a people powered campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Tuesday addressing her first election rally, a day after she became the presumptive presidential nominee of the Democratic Party.

'Against Trump, Kamala Is Formidable'

'Against Trump, Kamala Is Formidable'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'Just think about it. She's a prosecutor, he's a convicted felon. I love that juxtaposition.' 'She's a woman, and she's black and South Asian. He's a white guy who grew up with enormous [wealth].' 'She grew up in a very average, lower middle class/middle class kind of setting with a single mother.'

What Links Trump With This President?

What Links Trump With This President?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Like Grover Cleveland, Donald Trump won election as president, lost the next election and won a third election to the US presidency.

US court disqualifies Donald Trump from 2024 US presidency

US court disqualifies Donald Trump from 2024 US presidency

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Colorado election officials have said the matter needs to be settled by January 5, which is the statutory deadline to set the list of candidates for the GOP primary scheduled for March 5.

Biden, De Niro are new targets of suspicious packages

Biden, De Niro are new targets of suspicious packages

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

The police and bomb disposal squads have been so far successful in safely defusing these crude bombs, which appears to have been sent by the same sender.

I'm supposed to be dead...I'm still here: Trump

I'm supposed to be dead...I'm still here: Trump

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Trump also said he appreciated the call he received from President Joe Biden, also expected to be his rival in the election, according to the Post, calling it "fine" and "very nice."

Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Dubbed as the "Super Bowl of American Democracy", Trump, 74, and Biden, 77, would respond to questions on their track record, the Supreme Court, economy, race and violence in cities and integrity of the elections at the Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio -- a key battleground state.

Look at India, the air is filthy: Trump at presidential debate

Look at India, the air is filthy: Trump at presidential debate

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Trump has repeatedly blamed countries like India and China for not doing enough on climate change, labelling them as regions with air that is impossible to breathe.

Biden, Trump sweep Super Tuesday primaries, rematch is on

Biden, Trump sweep Super Tuesday primaries, rematch is on

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Super Tuesday is an important phase of presidential primaries when the early contests are over, and voters from multiple states cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date. Almost all the results were one-sided in favour of Trump except for Vermont, where the winning difference was about one per cent.

Almost fell asleep: Biden on debate debacle against Trump

Almost fell asleep: Biden on debate debacle against Trump

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The White House acknowledged that Biden did not have a "great (debate) night,", but asserted that he knew how to get things done and is ready to run the country for the next four years.

Hillary launches new political action group

Hillary launches new political action group

Rediff.com16 May 2017

The new group's website said it aimed to advance progressive values.

Trump, Biden spar over Covid, race, climate in final presidential debate

Trump, Biden spar over Covid, race, climate in final presidential debate

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Donald Trump is one of the "most racist presidents" in modern history, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden said, as he tore into the current United States president during the final presidential debate and accused him of pouring "fuel on every racist fire".

Will protect democratic freedom in Lanka: Fonseka

Will protect democratic freedom in Lanka: Fonseka

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

Sri Lanka's former top general Sarath Fonseka, who resigned last week following a spat with President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has vowed to protect democratic freedom and human rights, amid reports that he may contest the presidential polls as an opposition candidate.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

Dance parties and bubbly! Biden supporters celebrate the win

Dance parties and bubbly! Biden supporters celebrate the win

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

Dance parties, fireworks and high-fiving strangers were some of the scenes that America witnessed after media organisations declared that former United States Vice President Joe Biden beat President Donald Trump.

What If Trump Wins A Second Term?

What If Trump Wins A Second Term?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Although India-US relations have strengthened significantly in recent years, partly because of the security situation in the region, the Indian policy establishment would have to be prepared to protect India's interests in a world that could get more unpredictable.

Jolt to Muizzu as pro-India party wins Male mayoral polls amid row

Jolt to Muizzu as pro-India party wins Male mayoral polls amid row

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

The Maldives media reported Azim's win as a 'landslide' and 'victory by a large margin.'

He'll be a president for all families: Jill Biden on poll triumph

He'll be a president for all families: Jill Biden on poll triumph

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

With Biden's victory, Jill, who has been an educator for decades, will become the First Lady of the United States.

'China Will Be India's Main Concern In Sri Lanka'

'China Will Be India's Main Concern In Sri Lanka'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'Will President Dissanayake calibrate his foreign policy taking into account India's immediate security concerns? We need to watch.'

Secret Service sends more agents to Delaware anticipating Biden win

Secret Service sends more agents to Delaware anticipating Biden win

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Upon a presidential win, the USSS detail for a president-elect would get larger and mirror the size and scope of a President. Additional airspace security measures are also implemented, a source familiar with USSS protocols said.

Trump holds lead, Clinton losing ground in New Hampshire, reveal polls

Trump holds lead, Clinton losing ground in New Hampshire, reveal polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Republican presidential front-runner Donald Front is holding forte in New Hampshire with a double digit lead over his nearest rival Marco Rubio while Democratic presidential aspirant Bernie Sanders has a massive lead over Hillary Clinton.

Trump retweets video of him hitting Clinton with a golf ball

Trump retweets video of him hitting Clinton with a golf ball

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

The animated image, which the president retweeted on Sunday, also shows Clinton tripping and falling after being hit in the back as she boards a plane in 2011 as the secretary of state, CNN reported.

Biden against 2nd debate if Trump still suffers from COVID-19

Biden against 2nd debate if Trump still suffers from COVID-19

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The second debate is scheduled for October 15 in Miami and the final one on October 22 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Trump defeats Haley on her home turf South Carolina

Trump defeats Haley on her home turf South Carolina

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Former United States president Donald Trump was projected to win the crucial South Carolina primary, beating his Indian-American rival and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, major American media outlets said minutes after the closing of the polls Saturday.

Gun control and e-mails: Highlights from US Democratic debate

Gun control and e-mails: Highlights from US Democratic debate

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Rediff.com tries to recap the debate and presents the highlights from the event.

RS win morale booster for BJP ahead of Presidential poll

RS win morale booster for BJP ahead of Presidential poll

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

The Rajya Sabha elections have again highlighted dissension and lack of cohesion in the opposition ranks from Maharashtra to Karnataka and Haryana.

It's official! It'll be Trump vs Biden for US president

It's official! It'll be Trump vs Biden for US president

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The 77-year-old former US vice president on Friday night took his tally of pledged delegates over the halfway mark of 1,991 from a total of 3,979, thus becoming eligible to earn the Democratic Party's presidential nomination.