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Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris is the Democratic Party candidate for the 2024 US presidential election. She'd be the first woman to hold the top job and in 2020, was the first Black woman and Indian American to become vice president.

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September 13, 2024

US: Donald Trump rules out repeat debate with Kamala Harris

September 11, 2024

US: Harris and Trump shake hands at 9/11 memorial

September 11, 2024

Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president

September 11, 2024

US presidential debate: Harris, Trump clash over key issues

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Reports & Analysis

Taylor Swift in a glittering bodysuit on state during a concert of her Eras Tour. She's looking straight at the camera and pointing.

Taylor Swift and the US election: Do endorsements matter?

Taylor Swift and the US election: Do endorsements matter?

Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, were overjoyed when the singer shared her support for the Democratic team.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 2024
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Will Trump or Harris make or break NATO?

Will Trump or Harris make or break NATO?

Donald Trump is a NATO skeptic, while Kamala Harris has described her commitment to the military alliance as ‘ironclad.’
PoliticsSeptember 19, 202401:33 min
Erklärer im Vorfeld zur US Wahl | Gaza

How would Trump or Harris handle Israel and Gaza?

How would Trump or Harris handle Israel and Gaza?

Both candidates say they’ll stand by Israel, while Harris has been more outspoken on Palestinian rights.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 202401:32 min
Erklärer im Vorfeld zur US Wahl | China

How would Trump or Harris tackle tensions with China?

How would Trump or Harris tackle tensions with China?

Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris see China as the top US challenger. But they differ on trade and Taiwan policy.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 202401:33 min
Modi (center) raises his hand while speaking to US Congress, with Kamala Harris and Speaker Kevin McCarthy behind him

US election: Indian Americans are a growing political force

US election: Indian Americans are a growing political force

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for a high-profile visit to the US, with the election campaign in full swing.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 2024
Billie Eilish singing in a microphone.

Use, and misuse, of music in US presidential campaigns

Use, and misuse, of music in US presidential campaigns

As Billie Eilish endorses Kamala Harris, here's a look at the history of music in political campaigns.
MusicSeptember 18, 2024
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In the spotlight

The presidential debate between US Vice President Kamala Harris and former US President Donald Trump shows on a screen in Mexico. In the background are rows of tents. A man walks past.

Fact check: Harris-Trump presidential debate claims debunked

The debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris was full of false and misleading claims. DW debunks fact from fiction.
PoliticsSeptember 11, 2024
Housewife baking in her fitted kitchen with gas hob and gas boiler for heating the water

'Tradwives': Where well-dressed wives and far-right meet?

Glamorous moms are celebrating conventional gender roles on TikTok. Are they also serving far-right political aims?
CultureAugust 29, 2024
Kamala Harris smiles broadly and claps her hands while standing at a podium. Behind her, people in the crowd hold placards reading "Kamala"

Why Kamala Harris' laugh is a secret weapon

Laughter seems to be an intrinsic part of Harris' presidential campaign, much to the chagrin of Donald Trump.
CultureAugust 14, 2024
Voters cast their ballots for early voting during previous midterm elections in the United States.

Campaign cash: Will corporate America decide US election?

The US election campaign is a costly affair, aided by donations from the superrich. Does money decide the outcome?
BusinessAugust 14, 2024
Ret. Gen. Ben Hodges looks at the camera, speaking in a video call

Ben Hodges: Harris White House would be good for Ukraine

"Ukraine has the right to defend itself," said retired US Army General Ben Hodges, speaking with DW in Washington.
ConflictsAugust 10, 202415:25 min
A distorted image of Kamala Harris speaking

Hate speech targets Kamala Harris on social media

Racist and sexist disinformation has targeted Kamala Harris for years. What would be different if she were a white male?
PoliticsAugust 7, 2024
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