After the Democrats wrapped up their big convention in Chicago, the Republican nominee began planning his counterattack. In the wake of Harris’s success at the Democratic convention, Trump adjusted his strategy, focusing on battleground states and young voters.
Former US President Donald Trump speaks in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, August 23, 2024. Photo: Getty Images/TTXVN
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is stepping up his campaign activities in response to the growing influence of his Democratic rival Kamala Harris, the Wall Street Journal reported on August 26. Following the resounding success of the Democratic convention in Chicago, where Harris cemented her image and attracted significant support, Trump is facing the challenge of adjusting his strategy to maintain his advantage in the 2024 presidential race. Concerned that Harris will receive more support after the convention, Trump has announced a new phase of his campaign, with a busier schedule in battleground states and increased efforts to reach out to young voters. Former President Trump's advisers said he would be more active after maintaining a modest pace before, when President Joe Biden was his main rival. The shift signals a new focus on key issues that Harris could struggle with, in an effort to reduce her support. Increased activity in battleground states Against that backdrop, Mr. Trump has begun a series of events in battleground states, including a speech at a National Guard convention in Detroit, Michigan, on August 26. He will then hold events elsewhere in Michigan and Wisconsin on August 29, followed by a rally in Pennsylvania on August 30. Mr. Trump is also planning several interviews and, after a long absence, has resumed regular posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, where he has nearly 90 million followers. The efforts are aimed at strategic voters, especially women, a group that the Trump campaign believes can help it win the election. One of Trump’s most notable campaign moves was his pledge not to ban abortion nationwide, a highly contentious issue during the campaign. Trump’s running mate, Sen. JD Vance, has said they would veto any legislation that would impose a nationwide ban on abortion. That message, along with Trump’s pledge to protect women’s reproductive rights, was intended to ease concerns among women voters about his stance on the issue. While Harris focused on cementing her image as a strong and decisive leader, Trump spent the week attacking her directly. He criticized Harris on crime and immigration issues and insisted that she won the nomination without a primary. Trump also received a key endorsement from independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who dropped out of the race and endorsed Trump. The endorsement helps Trump attract more support from disaffected Republicans, and could undermine Harris’s support among moderates. At the same time, the Trump campaign has expanded its reach, focusing in particular on small-scale events and alternative media. Interviews on X (formerly Twitter) and podcasts, where Trump can reach young and undecided voters, are part of his new strategy. At the same time, Trump’s team has also outlined plans to reach black voters through podcasts aimed at that community, emphasizing the importance of expanding influence in minority communities. In addition, Mr. Trump has begun holding smaller rallies and events in battleground states like Arizona, where he has emphasized border and economic issues, areas where his campaign believes Ms. Harris is vulnerable. These rallies not only save Mr. Trump money, but also allow him to focus on his key messages, which he often struggles with at large rallies. Challenges Ahead While Mr. Trump’s campaign has made some progress, the Republican candidate still faces many challenges in maintaining his advantage over Ms. Harris. Polls show Ms. Harris leading Trump in some battleground states, but the gap is small and still within the margin of error. This suggests that the race is still very competitive and could change quickly as we get closer to Election Day. While Trump’s campaign continues to criticize Harris as too liberal for America, his advisers have also warned of the risks of focusing too much on personal attacks. They have encouraged Trump to focus on specific policy issues, which he has sought to do in recent events. But given his outspoken personality and signature campaign style, Trump may have trouble sticking to that strategy. Overall, Trump’s pushback against Harris’s rise represents a significant strategic shift as the race for the White House becomes increasingly tense.
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