On Politics

Mon Sep 16 2024

Rebecca Morin | Senior National News Reporter

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Hello! I'm Rebecca Morin, senior national news reporter at USA TODAY. Been blasting some of my favorite Mexican artists (Girl Ultra anyone?) in honor of Mexican Independence Day.

15 days until the vice presidential debate. 50 days until Election Day.

Suspect in Trump assassination attempt charged

The suspect in the apparent botched assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was charged Monday. Suspect Ryan Routh, 58, was being held on charges of possession of a firearm while a convicted felon and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number. Read more.

•	Routh did not fire any shots while outside Trump International Golf Course, David Aronberg, the state attorney for Palm Beach County, confirmed to USA TODAY.
•	Trump assassination attempt in Florida: Who is suspect Ryan Routh?
•	Watch: How hard is it for Secret Service to protect Trump?

Trump praises law enforcement response after latest assassination attempt

Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, on Truth Social thanked law enforcement for their "outstanding" response to the assassination attempt, including the U.S. Secret Service and West Palm Beach police. Read more.

A politics pit stop

•	JD Vance says he does not regret spreading baseless rumors of migrants eating pets
•	Soviet-style rifle used in Trump assassination attempt, experts online say
•	Biden calls on Congress to give Secret Service 'more help' after second Trump assassination attempt
•	House panel wants Secret Service briefing on new Trump assassination attempt
•	Secret Service's elevated presence thwarted potential second Trump assassination attempt

Is Taylor Swift endorsing Kamala Harris a touchdown with voters?

Pop Superstar Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris. Marina Pitofsky, USA TODAY editor (and the On Politics editor!) went to Kansas City and a Chiefs game on Sunday to see exactly what voters think. Most weren't surprised by the endorsement. Read more.

You asked, On Politics answers: Latino political power

One question from a reader: Where is the Latino political power in this country?

While there are states with high percentages of Latino voters (think California, Texas and Florida ), Latino voters in other key battleground states are going to play a huge role in the 2024 election. Yes, Latinos hold the most power in states like Arizona and Nevada, which will help decide who will be the next president. But as one of the fastest voting blocs in the country, Latinos will also play a role in other battlegrounds.

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