Polls Indicate German Support for Kamala Harris in U.S. Election
A recent Ipsos survey reveals that if Germany could vote in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris would secure a significant victory over former President Donald Trump. Approximately two-thirds of German respondents expressed their preference for Harris, while only 12% indicated support for Trump. This trend has been consistent in previous surveys, with 77% favoring Harris in August, highlighting her strong appeal across various political affiliations in Germany.
The survey findings show particularly high support for Harris among Green Party supporters (86%), followed closely by the CDU/CSU (84%) and SPD (83%). Interestingly, Trump garnered more support from AfD supporters, with 42% preferring him over Harris (31%). The gender dynamics of the poll also reveal that while more men (16%) lean towards Trump compared to women (8%), Harris enjoys nearly equal support among both genders, with 68% of men and 67% of women favoring her.
Trump Campaign Accuses UK Labor Party of Election Interference
In a related political development, Donald Trump's campaign has accused the U.K. Labor Party of interfering in the U.S. election following a planned trip by nearly 100 Labor activists to support Harris in key swing states. A complaint was filed with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) alleging
The Trump campaign's complaint claims that the Labor Party's involvement constitutes foreign interference, although FEC rules permit foreign nationals to volunteer in campaigns as long as they do not participate in decision-making processes. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended the actions of Labor staff, clarifying that their involvement is voluntary and conducted in their personal capacity.
The tension between Trump's campaign and the British government could complicate U.S.-U.K. relations, especially as Starmer aims to maintain neutrality in the election. The Labor Party's relationship with the Democrats has historically been friendly, but Starmer has emphasized that his administration will work with whichever candidate emerges victorious in the election.
The Shift in Economic Consensus: Harris and Trump Unite
Despite their differing political ideologies, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump share a critical view of the
Washington Consensus,
the economic framework that has guided U.S. policy since World War II. They argue that this consensus, which promotes free trade and economic integration, has failed to protect American communities from deindustrialization and has inadequately addressed the rise of China as a global player. This shared perspective indicates a significant shift in the political landscape, as both candidates call for a reevaluation of America's economic policies in response to contemporary challenges.
