Donald Trump vs Kamala Harris: Highlights from the US election campaign trail

Democratic hopes took a hit after President Joe Biden's underwhelming performance in the first presidential debate against Donald Trump on June 27. The 81-year-old president stumbled over his words and seemed forgetful, prompting concerns about his cognitive fitness for re-election. Although Biden brushed it off as just a "bad night," post-debate polls showed Trump gaining momentum. (Photo: Reuters)

At Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, chaos erupted after a popping sound caused panic, resulting in an injury to Trump's ear. Trump quickly sought cover behind the podium but soon stood up and silently mouthed "Fight, fight, fight!" to a cheering crowd, raising his fist—a moment that became iconic within minutes. The gunman, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was shot and killed on the spot by Secret Service agents. (Photo: Reuters)

During the September 11 presidential debate, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris clashed on major issues such as the economy, national security, and the pandemic. Trump defended his policies, emphasizing economic growth and strong national defense, while Harris criticized his pandemic response and highlighted social justice concerns. Their sharp differences were evident, with Harris pushing for change and greater accountability. The heated exchanges underscored the significance of the upcoming election, drawing widespread attention from voters and media alike. (Photo: Reuters)

In the October 1 debate, JD Vance and Tim Walz avoided taking a clear position on whether Israel should launch a preemptive strike on Iran. Walz criticized Trump’s leadership while sidestepping the issue, and Vance defended Trump’s foreign policy, admitting his prior critiques were mistaken. Both candidates attacked their opponents' running mates: Walz criticized Trump for not fulfilling the promise to build a border wall, while Vance blamed Kamala Harris for the immigration crisis. (Photo: Reuters)

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, made a notable appearance at Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, ahead of the 2024 election. Wearing a "Make America Great Again" cap and an "Occupy Mars" shirt, Musk publicly aligned himself with the former president, calling himself "Dark MAGA." Musk urged the crowd to support Trump's re-election bid, focusing on shared issues like military strength, border security, and education quality. (Photo: Reuters)

Former President Barack Obama had initially withheld his endorsement following Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 Democratic presidential campaign, opting for an open nominating process at the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. However, after Kamala Harris received endorsements from Democratic heavyweights like Bill and Hillary Clinton, Nancy Pelosi, key state governors, and senior Congressional Democrats, including Biden himself, Obama eventually added his support. This endorsement was unveiled in a campaign video released on Friday, showing a phone call between the Obamas and Harris, offering a major boost to her candidacy. (Photo: Reuters)

The image captures a moment during a "Make America Great Again" rally in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, on October 19. Two young boys are dressed in striking outfits: one is wearing a red MAGA hat, a blonde wig, and a suit complete with a red tie, imitating Donald Trump. The other boy is dressed as a security guard, sporting a "Security" cap, dark sunglasses, and a serious expression. Their costumes are playful but reflect the political tone of the event. (Photo: Reuters)

In a unique campaign event, Donald Trump took over the fry station at a Pennsylvania McDonald's, donning an apron over his suit and tie. This playful stop aimed to challenge Kamala Harris' past claims about her experience working at the fast-food chain during college. Surrounded by reporters and supporters, Trump received a quick lesson in fry-making, enthusiastically dunking fries into hot oil, salting them, and serving them into boxes. (Photo: Reuters)

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at the NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday night. He arrived during the first quarter as a guest of an unidentified suite holder and was greeted by a group of supporters wearing Steelers jerseys. They held up a “Trump Nation” banner, and chants of "USA" echoed from the crowd. Former Steelers players Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell expressed their support for Trump, despite the team distancing itself from the event. (Photo: Reuters)

Vice President Kamala Harris on October 20 criticized former President Donald Trump, calling him "cruel" for his comments about the grieving family of a Georgia woman who died after waiting 20 hours for hospital care due to complications from an abortion pill. Speaking at a rally in Atlanta, Harris emphasised the importance of fighting against restrictions on reproductive care, making it a central focus of her message to voters. She blamed the death of Amber Thurman on Georgia's strict abortion laws, which went into effect following the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn Roe v. wade. (Photo: Reuters)