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Xi Jinping listens to Joe Biden during a summit in 2023

Xi Jinping listens to Joe Biden during a summit in 2023

Trump vs. Harris: Who does China prefer in the US election?

Regardless of who wins the US presidency, Beijing is unlikely to encounter a China-friendly administration.

SpaceX and Tesla founder Elon Musk speaks at a town hall with Republican candidate U.S. Senate Dave McCormick at the Roxain Theater on October 20, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

SpaceX and Tesla founder Elon Musk speaks at a town hall with Republican candidate U.S. Senate Dave McCormick at the Roxain Theater on October 20, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Elon Musk's grip on tech and politics is getting stronger

Billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is using his tech companies to wield political influence ahead of the US elections.

Kamala Harris speaking at a town hall event in Pennsylvania, USA

Kamala Harris speaking at a town hall event in Pennsylvania, USA

US election: Harris says she believes Trump is a fascist

Donald Trump's former chief of staff, John Kelly, said the ex-president had praised Hitler while in office.

A demonstrator in Tel Aviv holds a sign on October 17 during a protest calling for a ceasefire and hostage release deal

A demonstrator in Tel Aviv holds a sign on October 17 during a protest calling for a ceasefire and hostage release deal

Yahya Sinwar: What does the Hamas leader's death change?

Israeli former justice minister Yossi Beilin discusses prospects for the future.

Motorbikers from Kenya's Kawangware slum pose with American flags (file photo)

Motorbikers from Kenya's Kawangware slum pose with American flags (file photo)

Will America's Africa policy change under next US president?

The US hasn't made Africa a top priority, lagging with investment while focusing on power struggles with rivals.

German car giants alarmed by Donald Trump's trade threats

Carmakers are growing increasingly nervous about the US election after Donald Trump called for more US production.

Voters fill out their ballots at the early voting location in Arlington, Virginia

Voters fill out their ballots at the early voting location in Arlington, Virginia

How much does the US election cost, and who pays?

Presidential candidates in the US spend awesome sums on campaigning to get elected. Where does all that money come from?

Beside flowerbeds in front of a building, a large sign in the foreground reads "Early voting available". On the left, a black man and woman are walking away from the building; on the right, a white woman is heading toward it.

Beside flowerbeds in front of a building, a large sign in the foreground reads "Early voting available". On the left, a black man and woman are walking away from the building; on the right, a white woman is heading toward it.

Ahead of US election, trust in voting results alarmingly low

Distrust has increased since 2020, especially among Trump supporters. In Georgia, they control the State Election Board.

Trump, Kim and Moon talk while standing side by side

Trump, Kim and Moon talk while standing side by side

South Korea shocked by Trump's 'money machine' plan

Republican candidate Donald Trump's comments about treating South Korea like a "money machine" are straining ties.

Kamala Harris chats with Steph Curry with a basketball under her arm

Kamala Harris chats with Steph Curry with a basketball under her arm

Sports stars weigh in on US election

Do endorsements from Steph Curry and fellow athletes make a difference? How do candidates use them to their advantage?

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris (L) and former Representative Liz Cheney, Republican of Wyoming, hold a moderated town hall discussion at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak, Michigan, on October 21, 2024. iver

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris (L) and former Representative Liz Cheney, Republican of Wyoming, hold a moderated town hall discussion at the Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak, Michigan, on October 21, 2024. iver

US election: Harris and Trump campaign in key swing states

Kamala Harris brought Republican Trump-critic Liz Cheney on tour, while Trump was in hurricane-hit North Carolina.

A picture of US President Joe Biden addressing US auto workers at a General Motors factory in Detroit, Michigan. A large US flag hands on the factory floor, which is full of machines.

A picture of US President Joe Biden addressing US auto workers at a General Motors factory in Detroit, Michigan. A large US flag hands on the factory floor, which is full of machines.

Obama, Trump, Biden: Presidential impact on the US economy

No matter who was in the White House over the past 15 years, the US economy has mostly outshone its rivals.

Ex-Pakistani PM Imran Khan met with former US President Donald Trump in Washington in 2019

Ex-Pakistani PM Imran Khan met with former US President Donald Trump in Washington in 2019

Former Pakistan PM's supporters root for Trump

Supporters of Former Prime Minister Imran Khan are hoping Donald Trump returns to the White House.

Elon Musk jumping at a Trump campaign rally

Elon Musk jumping at a Trump campaign rally

Elon Musk offers $1M daily prize to voters who sign petition

The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX boss has been courting Trump voters as election day nears.

Will Trump or Harris make or break NATO?

Donald Trump is a NATO skeptic, while Kamala Harris has said her commitment to the military alliance is "ironclad."

A Black woman walks away from polling stations emblazoned with the US flag and the "I voted" slogan after voting

A Black woman walks away from polling stations emblazoned with the US flag and the "I voted" slogan after voting

Harris, Trump and shifting demographics in the US election

In the US election, roughly 244 million people are eligible to vote. What demographic groups make up this population?

An American flag flies next to a German flag against a clear blue sky.

An American flag flies next to a German flag against a clear blue sky.

How close are Germany and the US?

The ties that bind the US and Germany are strong and deep. At the same time, they're fragile and need constant tending.

Democratic presidential nominee, US Vice President Kamala Harris reacts during a presidential debate

Democratic presidential nominee, US Vice President Kamala Harris reacts during a presidential debate

Harris seeks to lure winnable Republicans in Fox interview

Kamala Harris was embroiled in heated exchanges with the host in her first interview with US broadcaster Fox News.

Nahostkonflikt | Libanon | Beistzungen nach israelischem Beschuss im Jahr 1996

Nahostkonflikt | Libanon | Beistzungen nach israelischem Beschuss im Jahr 1996

Iran has 'not just weakened Hezbollah, but weakened itself'

According to Jordan’s former FM, Tehran has less influence in Lebanon following Israeli strikes.

Kombobild Harris Trump

Kombobild Harris Trump

Harris vs Trump: Who's better for the global economy?

We look at Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and whose policies might be better for the global economy.

Three women — one holding a cellphone, one an American flag, and another a child and a sign reading 'End This Deadly War' — are seen protesting at a beach in Tel Aviv in March 2024.

Three women — one holding a cellphone, one an American flag, and another a child and a sign reading 'End This Deadly War' — are seen protesting at a beach in Tel Aviv in March 2024.

Trump or Harris — fate of Middle East hangs in the balance

Donald Trump says he's "the most pro-Israel president in US history," Kamala Harris is for equity in the region.

Early voters in Cobb County, Georgia

Early voters in Cobb County, Georgia

US election: Record numbers cast early ballots in Georgia

Roughly a quarter of a million voters turned out on the first day of early in-person voting in the swing state.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in the September 10 debate

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in the September 10 debate

Harris vs. Trump on abortion, Israel and other key issues

US voters pick a new president on November 5. Where do both candidates stand on issues like abortion and the economy?

Donald Trump speaking at his campaign rally in Coachella

Donald Trump speaking at his campaign rally in Coachella

US: Man arrested at Trump's California rally on gun charges

The 49-year-old was stopped in a black SUV by deputies and was found in possession of two guns.

Kamala Harris waving from stairs as she boards Air Force Two plane

Kamala Harris waving from stairs as she boards Air Force Two plane

Kamala Harris in 'excellent health' — medical report

The White House has released a report on Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' health.

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event, pointing at the crowd

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event, pointing at the crowd

Hurricane disinformation rampant in US election campaign

Donald Trump is spreading hurricane disinformation on the campaign trail, as Republicans criticize Kamala Harris.

Todd Stern (a grey-haired man wearing glasses, white shirt, dark jacket and blue tie) in a DW interview

Todd Stern (a grey-haired man wearing glasses, white shirt, dark jacket and blue tie) in a DW interview

Todd Stern: Harris win would be a 'big relief' for climate

Former US special envoy for climate change Todd Stern speaks to DW's Louise Osborne.

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TOPOe, 10.10.24, Totale

A world in crisis: Can Europe cope without the US?

Ukrainian troops might face heavy losses. Are NATOS’s arms deliveries sufficient, or is it time for a peace plan?

Putin shaking hands with Trump at the 2017 G7 summit in Hamburg

Putin shaking hands with Trump at the 2017 G7 summit in Hamburg

Woodward book: Trump talked with Putin after presidency

Donald Trump has held several private calls with Vladimir Putin and secretly sent him COVID-19 tests, a book claims.

A man looks over distruction brought on by Hurricane Helene

A man looks over distruction brought on by Hurricane Helene

Fact check: Viral claims on the Hurricane Helene disaster

Disinformation is spreading in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has killed over 230 people in six US states.

Elon Musk (right) speaks to rally attendees in Butler, Pennsylvania, as former president and Republican nominee Donald Trump (left) looks on smiling

Elon Musk (right) speaks to rally attendees in Butler, Pennsylvania, as former president and Republican nominee Donald Trump (left) looks on smiling

Trump, Musk rally at site of assassination attempt

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump returned to Butler, Pennsylvania, with tech billionaire Elon Musk in tow.

Trump speaking behind bulletproof glass, Elon Musk with raised arms

Trump speaking behind bulletproof glass, Elon Musk with raised arms

Trump campaigns at site of assassination attempt

Donald Trump rallied with thousands in Butler, the city where he was shot at a rally in July. Elon Musk joined him.

Presidential candidates Donald Trump (left) and Kamala Harris (right) can be seen on a large screen at a debate watch party at Penn Social, Washington D.C., USA, September 10, 2024. People can be seen in front of the screen

Presidential candidates Donald Trump (left) and Kamala Harris (right) can be seen on a large screen at a debate watch party at Penn Social, Washington D.C., USA, September 10, 2024. People can be seen in front of the screen

How US election outcome could affect the Western Balkans

Serbia hopes — and Kosovo fears — that Donald Trump will win the US election on November 5.

Kamala Harris, seen here, visited Georgia to inspect the damage caused by the hurricane

Kamala Harris, seen here, visited Georgia to inspect the damage caused by the hurricane

US: Kamala Harris to visit hurricane-struck North Carolina

The Democratic presidential nominee is to visit North Carolina to survey the situation after Hurricane Helene.

A man casts his vote during the 2022 US midterm election (file photo)

A man casts his vote during the 2022 US midterm election (file photo)

Will Pennsylvania voters choose the next US president?

DW's Stefan Simons visited Pennsylvania, one of the swing states that will decide the US presidential race.

Supporters of US President Donald Trump protest outside the US Capitol

Supporters of US President Donald Trump protest outside the US Capitol

Trump 'resorted to crimes' after 2020 election loss — filing

Prosecutors have accused the former US president of criminal acts in trying to overturn his 2020 loss to Joe Biden.

A man shows our journalist around the syringe factory he works in

A man shows our journalist around the syringe factory he works in

Harris vs. Trump: Competing tariff plans on China imports

Harris and Trump would continue to target Chinese products with tariffs. But there are differences.

Graphic depiction of a man donating money to super PACs

Graphic depiction of a man donating money to super PACs

USA — money ruling the election world?

Who funds the US election campaign? And who has more financial support — Trump or Harris?

This combination image shows Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance (L) and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz during a vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News

This combination image shows Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance (L) and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz during a vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News

Walz, Vance vie for US voters in vice presidential debate

Republican JD Vance and Democratic candidate Tim Walz contended for American voters in a surprisingly civil debate.

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MADE Sendungslogo 02.10.24 ENG

Money rules the world — MADE

Money rules — when it comes to politics and poverty, and also when it goes digital.

Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, receives the presidential sash during an inauguration ceremony

Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, receives the presidential sash during an inauguration ceremony

Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum faces economic challenges

How will the country's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, navigate the troubled waters of "America First" policies?

A view of DW reporter Ines Pohl (left) walking with union representative and campaign volunteer Jeffrey Plummer (right) in a quiet suburban road

A view of DW reporter Ines Pohl (left) walking with union representative and campaign volunteer Jeffrey Plummer (right) in a quiet suburban road

US Democrats, Republicans compete for Pennsylvania votes

Ahead of the vice presidential debate, DW's Ines Pohl went to the key swing state to find out what voters want.

Mark Rutte (center) stands next to Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof (left)

Mark Rutte (center) stands next to Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof (left)

Who is Mark Rutte, NATO's new secretary general?

DW looks at the challenges facing the next boss of the Western security alliance as he takes over from Jens Stoltenberg.

Law enforcement personnel continue to investigate the area where the Secret Service discovered a would-be assassin of former President Donald Trump at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida

Law enforcement personnel continue to investigate the area where the Secret Service discovered a would-be assassin of former President Donald Trump at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida

Man accused of trying to assassinate Trump pleads not guilty

The 58-year-old was arrested on September 15, accused of plotting to kill the Republican presidential candidate.

Person depositing a vote

Person depositing a vote

Fact check: What's behind electoral fraud allegations

Right-wing politicians, parties and users often question the legitimacy of elections. Why?

Zelenskyy is seeking military support for Ukraine beyond the upcoming US elections.

Zelenskyy is seeking military support for Ukraine beyond the upcoming US elections.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy set to meet with Trump during US visit

Zelenskyy is seeking military support for Ukraine beyond the upcoming US elections.

DW-Interview mit Ben Hodges

DW-Interview mit Ben Hodges

US General Ben Hodges on Trump, Netanyahu, Putin and Ukraine

DW's Washington Bureau Chief Ines Pohl speaks with retired US Army officer Ben Hodges.

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at Harry Reid International Airport to board a plane after a campaign trip in Las Vegas, US

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at Harry Reid International Airport to board a plane after a campaign trip in Las Vegas, US

US: Trump warned of alleged Iranian assassination threats

Donald Trump has been briefed by US intelligence officials on alleged Iranian assassination threats against him.

Law enforcement officials work at the crime scene outside the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida

Law enforcement officials work at the crime scene outside the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida

Trump shooting suspect charged with attempted assassination

The man accused of plotting to kill Donald Trump in Florida has been indicted on three additional charges.

Law enforcement officials work at the crime scene outside the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 16, 2024, following Sunday's attempted assassination on former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Law enforcement officials work at the crime scene outside the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 16, 2024, following Sunday's attempted assassination on former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Man accused of Donald Trump assassination attempt left note

The letter was found in a box that also contained ammunition, a metal pipe, and four phones.