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On Politics

Mon Sep 9 2024

Rebecca Morin | Senior National News Reporter

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Happy Monday! I'm Rebecca Morin, senior national news reporter at USA TODAY and I'm writing to you from the White House press briefing room.

1 day until the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. 57 days until Election Day. 18 days until iconic emo band American Football's tour kicks off in the U.S.

What to watch in the Harris-Trump debate

The stakes are high. Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump will face off Tuesday in the first presidential debate between the two. It's going to be a moment for Harris to introduce herself to voters – and a chance for Trump to define his Democratic opponent. Read more.

•	7 things to watch at the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump debate.
•	Column: Kamala Harris has some debate moves. I know. I moderated her last one.
•	Where is the next presidential debate being held? Inside historic venue
•	Watch: The Harris-Trump debate has potential to become the most watched

A politics pit stop

•	Trump retakes betting lead over Harris in presidential election odds ahead of debate
•	Trump says he'll vote for Florida measure legalizing recreational marijuana, clashing with DeSantis
•	Within nation's largest Black Protestant group, what's driving support for Harris campaign
•	'Hillbilly Elegy' director Ron Howard 'concerned' by Trump and Vance campaign rhetoric

Cheney Dynasty says sayonara to Trump

Conservative Dick Cheney, and his daughter, former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., have both said they will not vote for Republican Donald Trump – and instead cast their ballot for Democrat Kamala Harris. Read more.

You asked, On Politics answers: Who will control the Senate?

Want me to answer a question – or comment – don't forget to send them in! One reader asked: "What are the Democrats odds of retaining control of the Senate?"

I know, most eyes have been on the U.S. presidential election. But don't forget, there are other major elections happening this year, including ones that will determine who will take control of Congress. There are several key races, including three that Cook Political Report has considered as "toss-ups," meaning they can go either for Republicans or Democrats. The three toss-ups are in Michigan, Montana and Ohio. Democrats currently hold the seats for all three of those states.

Got a burning question for On Politics? You can submit them here or send me an email at rdmorin@usatoday.com.

The Late Show … with USA TODAY?

Did you see? The latest USA TODAY/Suffolk University poll released last week was featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (starting at the 50 second mark.) Colbert highlighted Harris' slim lead over Trump in the poll.