Trump seeks to shift media spotlight on himself in battle with Harris - Reuters

Throughout the four days of the Democratic National Convention (from August 19 to August 22), Trump staged counter-programming events across the country, hoping to divert some of the media attention away from Harris.

Additionally, on Friday, Trump used the stage at a Las Vegas restaurant to announce his plan to eliminate tips taxes for waitstaff and other service workers. The former president aimed to turn the page on a week overshadowed by Kamala Harris. Trump sought to concentrate on policy issues rather than personal attacks on his opponent. He also discussed his campaign’s efforts to engage Spanish-speaking voters in Nevada, a swing state that could be pivotal in the November 5 election.

Reuters noted that the tax proposal is a cornerstone of Trump’s economic agenda. The candidate’s advisors insist he should focus on this issue rather than frequent personal attacks on Harris’s appearance, background, and intellect, warning that such attacks might alienate moderate voters needed for victory.

However, according to the agency, Trump’s remarks on foreign policy, the economy, and crime have garnered little attention and failed to shift focus from Harris. This represents a surprising turn for a politician accustomed to dominating headlines.

Trump and his aides hope that the dramatic conclusion of the Democratic convention will mark the end of the "honeymoon" period for Harris, which began a little over a month ago after President Joe Biden exited the race.

As a reminder, on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, August 22, US Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepted the Democratic Party's nomination to run for president. This solidified her position as Donald Trump's primary opponent in the race for the nation's highest office.