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Published on September 09, 2024
Political Shakeup, Ex-GOP Congressman Joe Walsh Champions VP Harris in Arizona RallySource: Wikipedia/United States Federal Government, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

In an unexpected twist in the political theater, former Republican Congressman Joe Walsh is set to rally with conservatives in Arizona tomorrow, not in support of a fellow Republican, but rather endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. This event, detailed by 12News, accompanies a debate watch party from 4:45 to 7 p.m., with the location to be disclosed to those who register.

Joe Walsh, a vocal opponent of former President Donald Trump, aims to engage Republican and Independent voters by discussing Vice President Harris's "New Way Forward" economic plan. The initiative by members of the Harris-Walz Advisory Committee has grown significantly, boasting a three-fold increase to 140 members since the August DNC convention. "You either believe, in this moment, that (Trump) is a threat to our democracy or you don't. Stop there. There is nothing else to speak about," Walsh stated in a recent gathering of anti-Trump conservatives in Milwaukee, as he continues his defense of democracy, as mentioned by 12News.

Notably, the "Republicans for Harris" initiative has gained momentum with endorsements from heavyweights such as former Vice President Dick Cheney and former Congresswoman Liz Cheney. Adding to the mix, Jim McCain, son of the late Senator John McCain, has declared his support for Harris, now as a registered Democrat, highlighting her potential to restore bipartisanship, according to his interview with 12News. "Look at her track record," McCain pointed out, citing the moderation and bipartisanship he believes Harris can bring back to the political arena.

Meanwhile, the presidential race continues to intensify, with Vice President Harris and former President Trump neck and neck. A latest poll from The New York Times and Siena College has Trump at a slim lead of 48 percent to Harris's 47 percent, with the race within an margin of error of three percentage points. Both candidates are heading into their only scheduled debate with high stakes, as Harris fights to overcome a lingering uncertainty among a significant share of voters about her policies and candidacy.