Former President Donald Trump has responded to a new indictment filed against him in the election subversion case, calling it a “travesty” and accusing the special counsel of election interference. The indictment, which keeps the same charges against him as last summer but removes justice department allegations, came after a supreme court ruling granting immunity for official acts for Trump and other presidents. Trump criticized the indictment as a witch hunt and blamed his rival, Vice President Kamala Harris. In response, Harris’ campaign denied reaching an agreement with Trump regarding the upcoming debate in September, with Trump claiming they agreed on muted mics. Harris and her running mate Tim Walz are set to have their first joint interview with CNN on Thursday to address criticisms of their lack of media interaction. Additionally, Trump has appointed Robert F Kennedy Jr and Tulsi Gabbard, former Democrats who endorsed his presidency bid, to his transition team. The Wisconsin Elections Commission also voted to keep independent presidential candidate Cornel West on the ballot, a decision likely to impact the pivotal state in the upcoming election. Overall, Trump’s reaction to the indictment, ongoing debate disputes, and political appointments reflect the heated and contentious nature of current US politics.
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