Harris vs Trump: Stances on Key Issues for US 2024 Election
TL/DR –
Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have different vision on economy, immigration, foreign policy, and other issues. Harris aims to cut taxes for working and middle-class Americans, increase capital gains tax and corporate tax rate, and prevent price gouging on food and groceries, while Trump plans to end inflation, reduce corporate tax rate, increase child tax credit and cut government spending. Regarding immigration, Harris supports comprehensive reform and an increase in border security, whereas Trump aims to deport millions of undocumented migrants and seal the US-Mexico border.
Reviewing and comparing the presidential candidates’ stance on critical US issues like the economy, immigration, and foreign policy.
Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump share their contrasting visions for the United States, with differing views on policy solutions for the nation’s challenges.
Examining their campaign platforms, we compare the candidates’ positions on key issues.
On Economy and Manufacturing
Harris: Proposes tax cuts for middle-class Americans, a federal ban on food price gouging, and a focus on her ‘Opportunity Economy Agenda’.
Trump: Plans to end inflation, cut corporate tax and increase tariffs on foreign-made goods.
On Immigration
Harris: Calls for comprehensive reform and supports increased legal immigration.
Trump: Aims to deport undocumented migrants and seal the US-Mexico border.
On Housing
Harris: Aims to build affordable homes and penalize companies hoarding homes.
Trump: Plans to reduce mortgage rates and open federal land for homebuilding.
On Workers’ Rights
Harris: Supports pro-union legislation and raising the minimum wage.
Trump: Proposes tax cuts for workers and rejects the PRO Act.
On Foreign Policy
Harris: Focuses on defending US interests and holding China accountable for human rights violations.
Trump: Emphasizes strength through peace and securing independent relations from China.
On Crime and Justice
Harris: Supports stricter gun laws and investments in law enforcement.
Trump: Aims to defeat foreign drug cartels and end gang violence.
On Environment
Harris: Stresses green initiatives and tackling climate change.
Trump: Plans to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and remove environmental restrictions.
On Education
Harris: Aims to make childcare affordable and tackle student loan debt.
Trump: Advocates for closing the Department of Education and cutting funding for certain schools.
On Abortion
Harris: Opposes national abortion ban and supports the restoration of nationwide abortion legality.
Trump: Believes abortion is a state-level issue and is against signing a national abortion ban.
On Healthcare
Harris: Proposes lowering pharmaceutical costs, strengthening the Affordable Care Act, and expanding rights to IVF.
Trump: Expresses interest in alternatives to the Affordable Care Act and supports increased access to IVF.
On Election Laws
Harris: Advocates for the passing of the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the Freedom to Vote Acts.
Trump: Continues to argue that the 2020 election was stolen and calls for voter identification and paper ballots.
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