As early in-person voting kicks off in Michigan, both presidential candidates are intensifying their campaigns in the state. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are making significant appearances, with Harris emphasizing the importance of voter mobilization and questioning Trump's fitness for office. She remarked on his absence from a CNN town hall and suggested he may be exhausted from campaigning, a claim Trump quickly refuted upon his arrival in Michigan, asserting he has not canceled any events.

Harris, rallying supporters in Grand Rapids, urged voters to recognize their power and the importance of their voices in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, Trump, who held a rally later in the day, took a jab at Harris for her virtual appearance at a charity dinner, contrasting it with his own in-person attendance. He also engaged in self-deprecating humor during his speech, although some of his remarks drew boos from the audience.

In the advertising arena, Trump’s campaign is reportedly outspending Harris by approximately $9 million in battleground states, a crucial factor as early voting has already begun in several locations, including North Carolina. Over 11 million ballots have been cast nationwide, highlighting the urgency and significance of the election.

On the international front, President Biden met with Western allies in Berlin, stressing the need for continued support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. He reaffirmed the commitment of the U.S. and Germany as major supporters of Ukraine, even as the political landscape in the U.S. shifts with the upcoming election.

In legal news, a federal judge has unsealed nearly 2,000 pages of documents related to the election interference case against Trump, rejecting his lawyers' request to keep the evidence sealed. The judge noted that withholding the documents could be perceived as election interference.

In Texas, the state supreme court has halted an execution related to shaken baby syndrome, allowing for a unique legal bid that could shed light on the case of Robert Robertson, who supporters claim was wrongfully convicted based on flawed science. This development underscores ongoing discussions about justice and the legal system's integrity.