Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris maintains high workrate amid speculation of a potential November general election.

Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris maintains a high workrate amid speculation of a potential general election in November, despite the government's insistence to serve a full term to March 2025. Factors supporting an autumn general election include capitalizing on positive showings in local and European elections and Sinn Féin's underwhelming performance. Candidate selection of political parties also suggests preparations for a November election. In other news, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned recent disorder in Northern Ireland and met with injured police officers, while US Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining momentum in the presidential race, leading or matching former President Donald Trump in opinion polls.

August 20, 2024
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