Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are in the final stretch of the 2024 elections. The presidential candidates participated in a single debate in which they answered questions about their programs and made clear their agendas to lead the United States.
On this page, you can review his political proposals on the main campaign issues, such as economics, foreign policy, gun control, health, education, immigration and LGBT+ rights. Select the candidate whose proposals you want to know about and the topic that interests you. You can choose more than one subject to compare the options presented by the government plans of both.
Harris promises an economy that works for all American citizens, especially the middle class and working families. His economic plan includes investments in infrastructure, affordable housing and child care, aimed at creating jobs and increasing wages. Harris seeks to expand union rights and worker protections, emphasizing collective bargaining and the importance of unionized labor. It also plans to accelerate the transition to clean energy, creating jobs in green industries while ensuring that economic growth is inclusive and sustainable. His administration will focus on reducing the cost of living, especially in areas such as housing and healthcare, to ensure that families can thrive in an equitable economy.
The former president seeks to promote economic growth by supporting energy independence, reducing regulations and improving supply chains. Likewise, one of its main promises is to establish high tariffs of 10 to 20% on imported goods to promote economic growth. It also seeks to reduce inflation by controlling government spending and reducing the national debt. In addition, it supports deregulation to encourage investment and reduce energy costs. Under his agenda, job creation is a priority, with a focus on rebuilding America’s industrial base and promoting domestic manufacturing, especially in key defense industries. It also proposes improving competitiveness by reducing bureaucracy, which would reform the permitting process and ensure that foreign policies prioritize the country’s economic interests.
In response to inflation, Harris seeks to address the main causes, saying she will fight against “abusive pricing” by companies, especially in sectors such as housing and healthcare, which she believes are driving up costs for families. . His administration would focus on expanding domestic production in key sectors, reducing dependence on foreign supply chains, and stabilizing prices through strategic investments in infrastructure and technology. Harris also plans to strengthen consumer protections to prevent excessive price increases and increase transparency in pricing, especially in the pharmaceutical and energy sectors.
To address inflation, Trump plans to curb “excessive” government spending (as his campaign puts it) and reform the Federal Reserve’s policies to prevent prolonged inflation. His platform argues that energy independence and reduced dependence on foreign oil will help lower fuel prices, which will reduce overall inflation. He proposes increasing national production, especially in the energy and manufacturing sectors, which he assures would stabilize prices and reduce inflationary pressures.
Kamala Harris’s foreign policy is based on a commitment to restoring American leadership on the world stage. He has worked closely with international leaders to strengthen alliances, especially with NATO and in the Indo-Pacific region, where he has taken a stand against China’s economic practices and security threats. Harris would also prioritize defending democracy, as demonstrated by her support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression. It is committed to continuing to work with global partners to address pressing issues such as climate change and technological competition, especially in areas such as artificial intelligence and semiconductors. His administration would also maintain a firm commitment to Israel’s security, while working toward a peaceful solution in Gaza.
At this point, Trump has signaled that he seeks “Peace through Strength” by rebuilding the military and strengthening alliances with other countries. He plans to invest in advanced military technologies, such as Israel’s “Iron Dome” missile defense shield, and support higher pay for the military. On the other hand, it seeks to counter the economic impact of China and affirms that it will seek peace in the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific, while rebuilding American influence globally. Additionally, he supports modernizing defense, restoring the United States’ status on the world stage, and ensuring that American foreign policy is aligned with national interests.
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