Tammy Murphy, the first lady of New Jersey, has decided to suspend her campaign for the U.S. Senate. Announced via a Twitter video, Murphy cited her desire not to contribute to a negative and divisive campaign, particularly with Donald Trump running. She stressed focusing on issues like gun violence, women’s rights, and climate change instead. This move leaves Andy Kim, a Democratic representative known for his stand against corruption and for government integrity, as the leading candidate for the Democratic nomination.

In other news, President Joe Biden humorously engaged with Donald Trump on social media, following Trump’s boast about winning two amateur golf trophies. The light-hearted online interaction between Biden and Trump, who are both contenders for the 2024 presidential election, underscores the growing rivalry and anticipation for the upcoming election. This banter, including Biden’s teasing about Trump’s need to secure a bond for a significant judgment, highlights the competitive and often personal jabs defining early campaigning activities.

Meanwhile, a man from Texas has taken a unique approach to the 2024 U.S. presidential race by legally changing his name to “Literally Anybody Else.” The 35-year-old, formerly known as Dustin Ebey, aims to provide voters with an alternative to the traditional two-party candidates, expressing frustration with both Joe Biden and Donald Trump. A U.S. army veteran and math teacher, “Literally Anybody Else” is focused on challenging the two-party system and advocating for governance over party loyalty. Despite the logistical challenges of getting his new name on ballots, he encourages write-in support as a statement against the current political landscape, hoping to represent a change in the American political process.