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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. -

A former environmental lawyer known for his anti-vaccine activism, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. initially sought, and failed, to run as a Democrat.

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The son of Robert F. Kennedy, who was assassinated during his 1968 primary campaign, and the nephew of President John F. Kennedy, the 70-year-old then mounted an independent challenge to what he called the "two-headed monster" of American politics. 

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His criticism of the two major parties initially gave him a boost in the polls, as many voters were unhappy with the choice of Biden or Trump.

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In August, Kennedy suspended his candidacy and said the principles that made him leave the Democratic Party had now compelled him to endorse Trump.

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Jill Stein -

The activist and doctor ran as the Green Party's candidate in 2012 and 2016. Now at 74, she's back for another election. 

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Jill Stein -

Stein's current campaign has largely focused on combatting President Joe Biden's support for Israel's war effort in Gaza. 

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In April, she was arrested at a protest at Washington University in St. Louis amid a nationwide series of boycotts calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

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Stein calls for an "economic bill of rights" that would include universal access to healthcare and a right to employment. She also highlighted support for combating climate change and protecting abortion and transgender rights.

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According to the party's website, Stein will be on the ballot in at least four states, though her campaign is working to be added to more states. 

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Cornel West -

The 71-year-old activist, philosopher, and well-known academic has a complicated presidential bid. He launched it in June 2023 with the People's Party. 

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Cornel West -

After falling out with the group, he said he would seek the Green Party's nomination, but then changed course to run as an independent.

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His socialist platform includes funding public healthcare and slashing the US defense budget. He and his running mate, Melina Abdullah, have sought support from Democrats who oppose the current administration's support for Israel's military operation in Gaza.

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West said he would cut off all US aid to Ukraine and push to abolish NATO. He has also pledged to enact free health care for all US residents. 

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West is currently on the ballot in nine states and has struggled to raise money.

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Chase Oliver -

The Libertarian Party, the third-biggest political party in the US, has nominated Chase Oliver as their presidential candidate, with Mike ter Maat as his running mate.

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In doing so, the party disfavored Trump and Kennedy, both of whom spoke at the party's convention in a bid for its support. Trump received a notably unfriendly reception and lashed out at the audience during his speech.

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The 39-year-old candidate advocates for balancing the budget, ending military support to Israel and Ukraine, closing all overseas US military bases, and abolishing the death penalty. 

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Oliver is also committed to federally decriminalizing marijuana use and pardoning all nonviolent drug offenders. He has said he would push Congress to decriminalize possession and use of all drugs.

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Libertarians support small government and individual freedoms, typically pulling 1-3% of the vote from Republicans.

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Kamala Harris -

VP Kamala Harris announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for president after Biden withdrew from the ticket and endorsed her on July 21.

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Kamala Harris -

The daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants, she's the first black woman and first Asian American to lead the ticket of a major political party.

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In her campaign, Harris has highlighted that the path forward will focus on lifting working and middle-class Americans, enabling them to live without the fear of gun violence and obtain affordable health care.

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Following Biden's withdrawal and endorsement, many notable Democratic politicians and party leaders endorsed her as well, and donations skyrocketed.

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Harris is helped by the fact that being on the ticket already means that she took on access to the money raised by Biden’s reelection campaign. In August, she named Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate.

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Donald Trump -

The Republican presidential nominee, Former President Donald Trump launched his bid to reclaim the White House in November 2022.

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Trump continues to deny the outcome of the 2020 election that he lost to Joe Biden, promoting conspiracy theories about election fraud.

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Trump was twice impeached by the US House of Representatives, including for his role in inciting the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the US Capitol.

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In May 2024, Trump was found guilty of all charges at his New York hush money criminal trial. He also faces charges in three other cases, including over his alleged mishandling of classified documents after leaving office.

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If Trump wins another term, he has said he would overhaul key factions of the federal government and cut social safety net programs. He has also said he would appoint a special prosecutor to "go after" Biden and his family.

Sources: (BBC) (CNN) (The New York Times) 

See also: The biggest scandals of Donald Trump's political career

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