### Arnold Schwarzenegger Joins Growing List of Republicans Supporting Kamala Harris in Upcoming Election

In a surprising move, former Republican California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced on Wednesday his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for the November election. Schwarzenegger's decision adds to a notable trend of Republican figures crossing party lines to support the Democratic ticket.

Concerns about a potential second Trump presidency have been voiced by several former Trump administration officials. John Kelly, Trump's longest-serving chief of staff and former homeland security secretary, expressed his disapproval in an interview with The New York Times, labeling Trump a "fascist" who prefers a "dictator approach to government." Despite his harsh criticism, Kelly has not officially endorsed Harris, although she has referenced his comments in recent campaigns.

Former Vice President Mike Pence has also distanced himself from endorsing Trump, citing constitutional concerns. "Anyone that puts themselves over the Constitution should never be president of the United States," Pence stated firmly. Meanwhile, other ex-Trump officials including former Defense Secretary Mark Esper and former national security adviser John Bolton have similarly criticized Trump, calling him a "threat to democracy" and "unfit to be president."

Republican Senator Mitt Romney of Utah has decided not to endorse any candidate, despite his clear stance against Trump's re-election. Romney emphasized his intention to maintain an active role within the Republican Party post-election.

As the election draws closer, polls suggest a closely contested race between Harris and Trump. Harris has managed to nearly erase the lead Trump gained following President Biden's withdrawal from the race. Recent polls, including FiveThirtyEight's national polling average, show Harris leading Trump by a slim margin of 1.7 points, while RealClearPolitics' average indicates an even narrower lead of 0.2 points for Harris.

Republicans supporting Harris have faced criticism from within their party. Trump campaign spokesperson Karoline Leavitt dismissed these endorsements, labeling the endorsers as "disgruntled and deranged" and asserting that Trump still enjoys robust support from Republicans. Senator Lindsay Graham openly chastised these Republicans, calling Harris the "most radical nominee in the history of American politics" and deeming the policies of Biden and Harris a greater threat than Trump's rhetoric.

In contrast, Trump has received endorsements from former Democrats, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former Representative Tulsi Gabbard. Both endorsers were brought onto Trump's transition team following their support.

In a bid to represent "all Americans," Harris mentioned during a late-August CNN interview that she would include a Republican in her cabinet if elected, though she did not specify any names or positions. While Presidents Biden and Trump did not appoint cabinet members from the opposing party, previous presidents such as George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama did.

As November approaches, the election between Harris and Trump remains keenly contested, with both candidates vying for a crucial victory in this politically charged atmosphere.