In an unexpected twist leading up to the November election, former President Donald Trump is scheduled to hold a campaign rally in Arizona, marking his first public appearance since Vice President Kamala Harris secured the Democratic Party's nomination. The rally, set to begin at 3 p.m. EDT, has sparked speculations of a potential alliance between Trump and independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is coincidentally holding his own news conference just a few miles away.

The Democratic National Convention, held in Chicago, showcased a carefully choreographed display of party unity. Yet as the event came to a close, activists, operatives, and party leaders began leaving with a sober awareness that the true test for Harris lies ahead.

Kennedy's presence in close proximity to the former president's rally raises eyebrows as just last week, Kennedy withdrew from the ballot in Arizona shortly after surpassing the required number of signatures. Concerns over the legitimacy of some signatures, as well as the involvement of a pro-Kennedy super PAC in their collection, invoked questions about potential violations of rules prohibiting coordination between candidates and independent political groups.

The unexpected collaboration between Kennedy, a member of the prominent Democratic political dynasty, and Trump, who has been actively criticized by Kennedy in the past as "the most radical left candidate in the race," has left many puzzled. Yet, recent behind-the-scenes discussions and increased praise between the two campaigns have hinted at a possible alliance. Both campaigns have long accused Democrats of manipulating the legal system for their own benefit, and both have openly suggested their willingness to join forces in order to diminish the electoral prospects of Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.

Following the campaign rally, Trump is expected to speak at another event in Glendale, Arizona, later in the day. The gathering in Glendale, along with the proximity of Kennedy's news conference, further fuels speculation about a potential collaboration between the two political figures.

As the November election draws near, the political landscape continues to surprise with unexpected alliances and last-minute developments. The ramifications of Trump's rally in Arizona and the possibility of a partnership with Kennedy have yet to be fully realized, adding an intriguing twist to an already heated presidential race.