Trump and Harris Headline Charity Dinner, with Harris on Video

Former President Donald Trump is set to do something a bit different this time. He'll be trading the rally stage for a comedy night as he heads to the annual Al Smith charity dinner in New York City. This isn't his first time at this event, though. Eight years ago, he was at the same dinner and faced some serious jeers for his remarks. This year, he'll be joined by his wife, Melania, and even New York Attorney General Letitia James, who sued him in a civil fraud case. Vice President Kamala Harris won't be there in person, as she's busy campaigning in crucial states. Instead, she'll make an appearance via a recorded video. This dinner is a big deal; it raises millions for Catholic charities and is often the last time the two major candidates share a stage before Election Day. Usually, it's a chance for some light-hearted fun, but Trump's past speeches have been anything but friendly.

Back in 2016, Trump faced boos when he called his Democratic rival, Hillary Clinton, "corrupt." He even praised WikiLeaks for revealing her private emails. Clinton, however, got some laughs when she joked about Trump's views on the Statue of Liberty. This event has a long history. It's named after Alfred E. Smith, the first Catholic to run for president from a major party. The dinner has been a tradition since 1960, though there were times when candidates weren't invited, like in 1996 when President Bill Clinton and his challenger, Bob Dole, were snubbed. Trump's sense of humor is a big deal to his supporters. He can sometimes poke fun at himself, like when he joked about his hair at a rally. But with this dinner, it's anyone's guess what kind of jokes he'll crack.

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