Vice President Kamala Harris was in the spotlight during her recent CNN town hall, where she mentioned former President Trump more than two dozen times. The town hall, held in Chester, Pennsylvania, saw Harris discussing a range of issues, including border policies, immigration, and price gouging by corporations. Moderator Anderson Cooper pressed Harris on her support for a bipartisan bill that included funding for a border wall, which Harris had previously criticized as a “stupid” idea under Trump’s administration.
Harris took the opportunity to highlight Trump’s failure to deliver on his promises regarding the border wall, pointing out that Mexico did not pay for it and only a small portion was actually built. She criticized Trump’s approach to leadership, emphasizing that his actions did not make much sense. Harris also expressed disappointment that Trump did not attend the town hall, accusing him of planning to impose a national sales tax that would burden American consumers.
When asked about codifying Roe v. Wade, Harris once again targeted Trump, blaming him for appointing Supreme Court justices who threatened abortion rights. She suggested that the filibuster may need to be reconsidered to protect these rights. Throughout the town hall, Harris repeatedly referred to Trump’s actions and policies as she outlined her vision for the future.
Harris also addressed comparisons between Trump and Adolf Hitler, with former chief of staff John Kelly alleging that Trump praised “Hitler’s generals” for their loyalty. Harris condemned Trump’s admiration for dictators and described him as a “fascist.” These strong statements underscored the deep divide between Harris and Trump on issues of leadership and values.
In a recent interview with Fox News, Harris continued to emphasize the need to move away from the divisive rhetoric of the past decade, particularly during Trump’s presidency. She defended her campaign slogan of a “New way forward” and stressed the importance of unity and lifting up all Americans.
Overall, Harris’s repeated mentions of Trump during the town hall and in subsequent interviews reflect the ongoing political tensions and contrasts between their approaches to governance. As the 2024 campaign trail heats up, it is clear that Harris is positioning herself as a strong critic of Trump’s policies and a proponent of a more inclusive and forward-looking vision for the country.
