Vice President Kamala Harris recently addressed questions about President Biden’s mental acuity in an interview with NBC News’ Hallie Jackson. Jackson brought up Harris’ previous defense of Biden despite his age-related concerns, especially after his poor performance in a presidential debate that led to him dropping out of the race. Harris stated that she has always been honest with the American people about Biden’s capabilities, emphasizing his experience and accomplishments.
When asked if she had witnessed any concerning moments behind closed doors, Harris acknowledged the bad debate but attributed it to the nature of such events. Jackson pushed further, pointing out that Biden’s absence from the presidential ticket was likely due to his performance. Harris responded by redirecting the focus to her own presidential campaign and the need for new leadership in America.
Jackson continued to press Harris on whether the American people could trust her to be transparent in uncomfortable situations, to which Harris reiterated her confidence in Biden based on their extensive work together. She highlighted her firsthand experience of watching Biden in action in various critical settings like the Situation Room and the Oval Office, expressing no doubt about his capabilities.
In a separate interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier, Harris faced similar inquiries about Biden’s mental state. Despite meeting with him regularly for years, Harris dismissed concerns about Biden and shifted the conversation to criticisms of former President Trump. She emphasized the disapproval of Trump by national security leaders and former colleagues, suggesting that their negative assessments of Trump outweigh any doubts about Biden.
Overall, Harris’s responses indicate her unwavering support for President Biden and her confidence in his ability to lead the country effectively. Despite scrutiny and questioning, Harris remains steadfast in her belief in Biden’s competence and suitability for the presidency.