During a recent interview on ‘The View,’ former Vice President Kamala Harris faced questions about her response to a 2024 interview where she struggled to answer a question about her differences with President Biden. The interview, which took place in October 2024, became a viral moment as Harris reportedly said, ‘Not a thing comes to mind,’ which many viewed as a sign that she wasn’t a change candidate. The moment was widely perceived as a damaging event in her campaign, with some, including political commentators like James Carville and Jake Tapper, suggesting it marked the turning point. However, during her recent appearance on the ABC talk show, Harris addressed the comments, denying any claims that this moment served as a pivotal point in her candidacy. She said, ‘No, no,’ as co-host Joy Behar added, ‘Good, because Sunny doesn’t want to take the blame.’
Harris expressed regret over the situation, stating that during the campaign, she did not fully realize the extent to which her closeness to Biden would be a critical issue. She believed she often pointed out differences with Biden without appearing disloyal. However, the moment was weaponized by the Trump campaign, and it was also used in their advertising. Harris also addressed the event in her new book, ‘107 Days,’ where she wrote about the moment, describing it as pulling the pin on a hand grenade. She noted the chaotic atmosphere around the set, with her staff reacting to the situation, but she eventually managed to pivot by mentioning putting a Republican in her cabinet during the commercial break. Despite her efforts, the damage had already been done, and the incident remains a notable point in the campaign narrative.