Former Vice President Kamala Harris made notable remarks during her recent interview with Don Lemon, highlighting the sentiments of Trump’s voters regarding his immigration policies. She mentioned that many people who voted for Trump felt lied to, particularly concerning the enforcement of illegal immigration. Harris’s comments came during her book tour promoting her memoir, ‘107 Days,’ which details her 2024 election campaign. The title symbolizes the short time she had following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race and his endorsement of her as the replacement nominee.
Sources indicate that many Trump supporters expressed frustration over the broader impact of immigration enforcement, feeling that it targeted hardworking individuals rather than those who were criminals. Harris emphasized that these frustrations have led to a sense of betrayal among some of Trump’s voters. In addition to these concerns, she has consistently criticized Trump’s administration, accusing him of deception and hypocrisy. However, during the same interview, she criticized the media for their negative reception of her book tour and memoir, suggesting that the media’s response has been unhelpful.
The former vice president also discussed her belief that the American public needed a break from the current political climate and was ready to ‘activate’ and take significant steps against what she describes as the weaponization of the rule of law. This activism is further highlighted through the ‘No Kings’ protest she is promoting. Harris’s stance on the issue has been marked by her strong opposition to the current administration’s policies and her ongoing critique of the federal government’s integrity and performance.
While discussing the broader political landscape, Harris has also expressed her views on the Department of Justice, asserting that she does not believe the American public can trust it, especially following recent events involving the indictment of high-profile figures such as James Comey and Letitia James. Additionally, she offered a rare compliment to Trump, acknowledging his efforts in securing the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, reflecting a complex and multifaceted view of the political situation and its implications.