Top Five Moments from Kamala Harris' First Sit-Down Interview Since Ascending to Democratic Presidential Ticket

Lisa Batz I
August 30, 2024 02:03pm
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Vice President Kamala Harris sat down for her first interview with the media since landing atop the Democratic ticket, shedding light on President Biden's call announcing his withdrawal from the race and defending her recent policy flip-flops. Here are the top five moments from the CNN interview, aired Thursday evening.

In response to a question about her "day one" agenda, Harris gave overarching answers instead of providing specific executive orders or directives. When pressed further, she listed examples such as extending the child tax credit and investing in affordable housing, but did not articulate a clear plan.

Top Five Moments from Kamala Harris' First Sit-Down Interview Since Ascending to Democratic Presidential Ticket

Harris doubled down on her claim that she would not ban fracking if elected, asserting that she made her stance clear during the 2020 election. However, transcripts of a 2019 CNN town hall show her stating she would ban fracking on her first day in office.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faced scrutiny for his previous comments that he wants to ban guns like the ones he "carried in war," despite never seeing combat during his time in the Army National Guard. When asked about the discrepancy, he attributed it to grammar, claiming he was referring to the idea of carrying weapons of war.

Top Five Moments from Kamala Harris' First Sit-Down Interview Since Ascending to Democratic Presidential Ticket

Harris avoided answering directly whether Biden endorsed her to run in his place when he informed her of his withdrawal from the race. Instead, she expressed her thoughts on Biden's presidency and his achievements.

Harris stated that she would consider appointing a Republican to her cabinet if elected, following a tradition of presidents bringing on politicians from across the aisle. She did not specify which specific individuals she had in mind.