Trump Demands 'Fair But Tough' CNN Interview of Harris, Claims She's 'Inept'

Former President Donald Trump is pressuring CNN to conduct a "fair but tough" interview of Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting it would reveal her unsuitability for the presidency.

Former President Donald Trump is weighing in on 2024 election rival Vice President Kamala Harris' first interview since replacing President Biden atop the Democrats' national ticket.

In a social media post on Thursday morning, Trump called for CNN to conduct a "fair but tough interview" of Harris and argued that if that occurs, it "will expose her as being totally inept and ill-suited for the job of President."

Trump Demands 'Fair But Tough' CNN Interview of Harris, Claims She's 'Inept'

Harris has been riding a wave of energy, enthusiasm, and momentum in both polling and fundraising since succeeding her boss as their party's presidential nominee nearly six weeks ago. But she's refrained from holding a news conference or sitting for a major interview – until now.

And that's brought continuous incoming fire from Trump, GOP running mate Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, their campaign, and allied Republicans.

Trump Demands 'Fair But Tough' CNN Interview of Harris, Claims She's 'Inept'

"She can't answer questions," Trump charged earlier this week as he took questions from reporters during a stop in northern Virginia. "Why doesn't she do something like I'm doing right now?"

He claimed that the vice president "can't talk. We can't have another dummy as a president."

Harris' scheduled CNN interview comes as she faces mounting pressure from both Republicans and some Democrats to address questions about her record and qualifications. Democrats are hoping that her first major interview will help her consolidate support within the party and build momentum heading into the 2024 election.

But Republicans are hoping to use the interview to expose what they see as her weaknesses and vulnerabilities. They believe that Harris is unprepared for the presidency and that her inexperience will be a liability for the Democrats in 2024.

It remains to be seen whether CNN's interview with Harris will live up to Trump's expectations. But it's clear that the former president is eager to see her put on the spot and tested.

* Trump's comments reflect his continued efforts to attack and undermine Harris' presidential campaign.

* Republicans believe that Harris is a weak candidate and that Trump would easily defeat her in a general election matchup.

* Democrats are hoping that Harris' first major interview will help her build momentum and consolidate support within the party.

* Harris has been criticized by some for her lack of experience in foreign policy and national security.

* Republicans are also hoping to use Harris' interview to highlight her support for progressive policies that they believe are unpopular with the American people.