U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, addressed concerns about the upcoming presidential election during an NBC News interview on Tuesday. She noted that her campaign is preparing for the possibility that former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee, might declare victory prematurely before all votes are counted. With only two weeks left until the election, Harris emphasized the importance of staying focused on the present while ensuring her team is equipped to manage any election night scenarios.
“We have the resources and expertise to be ready,” Harris stated, reinforcing her commitment to addressing any challenges that arise as the election unfolds. Her remarks came in light of Trump’s history of contesting the legitimacy of the 2020 election results and his actions leading up to the January 6 Capitol riots, which she strongly condemned. “He attempted to overturn a free and fair election and incited violence against our democracy,” she said, pointing out the severe consequences of such actions, including the loss of law enforcement lives during the Capitol attack.
As the election approaches, Harris highlighted the critical decision facing American voters regarding the nation’s future. She contrasted the Democratic vision for leadership with Trump’s approach, framing the election as a choice between a leader dedicated to upholding the Constitution and someone who has openly expressed admiration for authoritarian regimes. Harris reminded voters of Trump’s controversial remarks about possibly “terminating” the Constitution, cautioning them about the implications of their choices.
She also criticized Trump’s management of the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically mentioning reports of him providing COVID tests to international leaders while many Americans struggled to access them. “These are the pressing issues the American people must consider as they head to the polls,” she concluded, urging voters to reflect on the direction they want the country to take.
