Kamala Harris insists on independence from Biden's presidential vision in Fox interview

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Kamala Harris sought to distinguish her future presidency from that of Joe Biden during a recent interview with Fox News, targeting Republican voters who may be skeptical of Donald Trump.

In a spirited exchange with host Bret Baier, Harris addressed contentious topics like immigration and gender transition surgery, frequently asserting, “May I finish,” when interrupted.

A pivotal moment in the half-hour interview arose when Baier pressed Harris about her previous comments—ones Republicans have latched onto—regarding her lack of alternative actions during Biden’s four years in office. "My presidency will not be a continuation of Joe Biden's presidency," Harris, 59, asserted, emphasizing her status as a candidate representing "a new generation of leadership."

Biden had remarked earlier in the week that Harris would "cut her own path" as president.

Harris also took aim at former President Trump, 78, criticizing his threats to use military force against perceived internal enemies. "He's the one who tends to demean and belittle and diminish the American people," she stated, referring to his rhetoric about an "enemy within."

Trump's campaign quickly denounced the interview, calling it a "train wreck." Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said in a statement, "Kamala was angry, defensive, and once again abdicated any responsibility for the problems Americans are facing."

This interview marked Harris's first sit-down with Fox News, a strategic move as she attempts to break the stalemate in a competitive presidential race with less than three weeks remaining. Throughout the conversation, Baier pressed her on various issues, including Trump campaign ads and his defense of military remarks.

Harris consistently redirected questions back to Trump, especially when discussing the record numbers of illegal immigrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border during Biden’s administration, despite recent declines. She pointed out that the Biden-Harris administration had proposed a bill aimed at addressing border crossings, only for Trump to instruct Republicans to oppose it.

When asked about gender surgery for prisoners or undocumented individuals—an angle featured in recent Trump campaign advertisements—Harris responded, "I will follow the law—and it's a law that Donald Trump actually followed," referencing a New York Times report that noted gender-affirming care was provided during Trump's presidency.

As the conversation turned to Biden's mental acuity and his decision to step back from the race after a challenging debate with Trump, Harris shifted the focus back to the Republican candidate, stating, "Bret, Joe Biden is not on the ballot. And Donald Trump is."

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