Gunshots were fired into a Democratic Party-coordinated campaign office in Tempe, Arizona, where Vice President Kamala Harris's staff operates, just days before her upcoming visit to the state. The incident, discovered on 9/23/24, occurred at an office shared by the Arizona Democratic Party, the Harris campaign, and other Senate and House campaigns aimed at increasing voter turnout for the upcoming elections. Fortunately, there were no individuals present or injured during the shooting, as confirmed by the coordinated campaign manager for the state Democratic Party, Sean McEnerney.

The Tempe Police Department is currently investigating the incident, which was reported to the media by the local NBC affiliate KPNX. The office in Tempe, one of 18 field offices for the Harris campaign in Arizona, serves as a crucial operational hub for Democratic efforts in the state. With the upcoming visit of Vice President Harris scheduled on Friday, her first trip back since a rally in Glendale on Aug. 9, the incident has raised concerns about security and political tensions in the area.

During her previous rally in Arizona, Vice President Harris addressed immigration policies, emphasizing border security and pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants. The upcoming trip may involve a visit to the border, yet her campaign has not officially commented on this possibility. Tempe, known for its large student population from Arizona State University, plays a significant role in the state's politics, with students potentially being a key constituency in the upcoming elections. The city's influence could prove crucial for Democrats hoping to secure victory in November, following President Joe Biden's narrow win in the state in 2020.