Kamala Harris Clashes with Donald Trump in Fiery Debate, Accusing Him of Election Lies and Threats Against Democracy

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11/09/2024 23h48

In a high-stakes debate aired on ABC News, Vice President Kamala Harris launched a scathing attack on former President Donald Trump, branding him a "disgrace" and openly questioning his mental fitness. Throughout the 90-minute exchange, Harris used Georgia-themed examples to challenge Trump's claims and attempted to put him on the defensive.

One of the key moments came when Trump falsely asserted that he had won Georgia and other battleground states in the 2020 election. Harris swiftly countered, reminding him that he was "fired by 81 million people" and expressing deep concern over the Republican's embrace of baseless election fraud allegations. The Vice President emphasized, "We cannot afford to have a president who attempts to upend the will of the voters in a free and fair election. You did, in fact, lose that election."

The debate grew increasingly heated as Trump criticized Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for allegedly pursuing an election-interference case for political gain. However, Harris swiftly reminded him of his history of using executive powers to target perceived enemies. "This is someone who openly stated that he would terminate the Constitution and weaponize the Department of Justice against his political adversaries," she pointed out. She further highlighted his expressed disdain for the military and warned of the repercussions if Trump were to return to the White House with no guardrails.

Unfazed by Harris' attacks, Trump resorted to personal insults, claiming without evidence that President Joe Biden secretly "hates" his vice president. He also dubbed Democrats "weak and pathetic." Although he refrained from reiterating his past criticisms of Harris' racial identity, she lamented the former president's consistent use of race to divide the American people, terming it a "tragedy."

In a direct response to Trump's accusation that she and her allies aim to confiscate guns, Harris firmly stated, "We're not taking anyone's guns away, so stop with the continuous lying about that."

The debate showcased a fierce clash between Harris and Trump, with both candidates unyielding in their attacks. Their verbal sparring unveiled the deep divisions that still linger in American politics. As the 2024 presidential election looms closer, the exchanges between the two political heavyweights serve as a glimpse into what could be a highly contentious campaign season.

The public and political pundits await further debates and rallies as the race for the White House intensifies, with Harris and other potential candidates positioning themselves for a shot at the presidency.

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