Lindy Li Criticizes Kamala Harris Campaign's "$1 Billion Disaster" and Blames Joe Biden for Hasty Endorsement

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10/11/2024 18h50

**Lindy Li Criticizes Kamala Harris Campaign as "$1 Billion Disaster," Points Finger at Biden**

In a candid interview with Fox News, Democratic National Committee women's chair and Kamala Harris supporter Lindy Li expressed her discontent with the Harris campaign, labeling it a "$1 billion disaster." Li attributed the campaign's failures to Joe Biden, citing his rapid endorsement of Harris as a significant misstep.

The dissatisfaction, according to Li, began with Biden's immediate endorsement of Harris just 30 minutes after he exited the presidential race. Speaking with Fox News host Will Cain, Li remarked, "I actually think President Biden, the whole endorsing her 30 minutes after he dropped out, I think that was a big, 'F you' to the party. 'If you don't want me, here's somebody you may not like, deal with it.'"

When Cain inquired if Biden was deliberately burdening the party with Harris, Li replied, "Kind of like sticking it to the man." Li further pointed to the delayed endorsements from Michelle and Barack Obama, who took three days to support Harris, as an indication that the Democratic Party was taken aback by Biden's hasty decision.

Li noted that Biden's quick endorsement thwarted the idea of an open mini-primary, which had been discussed among party leaders and media members. "The truth is, this is just an epic disaster, this is a $1 billion disaster," said Li. "Actually, it was 1 billion, 18 million, I think, right? They're $20 million or $18 million in debt. It's incredible, and I raised millions of that."

Reflecting on the promises made by Harris campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillon, Li voiced her frustration. "I was promised, [Harris campaign chair] Jen O'Malley Dillon promised all of us that Harris would win. She even put videos out saying Harris would win. I believed her, my donors believed her, and so they wrote massive checks. I just feel like a lot of us were misled."

The revelations highlight the internal discord and the financial struggles faced by the Harris campaign, leaving donors and supporters like Li seeking answers and accountability.

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