US Vice-President Kamala Harris has launched her White House campaign with a fiery rally in Wisconsin, taking aim at former President Donald Trump and portraying the upcoming election as a choice between a former prosecutor and a convicted felon.
Addressing a crowd of 3,000 in the battleground state, Harris drew parallels between her Republican opponent and the fraudsters she had prosecuted during her time as California’s attorney general. She emphasized her track record of taking on predators, fraudsters, and cheaters, vowing to put her record against Trump’s any day of the week.
In response, Trump criticized Harris on social media, calling her “Lyin’ Kamala Harris” and accusing her of destroying everything she touches. Despite the attacks, Harris’s campaign gained momentum after securing the support of a majority of Democratic delegates, leading to President Joe Biden’s endorsement.
Following Biden’s withdrawal from the race, Harris raised over $100 million in just 36 hours, showcasing strong support for her candidacy. A national poll also showed her with a two-point lead over Trump, indicating a competitive race ahead.
During her rally, Harris outlined her liberal priorities on gun control, abortion access, child poverty, union rights, and affordable healthcare, prompting enthusiastic responses from the audience. The crowd chanted “Kamala! Kamala!” and “lock him up” in reference to Trump, showcasing a level of energy not seen at Biden events.
As the campaign progresses, Harris faces challenges from the Trump camp, which is attacking her record on immigration and crime. Despite the criticism, Harris has garnered endorsements from top Democratic lawmakers and Hollywood stars, indicating broad support for her candidacy.
President Biden is set to deliver a speech explaining his decision to withdraw from the race, while a Republican member of the House of Representatives has introduced articles of impeachment against Harris, accusing her of mishandling immigration at the border. However, the resolution is considered unlikely to advance.
The stage is set for a heated election battle between Harris and Trump, with both candidates gearing up for a tough fight ahead.
