Vice President Kamala Harris Delivers DNC Acceptance Speech, Touts Foreign Policy Record
CHICAGO – Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a powerful acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, highlighting her foreign policy record and support for veterans. However, critics were quick to point out that she failed to mention the 13 U.S. service members who lost their lives during the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.
During her speech, Harris emphasized her commitment to defending America’s security and ideals, vowing to stand strong against tyrants and dictators. She also praised her handling of the conflict in Russia and her efforts to mobilize a global response to defend against aggression.
Despite her focus on foreign affairs, Harris made no mention of the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, which led to the deaths of 13 U.S. service members and left hundreds of Americans and Afghan allies stranded under Taliban rule. Critics, including Sen. Ted Cruz, have argued that the withdrawal created a power vacuum that emboldened adversaries like Russia.
While Harris celebrated her record on foreign policy, families of the fallen service members criticized the administration’s handling of the withdrawal during the Republican National Convention. They called for accountability and an apology from President Joe Biden.
Harris, who accepted the nomination for president after Biden dropped out of the race, vowed to serve all Americans if elected to the Oval Office. Despite the controversy surrounding the Afghanistan withdrawal, Harris remains focused on her campaign and serving the American people.
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