The 2024 presidential race continues to heat up with Vice President Kamala Harris making a bold statement during a CNN town hall, directly calling former President Donald Trump a ‘fascist.’ This comes after Harris drew comparisons between Trump and Adolf Hitler earlier in the day on social media, highlighting Trump’s desire for a loyal military force.
During the town hall, held in Pennsylvania, moderator Anderson Cooper pressed Harris on her earlier comparison. Harris, unapologetic, responded with a resounding ‘Yes, I do’ when asked if she believes Trump is a ‘fascist.’ She then doubled down on her assertion that Trump is ‘unstable,’ adding that his unfitness to serve is evident to those who have worked closely with him.
Harris cited the alarming comments of former Trump White House Chief of Staff John Kelly, who recently described Trump’s desire to create a military loyal to him, not the Constitution, as akin to Hitler’s generals. Kelly, a four-star Marine general, has spoken out about Trump’s dangerous tendencies, prompting Harris to call his remarks a ‘911 call’ to the American people, highlighting the potential for Trump’s worst impulses to manifest if he were to return to the White House.
Harris’ comments come amidst a heated election cycle where Trump has faced two close assassination attempts, fueled by escalating rhetoric. Trump has fiercely refuted both Harris and Kelly’s claims, labeling Kelly’s statements as driven by ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome Hatred.’ He also attacked Kelly’s competence as a general, accusing him of being ‘tough and dumb’ and ‘weak.’
The exchange between Harris, Kelly, and Trump highlights the increasingly contentious nature of the 2024 presidential race. With less than two weeks until Election Day, voters face a critical decision, weighing the candidates’ positions and the implications of their potential presidencies. The clash between Harris, Kelly, and Trump underscores the stark differences in their visions for the country and the importance of informed voting.