Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, has been increasing her media presence ahead of the upcoming ABC Presidential Debate. This surge in interviews follows criticism over her limited press conferences and formal interviews since becoming the nominee in mid-July.
In contrast to former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, who have conducted dozens of interviews since last month, Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, have only participated in six.
Harris conducted her second and third interviews since becoming the nominee on Wednesday and Thursday. She sat down with comedian Rickey Smiley of the nationally syndicated “Rickey Smiley Morning Show” on Wednesday and then spoke with a Phoenix-area Spanish-language radio station on Thursday. The Smiley interview aired Friday morning, while the Spanish-language interview is expected to air at 1 p.m. ET the same day.
During her interview with Uforia entertainment reporter Edna Chapa, known as “Angel Baby,” Harris discussed her economic agenda and new housing initiatives. She also criticized Trump, arguing that a second Trump presidency would lead to negative economic consequences.
“The issue of the economy is one of my highest priorities,” Harris told Chapa, according to pre-released excerpts of the interview obtained by Fox News Digital. Harris’ first policy platform, released last month, focused on economic issues, and this week she unveiled new tax proposals aimed at boosting small business growth.
Harris also targeted Trump during the interview, calling out his “hateful rhetoric.” She emphasized her desire to “chart a new way forward for the country.”
“I’m running because I believe we are in a fight for our country’s future,” Harris stated.
Next week, Trump and Harris will face off on the debate stage, moderated by ABC anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis. The upcoming debate presents a crucial opportunity for both candidates to present their views and policies to the American public.
