(ProsperNews.net) – In a speech delivered in Wisconsin, former President Donald Trump mocked Vice President Kamala Harris, making controversial remarks about her mental capabilities. Trump said, “Joe Biden became mentally impaired. Kamala was born that way,” to applause from the crowd. He went on to blame Harris for issues like rising prices, border challenges, and foreign policy missteps, including the chaotic Afghan withdrawal and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
These statements were part of Trump’s broader critique of the current administration. He accused Harris of contributing to what he sees as America’s decline and portrayed her as incompetent. Trump referenced President Biden’s comments from earlier in the week, where Biden mentioned delegating responsibilities to Harris in both foreign and domestic policy matters.
Many of Harris’s critics have argued that she lacks authenticity, accusing her of saying whatever is politically convenient rather than holding firm beliefs. This sentiment is echoed in polling data, where 48% of Americans believe Harris merely says what people want to hear, according to a YouGov poll. Meanwhile, only 36% of those polled think she expresses her true convictions.
Harris’s approval ratings have fluctuated throughout her time as vice president, initially hitting a low of 28% in January 2024. However, following President Biden’s decision to step aside from the 2024 race, her approval rating has jumped to 48%, a 16-point rise in just two months. Some attribute this shift to favorable media coverage, rather than any substantive changes in her performance.
Digital strategist Greg Price commented on this change, noting that Harris has not significantly altered her approach, but rather that “the media machine has kicked into overdrive.” He argued that many Americans still believe the media’s portrayal of her, despite this perceived shift in narrative.
Harris remains a divisive figure, and her role in the upcoming election continues to draw both sharp criticism and increased scrutiny.
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