Kamala Harris Criticized by Conservatives for ‘Incompetent Performance’ in First Interview Since Biden’s Withdrawal

Vice President Kamala Harris faces criticism following her first major interview since becoming the Democratic nominee for President.

The interview with CNN anchor Dana Bash was intended to demonstrate Harris’s command over key issues and provide clarity on her policy positions. However, it quickly became a focal point for her critics.

Many conservative commentators and top Republicans have pounced on various aspects of Harris’s performance. The criticism ranged from her responses to specific questions to her overall demeanor during the interview.

Washington Reporter editor-in-chief Matthew Foldi criticized Harris for appearing to hold contradictory positions on multiple issues.

Kamala Harris values diversity of opinion so much—she’s held every position on every issue herself!

— Matthew Foldi (@MatthewFoldi) August 30, 2024

Foldi’s remarks were echoed by DailyWire reporter Ryan Saavedra, who expressed frustration over Harris’s performance and questioned why she had been largely absent from public interviews for about 40 days.

Fox Business correspondent Charles Gasparino also weighed in, criticizing Harris’s responses during the interview. Gasparino noted that Harris’s answers seemed to lack clarity and coherence.

Off the bat @KamalaHarris makes it sound like @realDonaldTrump had been running the show for the past four years. very weird

— Charles Gasparino (@CGasparino) August 30, 2024

Conservative commentator Kevin Smith took issue with Harris’s mispronunciation of Bash’s name, using it to make broader claims about her competence.

This criticism extended to how Harris’s body language was interpreted by various observers.

Media personality Colby Hall and user Andrew Paino both commented on Harris’s body language, noting that she appeared hunched over and lacking confidence. They suggested that her demeanor conveyed a sense of weakness and unease.

Former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy highlighted what he saw as a significant inconsistency in Harris’s stance on fracking.

Kamala Harris said Dana Bash’s name wrong..,

She must be a racist

— kevin smith (@kevin_smith45) August 30, 2024

Ramaswamy pointed out that Harris’s position on banning fracking had shifted from her 2020 presidential campaign to her current stance.

The criticism also touched on Harris’s broader approach to handling questions and issues. Some critics argued that her performance indicated a lack of preparedness and effectiveness in addressing key policy matters.

Harris had waited nearly 40 days after President Biden’s exit from the race to conduct this interview, which only fueled further scrutiny.

Critics argued that this delay contributed to her perceived unpreparedness during the interview.

Why does Kamala Harris look hunched over? Her answers are strong but weird body language of looking down?

— Colby Hall (@colbyhall) August 30, 2024

Trump and his allies have been vocal in contrasting their more frequent media appearances with Harris’s limited engagement. This contrast has been a point of contention in the ongoing political discourse.

As the September 10 debate between Harris and Trump approaches, the scrutiny of Harris’s performance is expected to intensify. The debate will be a crucial opportunity for Harris to address the criticisms and reinforce her position.

The interview was part of Harris’s effort to reach out to a broader audience and address key issues ahead of the November election. Despite the backlash, Harris remains focused on her campaign strategy and policy goals.

Body language experts are going to have a field day with this Kamala Harris interview. The lack of confidence is staggering! Kamala keeps looking down and away is conveying a great deal of weakness. The hiding from record is amazing too #cnn #harrisinterview #kamala #DanaBash pic.twitter.com/o1BYbFM0U7

— Andrew Paino (@AndrewPaino) August 30, 2024

Overall, the interview has highlighted the challenges Harris faces as the Democratic nominee.

The criticism underscores the high stakes of the upcoming election and the intense scrutiny of candidates.

Harris’s ability to address these critiques effectively will be crucial as she prepares for the debates and the final stretch of the campaign.