The campaign team of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has released a promotional video targeting Donald Trump, portraying the Republican as unfit and unreliable for the presidency according to the words of his own advisors and former high-ranking officials. The video is set to air this Tuesday in the hours leading up to the televised debate between Harris and Trump on Fox News, an event both campaigns consider potentially decisive for the 2024 presidential election.
In Their Own Words: Republicans Criticize Trump
“In 2016, Donald Trump claimed he would only appoint the best people to his administration. Now, those people have a warning for America: Trump is unfit to be president again,” the video begins. To bolster this message, Democrats featured statements from media interviews with Trump administration members such as former Vice President Mike Pence and former National Security Advisor John Bolton.
“Anyone who puts themselves above the Constitution should never be president of the United States. It should be no surprise that I will not support Donald Trump in this election,” Pence declares in the video.
Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper also appears, stating that Trump cannot be trusted with the nation’s secret and intelligence information. “You can no longer trust Trump. It would be an irresponsible action that puts our service members and national security at risk,” Esper is seen saying in a CNN interview excerpt used in the video.
Bolton adds, “Donald Trump will cause much damage. The only thing Donald Trump cares about is Donald Trump,” while former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley offers scathing remarks about Trump during a speech: “We don't swear an oath to a king, nor to a queen, nor to a tyrant... and certainly not to an aspiring dictator.”
The video concludes with a campaign message: “This is what those who know him best think. Donald Trump is a threat to our troops and our democracy. We cannot let him lead our country again. I’m Kamala Harris, and I approve this message.”
With eight weeks until Election Day and early voting starting this month in key states, much is at stake as Harris and Trump face off for 90 minutes during prime time at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
“There’s a lot, a lot, a lot at stake. This is going to be a very, very important moment in the campaign,” veteran Republican strategist and seasoned campaigner David Kochel told Fox News Digital.
Fully aware of the Republican’s visceral nature, Harris’s campaign team aims to provoke Trump in the days and hours leading up to the confrontation. “There’s no limit to how low he can go. And we must be prepared for that. We must be prepared for the fact that he does not carry the burden of telling the truth,” said Vice President Joe Biden in a radio interview on the eve of the debate.
Later on Tuesday, Harris launched another attack on the Republican, focusing on Trump’s age and his apparent obsession with crowd sizes. Tonight, they will come face to face.
Key Questions about the Upcoming Harris-Trump Debate
As the highly anticipated debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump approaches, several questions loom large. Here, we address some of the most pressing issues surrounding this significant political event.
What are the main criticisms highlighted in the Democratic campaign video?
The video features criticisms from former Trump administration officials, highlighting Trump's unreliability, unfitness for office, and potential risks to national security.
Why is the Harris-Trump debate considered a pivotal moment in the 2024 election?
Both campaigns view the debate as crucial because it could significantly influence voter opinions and sway undecided voters as Election Day approaches.
How is Kamala Harris's campaign preparing for the debate?
Harris’s campaign is strategizing to provoke Trump and highlight his weaknesses, while also preparing for his unpredictable behavior and potential falsehoods.
What topics are likely to be focal points during the debate?
The debate is expected to cover a range of issues, including Trump's past presidency, national security concerns, and the candidates' visions for America's future.