In a recent interview with CNN anchor Dana Bash, Vice President Kamala Harris faced harsh criticism, leading some to believe it could mark the beginning of the end for her campaign. Among those voicing strong opinions is former Republican Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich, who shared his thoughts on Fox Business Network’s “Mornings With Maria” with guest host Cheryl Casone.
Gingrich did not hold back, predicting that Harris would “lose the election” due to the interview’s fallout. He sarcastically suggested that former President Trump should invite Governor Walz to accompany Harris during the presidential debates as a “comfort blanket,” implying that she would feel more at ease with Walz by her side. Gingrich’s critique centered on Harris’s performance, pointing out what he perceives as inconsistencies in her record, particularly regarding her time as California’s attorney general and her role as the border czar.
Gingrich argued that Harris’s claims of being tough on international gangs fall flat, especially in light of recent gang-related violence in places like Aurora, Colorado, and the ongoing border crisis. He emphasized that her track record doesn’t match her rhetoric, concluding that this would cost her the election.
Gingrich wasn’t alone in his criticism. On CNN, conservative commentator Scott Jennings also took issue with Harris’s decision to bring Governor Walz to the interview, which he interpreted as a sign of weakness. Jennings pointed out that this move could reinforce doubts about Harris’s capability as a candidate, questioning why she didn’t handle the interview solo.
During a panel discussion with Anderson Cooper, Jennings expressed concern over the optics of Harris appearing with her running mate. He argued that it reflected a lack of confidence in her abilities, raising questions about her decision-making process as a potential president. Jennings even went so far as to describe Walz as Harris’s “emotional support animal” in a post on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting that his presence during the interview only highlighted her perceived vulnerability.
The interview has sparked a broader conversation about Harris’s candidacy, with critics on both sides questioning her readiness for the challenges ahead. Whether this moment will have a lasting impact on her campaign remains to be seen, but it has certainly added fuel to the ongoing debate over her qualifications and political future.