Harris condemns Trump’s ‘baseless’ claims against Haitian immigrants
Vice President Kamala Harris criticized former President Donald Trump for his recent statements in Springfield, Ohio, where he falsely claimed that Black immigrants from Haiti are consuming American cats and dogs.
Harris labeled the remarks as “a crying shame,” expressing her outrage at what she described as Trump’s continuation of “spewing lies grounded in age-old tropes.”
Harris underscored the gravity of the situation, stating, “You cannot be entrusted with the seal of the president while engaging in hateful rhetoric.”
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Her comments highlighted the significant impact that leaders have on public discourse, noting the “profound responsibility” that accompanies wielding such a substantial platform.
The vice-president’s remarks come amid heightened national discussions on immigration and race, as she calls for more responsible and truthful rhetoric from those in positions of power.