Staff Reports
During a heated exchange on CNN, Vice President Kamala Harris was in the hot seat as Anderson Cooper grilled her about President Biden's lackluster debate performance. Cooper referred to a report by CNN's John King, highlighting concerns among Democrat lawmakers and strategists about Biden's ability to lead, even suggesting the possibility of him stepping down.
However, Harris dodged the question and highlighted what she perceived as Biden's strengths during the debate. Despite Cooper's persistent probing about the disappointment expressed by some Democrats over Biden's performance, Harris remained steadfast in her defense of the president.
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The CNN host pointed out that even Democratic lawmakers had characterized Biden's debate showing as a "disaster" and a "train wreck," indicating a notable level of concern within the party. Cooper continued to press Harris on whether she shared these concerns, but Harris maintained her support for Biden, emphasizing the importance of substance over style in the election.
As the exchange grew more tense, Cooper challenged Harris on her unwavering praise for Biden and questioned whether she truly believed there were no reasons for concern about his performance. Despite acknowledging a slow start, Harris stood firm in her defense of Biden, refusing to entertain the notion of him stepping aside.
The verbal sparring between Cooper and Harris underscored the growing unease within Democratic circles about Biden's leadership abilities, with Cooper pushing for more candid responses from the vice president. Yet, Harris remained resolute in her support for Biden, focusing on what she saw as his strengths rather than addressing the mounting criticisms within the party.
