Staff ReportsDonald Trump’s impeccable timing has once again come into play, and this time, it seems to be causing some serious ruckus over in the Democratic camp. As the Democratic National Convention kicked off in Chicago, President Joe Biden was attempting to bring some coherence to his rambling speech, which had more peaks and valleys than the Rocky Mountains. Perhaps sensing an opportunity, Trump took to his Truth Social account to drop a hefty update regarding the upcoming presidential debate schedule just as Biden’s chaotic remarks were winding down.
What’s the latest news from Trump? He confirmed that Vice President Kamala Harris has officially backed out of the highly anticipated Fox News debate set for September 4th. It’s no surprise, given the notorious challenges she faced during her previous appearances. The former president, ever the showman, sees this as a clear indication of Harris’s struggle to defend her record—especially when it comes to her warped views on issues like fracking and the totally unvetted border situation under her so-called jurisdiction as the “Border Czar.” It seems Kamala would prefer to avoid the thorny questions about the consequences of her many flip-flops and the chaotic influx of migrants crossing the border unchecked.
Comrade Kamala Harris has just informed us that she will NOT do the FoxNews Debate on September 4th. I am not surprised by this development because I feel that she knows it is very difficult, at best, for her to defend her record setting Flip-Flopping on absolutely everything she…
— Donald J. Trump Posts From His Truth Social (@TrumpDailyPosts) August 20, 2024
Instead of hashing it out on the debate stage, Trump has pivoted to a Tele-Town Hall event hosted by Sean Hannity in Pennsylvania. This strategy plays directly into Trump’s wheelhouse, allowing him to engage with his supporters and deliver his message without dealing with Harris’s elaborate deflections and the cringe-inducing moments that made her a laughingstock at the last debate. It’s a savvy move that keeps the spotlight on Trump while highlighting Harris’s reluctance to face off with someone who outmatches her on so many fronts.
Interestingly, one has to wonder if this strategic retreat by Harris isn’t also fueled by fear of her former rival in the 2020 Democratic primary, Tulsi Gabbard. The fact that Gabbard is reportedly assisting Trump in his preparations is a twist straight out of a political soap opera. If there’s a ghost haunting the Democratic Party, it’s most certainly Gabbard, and with her involvement, Harris might be wise to minimize debate appearances, lest she finds herself exposed again.
All of this unfolding drama is not just entertaining; it’s a clear indication of the fractures within the Democratic Party. While Biden stumbles through his speeches and tries to hold his party together, Harris backs away from public scrutiny. Meanwhile, Trump’s team is playing chess, positioning their candidate for maximum impact as they capitalize on their opponent’s fears and failures. In the high-stakes game of politics, one could easily say that while Biden stumbles, Trump sprints.
As the political landscape shifts, it’s becoming increasingly evident that the upcoming election will not just be about policies and promises; it will also be a battle of wits and public perception, something that Trump clearly understands. With the Democrats already facing internal turmoil and their candidate opting out of face-offs with a formidable opponent, the stage is set for Trump to command the narrative moving forward.
