During her first interview with Fox News as the Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris engaged in a heated exchange with “Special Report” host Bret Baier.
The interview, which took place Wednesday, covered a range of topics from immigration to national security, as Harris often pushed back on Baier’s questions.
The interview began with a question on U.S.-Mexico border policy, prompting Harris to emphasize her approach to immigration. Baier pressed her on border issues and Republican nominee Donald Trump’s mental acuity.
In response, Harris redirected the conversation back to her policies and those of the current administration, asserting, “You have to let me finish.” She clarified her stance on immigration, stating, “I do not believe in criminalizing border crossings. I have not done that as vice president and I will not do that as president.”
Harris positioned herself as a leader with a strong record on national security, pointing to her experience prosecuting transnational criminal organizations, including the Sinaloa and Guadalajara cartels.
Harris also addressed Baier’s attempts to draw comparisons between her and President Joe Biden.
“Joe Biden is not on the ballot,” she reminded him, underscoring that this election should focus on the choices voters have between her and Trump. She called for a balanced conversation, stating, “I would like that we would have a conversation that is grounded in a full assessment of the facts.” Baier, in response, acknowledged her points with a quick “Yes, ma’am.”
When asked about national security, Baier inquired which country Harris sees as the greatest threat to the United States. She named Iran as the primary threat, a response that seemed to catch Baier off guard.
Harris emphasized her commitment to supporting Israel, recounting her presence in the Situation Room during times when Iran posed a threat. “Each occasion that Iran posed a threat to Israel, I was there … working with the heads of our military to ensure that Israel has the resources to defend itself,” she said. Harris reiterated her “unyielding and unwavering” commitment to backing Israel against Iran and its regional allies.
As the interview neared its end, Harris continued to elaborate on her policies and encouraged viewers to visit her campaign website for more information.
“I have much more to say,” she insisted, mentioning that her website contains an 80-page policy outline for those seeking a deeper understanding of her platform.
Throughout the discussion, Harris navigated Baier’s questions with a firm stance, asserting her positions on immigration and foreign policy while drawing contrasts with Trump.
The exchange highlighted the sharp differences between the candidates, particularly on issues of border security and the handling of international threats.
Harris’s interview underscored her approach to key issues as the Democratic presidential nominee. On immigration, she positioned herself as a candidate who prioritizes national security while opposing the criminalization of border crossings.
On foreign policy, she made clear her commitment to defending U.S. allies and countering threats from Iran, distinguishing herself from Trump’s approach.
Baier’s pressing questions and Harris’s assertive responses reflected the high-stakes nature of the upcoming election, as both candidates continue to define their positions on pivotal issues for American voters.
