Kamala Harris defends policy changes in high-stakes first interview
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris defended her evolving policy positions in her first major interview since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee, addressing concerns about changes in her views on immigration and fracking.
In the interview, which was recorded in Savannah, Georgia, Harris insisted that her core values remain unchanged despite shifts in her policies.
Harris explained that her support for the Green New Deal, aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels, has not wavered. She highlighted her involvement in passing the Inflation Reduction Act, which invested heavily in renewable energy.
However, she did not elaborate on her reversal regarding fracking, a practice she had previously vowed to ban but later moderated her stance on due to its unpopularity in key states like Pennsylvania.
Regarding immigration, Harris emphasized her commitment to border security and noted her previous work as California’s Attorney General. Despite once advocating for more progressive immigration reforms, she said her experiences as Vice President have led her to seek consensus and practical solutions.
Harris also expressed her openness to including a Republican in her presidential cabinet, stressing the importance of diverse viewpoints in decision-making.
Her first interview, which comes after criticism for avoiding deeper media scrutiny, aims to address both her policy changes and future plans.
The full interview with Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, will air on CNN at 9:00 PM ET on Thursday.
This interview follows months of limited press engagements and is set against the backdrop of Harris’s campaign efforts in crucial states like Georgia.
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