The recent verbal boxing match between former President Trump and the Democrats remains a spectacle worth watching. As usual, the left has been quick to hurl personal insults at Trump and his running mate, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, labeling them as “weird.” Apparently, when the Democrats can’t win on policy, they resort to childish name-calling, which is a hallmark of their strategy.
Not one to back down, Trump fired back at the Democrats, putting Vice President Kamala Harris in his crosshairs. He declared that she is unfit for office and took issue with her performance on the southern border, which he called an “invasion.” The elite media might want to remember that under the last administration, the border was secured, not turned into a carnival. His call for Harris to be impeached and prosecuted for her actions is a bold statement regarding accountability in government—something the left seems allergic to.
Trump destroys Kamala Harris
Here he is in Wisconsin speaking on the border
If you agree we should close it
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— Justin (@letfreedomrinng) September 28, 2024
During his rally in Erie, Pennsylvania, Trump further noted that he sees a troubling similarity between Harris and President Biden, whose cognitive faculties have been the subject of much speculation. His candid remarks about Biden’s mental state left many chuckling, but it was his jab at Harris that resonates with a growing sentiment among conservative voters. Trump entertained the notion that Harris might have come into this world with some deficiencies that have persisted into her political career, making one wonder if there is indeed something missing from her cognitive toolkit.
While not all Republicans are ready to join in with Trump’s personal assessments of Harris, some are willing to acknowledge that her policies are what’s truly damaging the country. Minnesota Republican Rep. Tom Emmer took the pragmatic route by referencing Harris’ track record and refusing to engage in the personal attacks that may overshadow the critical discussion of policy. This approach, while consistent, does raise questions about whether the GOP is ready to confront the more pressing issues underpinning the current administration’s failures.
Senator Lindsey Graham, while slightly more cautious in his rhetoric, echoed a similar sentiment regarding policy over personality. He emphasized that Harris’ “crazy liberal” policies are at the root of the chaos plaguing the nation. Instead of turning the debate into a personal circus, Republicans seem to prefer a heavyweight showdown over the merits of policy. The challenge now is whether they can convey this message effectively, harnessing the intensity of Trump’s barbs without losing sight of the broader issues that have Americans concerned about their livelihoods.