Vice President Kamala Harris sat down for her third interview with a major network on October 22, where she discussed her economic plans for the country, differentiated herself from former President Donald Trump, and addressed tough questions on abortion and a potential pardon for Trump.
The 22-minute conversation with Hallie Jackson of NBC News marked Harris’s third major interview since accepting the Democratic nomination for president on August 5. She had previously appeared on CBS’s 60 Minutes on October 7 and was interviewed on Fox News on October 17.
During the interview, Harris called on Americans to ‘turn the page’ by electing her as president and claimed that gender was not an issue in the race. She emphasized that voters care more about a candidate’s competence rather than their gender.
When asked about a potential pardon for Trump, Harris declined to engage in hypotheticals and instead focused on her campaign for the presidency. She also outlined her economic plan, which includes tax breaks and financial aid for consumers, contrasting it with Trump’s policies that favor corporations.
On the topic of abortion, Harris expressed her commitment to abortion access and the reinstatement of Roe vs. Wade. She firmly stated that she would not consider religious exemptions when it comes to making decisions about one’s own body.
Regarding Biden’s health, Harris stood by her statements on his mental acuity, describing him as accomplished and capable. She dismissed the idea that she had not been honest with the American people about Biden’s health during his presidential campaign.
The interview covered a range of important topics and provided insight into Harris’s policies and priorities as a presidential candidate.
President Joe Biden (R) and Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump, participate in the CNN Presidential Debate at the CNN Studios in Atlanta on June 27, 2024. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
