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Trump Botches Reset

August 1, 2024 · 6:06 am ET · Leave a Comment

“Scrambling to put an end to Kamala Harris’ ascent, Donald Trump’s campaign and outside allies came up with a plan: Hit her on immigration, her record as a ‘liberal prosecutor’ and as a ‘radical,’” Politico reports.

“It didn’t last long.”

“During a 34-minute question-and-answer appearance before the National Association of Black Journalists, Trump questioned Harris’ Black identity. He said he would pardon violent Jan. 6 rioters, and he didn’t directly answer when asked if his vice presidential pick, Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, would be ready to assume the presidency.”

“The exchanges overshadowed the attacks his political operation has made against Harris in recent days, while Trump still seems to be searching for an effective message to damage her.”

Washington Post: Trump issues many, many falsehoods at Black journalists’ convention.

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