Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy by suggesting that Vice President Kamala Harris changed her identity to gain political advantage. Trump’s comments were made during an interview with African American journalists in Chicago, where he falsely claimed that Harris had switched from identifying as Indian to Black.
Harris, who has always identified as Black and graduated from a historically Black university, later denounced Trump’s remarks as divisive and disrespectful. These inflammatory comments are part of Trump’s campaign strategy to improve his standing with Black voters as he gears up for the 2024 White House contest.
Despite facing legal challenges and backlash for his comments, Trump continued to attack Harris at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Harris, on the other hand, emphasized the need for leadership that embraces diversity and unity.
Since becoming the presumptive Democratic nominee, Harris has gained momentum and endorsements from various quarters, including venture capital investors. As the political landscape continues to evolve, Trump’s attacks on Harris seem to have little impact on her rising popularity and support.