Vice President Kamala Harris criticized former President Donald Trump for his remarks about the grieving family of a Georgia mother who died after complications from an abortion pill. Harris blamed Georgia’s abortion restrictions on the woman’s death, highlighting the issue of reproductive care in her campaign. The family of the deceased woman attended Harris’ Atlanta rally, with her mother holding a photo of her daughter. Harris called out Trump for his lack of compassion and cruelty in his response to the grieving family’s story.
The issue of abortion restrictions under Trump’s presidency has resonated with voters like Ian Summer, who expressed concern about potential limitations on reproductive care. Harris has energized Democratic supporters in Georgia, where early voting is already underway. Democrats are pushing for a restoration of national abortion rights if they win the White House and gain enough seats in Congress. At the rally, Harris encouraged voters to follow the example of former President Jimmy Carter, who voted by mail after his 100th birthday, and highlighted the importance of voting early.
Harris has been leveraging her star power and campaigning alongside celebrities like Usher and Lizzo to excite voters in key states like Georgia and Michigan. In Detroit, Harris praised the city’s contributions to the auto and music industries, urging residents to vote early and make history by electing her as the first Black woman president. She criticized Trump’s disparaging remarks about Detroit and emphasized the city’s resilience and excellence. Harris highlighted the high voter turnout in Michigan and stressed the importance of each vote in a swing state like Michigan.
The Republican National Committee criticized Harris for using celebrities like Lizzo to distract from the positive impact of Trump’s policies in Michigan. Despite some disagreements with Harris, voters like Talona Johnson see her as a champion for women’s rights and trust her commitment to helping people. Harris emphasized the importance of organizing and registering voters, praising Detroit as a city of hard-working individuals who deserve respect. She addressed concerns about Middle East policy and reaffirmed her dedication to finding solutions amidst conflict. As the campaign intensifies, Harris continues to focus on key issues like reproductive rights and voter turnout.
