Former President Donald Trump continues to emphasize his media availability in contrast to Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been less accessible since her campaign announcement.

Trump will hold a press conference at his Bedminster golf course on Thursday, marking his second media event in a week, something viewed as a deliberate move to flip the script and draw attention to Harris' limited interactions with the press, as ABC News reports.

Last Thursday, Trump held a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate, during which he discussed a range of topics including immigration, reproductive rights, and ongoing criticisms of Harris.

Trump Criticizes Harris' Lack of Media Availability

Trump's campaign has targeted Harris for her limited media presence since she announced her candidacy 24 days ago. Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Trump's campaign, highlighted the issue, stating, "It has been 24 days and Kamala Harris continues to duck and hide from the media -- no interviews and no press conferences since she announced."

Trump himself has echoed this criticism, claiming, "She hasn't done an interview -- she can't do an interview."

Harris, meanwhile, has engaged in smaller-scale media interactions, including brief conversations with reporters aboard Air Force Two and responses to shouted questions.

Despite these minor engagements, her campaign has come under scrutiny for what some perceive as an avoidance of more formal press conferences and interviews.

Harris Campaign Responds to Trump's Criticisms

The Harris campaign has defended her approach, suggesting that she will participate in a sit-down interview before the end of the month.

A statement from the campaign also pushed back against Trump's claims, arguing that he "did the only thing he knows how to do -- he went out and lied, made up stories, mixed up dates, attacked the media, and, overall, reminded Americans that he is a deeply unwell man."

Michael Tyler, a senior advisor to the Harris campaign, emphasized their commitment to direct voter engagement through various channels.

"We will commit to directly engage with the voters that are actually gonna decide this election," Tyler said, adding that this will include "rallies, sit-down interviews, press conferences, and all the digital assets we have at our disposal."

Campaign Activities Heat Up in Battleground States

Both candidates have been active in key battleground states, seeking to solidify their support ahead of the upcoming election.

Harris, alongside her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, has made several visits to these critical areas, focusing on engaging with voters directly.

Trump, on the other hand, recently visited Montana to campaign for GOP Senate candidate Tim Sheehy.

In addition to his upcoming press conference, Trump has planned further campaign activities, including an economic speech in North Carolina and a rally in Pennsylvania over the weekend.

Conclusion

The ongoing contrast between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' media strategies highlights the different approaches each candidate is taking as they vie for voter attention.

While Trump continues to hold frequent press conferences and criticize Harris for her limited media availability, Harris' campaign has defended her approach and plans to increase her visibility in the coming weeks.

As both candidates focus on battleground states, the effectiveness of their strategies remains to be seen, with each side seeking to sway voters through their respective campaigns.