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Harris Says Trump's Comments on Liz Cheney Show He Is Unfit for Presidency

 November 3, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris has taken aim at Donald Trump for his controversial remarks he recently made about one of her most prominent supporters.

In a recent event, Trump discussed a violent scenario involving former Rep. Liz Cheney, which has sparked widespread condemnation, and caused Harris to declare such rhetoric to be evidence of his unfitness for office and disqualifying from the role, as the Daily Mail reports.

Last Thursday, during a discussion with Tucker Carlson, Trump envisioned a hypothetical and dangerous situation for Cheney involving "nine barrels shooting at her.

"This remark was part of Trump's ongoing critique of Cheney, especially what he said was her propensity to advocate for American involvement in conflicts abroad.

Kamala Harris Reacts to Trump's Words

Reacting to Trump's comments, emphasized her belief that such extreme rhetoric showcases Trump as "unstable and unhinged" and underscores his pattern of viewing political opponents as enemies.

"Trump, however, considers his political opponents the enemy and is permanently out for revenge and increasingly unstable and unhinged. His enemies list has grown longer," she stated.

Harris also criticized Trump's focus, which she argues has moved away from the concerns of the American people. "His rhetoric has grown more extreme, and he is even less focused than before on the needs and the concerns and the challenges facing the American people," Harris added.

Amidst this controversy, Harris has praised Cheney as a patriot who has consistently placed her country above her party, underscoring the seriousness of Trump's comments.

Political and Personal Repercussions of Trump's Statements

Trump's remarks were quickly defended by his campaign, with spokesperson Karoline Leavitt clarifying that Trump was criticizing Cheney's advocacy for war, rather than making a personal threat.

"President Trump is 100 percent correct that warmongers like Liz Cheney are very quick to start wars and send other Americans to fight them, rather than go into combat themselves," Leavitt explained.

However, this defense has not mitigated the backlash, with many, including Cheney herself, responding strongly. Cheney took to social media to liken Trump's actions to those of a dictator, saying, "They threaten those who speak against them with death. We cannot entrust our country and our freedom to a petty, vindictive, cruel, unstable man who wants to be a tyrant."

Despite the criticism, Trump reiterated his views the following Friday, emphasizing his belief that Cheney's aggressive push for military action during his administration was misguided and dangerous.

Endorsements and Ongoing Political Battles

In an interesting turn of events, both Liz Cheney and her father, former Vice President Dick Cheney, have endorsed Harris. This political alliance comes at a time when Harris's stance against Trump's rhetoric is gaining significant attention.

Trump's disdain for the Cheney family was further highlighted when he disparaged both Liz and her father. Referring to Liz Cheney, Trump said, "I don't blame him for sticking with his daughter. But his daughter's a very dumb individual, very dumb."

This ongoing feud underscores a deep divide within American politics, particularly regarding views on foreign policy and political retribution.

Liz Cheney's Stand Against Trump's Rhetoric

Liz Cheney's outspoken criticism of Trump has made her a central figure in the political discourse surrounding the Jan. 6, 2021, unrest.

Her firm stance against Trump has not only resulted in political backlash but also brought her personal threats, highlighting the volatile nature of current political debates.

As the presidential race heats up, the implications of Trump's comments and Harris's forceful response could play a significant role in shaping voter perceptions and the broader political landscape.