Ohio Democrat Responds to Trump’s Comments on Harris
In a recent development, Donald Trump’s attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris have drawn significant backlash, including a strong response from Ohio Democrat Chantel Brown. Trump’s vice-presidential nominee, JD Vance, made a visit to the border for a photo opportunity despite recently voting to block a bipartisan border security bill at Trump’s request.
During his visit, Vance falsely claimed that Harris had a role as America’s “borders czar,” a position
Vance’s Comments on Harris and Response
JD Vance, when questioned about his comments, responded by calling Harris a “chameleon” who presents differently depending on her audience. Vance, the father of three biracial children, seemed unaware of Harris’s racial identity until recent years, a point he highlighted in his remarks.
Trump’s Racist Comments and Conspiracy Theories
Trump doubled down on these comments, revisiting old conspiracy theories. He shared a post from a far-right activist displaying Harris’s birth certificate and reviving the false narrative that
Official Response from Harris’s Spokesperson
Chantel Brown’s Reaction
Republican Party’s Stance on Racism and Sexism
Brown also criticized the broader Republican Party for its stance on racism and sexism. She pointed out JD Vance’s refusal to disavow his derogatory comments about “childless cat ladies” and his obsession with women’s reproductive choices. Vance, who claims to be pro-family, supports policies that Brown argues are detrimental to families.
She highlighted Vance’s support for a national abortion ban and recounted incidents in Ohio, such as a 10-year-old rape victim having to leave the state for an abortion due to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and a young Black woman facing charges for a miscarriage.
Vance’s Political Ambitions and Allegiances
Brown described Vance as someone who has politically twisted himself to cater to Trump. She criticized Vance for pledging his allegiance to Trump rather than focusing on serving the public. According to Brown, the American people should be cautious of politicians like Vance, who