Following the recent debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, several House Republicans have come forward to defend Trump's performance, emphasizing his ability to communicate his views on the economy.
Conservative Rep. Ralph Norman criticized the debate as biased and suggested that Harris had a low bar to meet, claiming that she only needed to avoid appearing incompetent. Norman also insinuated that Harris may have had prior knowledge of the debate questions, although he provided no evidence to support this claim.
Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, a vulnerable New York Republican, praised Trump for addressing key issues important to the American people, contrasting Harris's alleged lack of clarity and consistency.
On the topic of abortion, Rep. John Duarte of California asserted that Trump's stance on leaving abortion regulations to the states was clear, even without explicitly stating opposition to a national ban. Duarte commended Trump for his communication on the economy and dismissed concerns about Trump's focus on election fraud claims, arguing that voters are primarily concerned with inflation and job opportunities.
Overall, these House Republicans stand by Trump's debate performance, highlighting his messaging on economic issues and downplaying criticisms of his election-related rhetoric.
