Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi expressed her pride in Vice President Kamala Harris' debate performance and criticized former President Donald Trump for his remarks during the recent debate. Pelosi commended Harris for her presidential demeanor and strategic thinking, describing her as spectacular and eloquent in addressing key issues.
During the debate, Trump falsely claimed that Pelosi was responsible for the lack of security at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, and alleged that she rejected his request to deploy the National Guard. Pelosi clarified that as Speaker of the House, she does not have the authority to deploy the National Guard, which falls under the president's jurisdiction. She emphasized that she had urged Trump to send in the National Guard to quell the insurrection, which he eventually did after a delay.
Pelosi highlighted the importance of winning the upcoming elections and emphasized the need to remain organized and focused on achieving victory. She criticized Trump for inciting the insurrection and failing to act promptly to address the security breach at the Capitol.
Overall, Pelosi's remarks underscored her support for Harris and her commitment to holding accountable those responsible for the events of January 6, 2021. The exchange between Pelosi and Trump during the debate reflects the ongoing political tensions and differing perspectives on the handling of the Capitol insurrection.
