Former President Donald Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris at the Turning Point USA Believers Summit in West Palm Beach, Florida. Trump referred to Harris as a 'bum' responsible for the influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border during her tenure in the Biden administration.
Trump's comments come after Harris secured enough delegates for the Democratic Party's top nomination following President Joe Biden's decision not to seek re-election. Despite recent claims that Harris was never the border czar, Trump reiterated his stance on her role in handling the border crisis.
President Biden appointed Harris in 2021 to address the root causes of mass migration from Central and South America. Harris was tasked with coordinating efforts with Mexico and Northern Triangle nations to tackle issues contributing to the surge of migrants at the southern border.
The House recently passed a resolution condemning Harris for her handling of the mass migration crisis, with some Democrats joining Republicans in the vote. Trump also mispronounced Harris' name during his speech and made remarks about the upcoming elections.
Trump emphasized the importance of voting and highlighted his previous appointments of conservative Supreme Court justices. He criticized Democrats for alleged election interference and expressed his commitment to protecting religious liberty through judicial appointments.
In response to Trump's speech, the Harris campaign described it as 'bitter' and 'bizarre,' criticizing his statements on various issues. The campaign spokesperson emphasized Harris's vision for America's future centered on freedom, opportunity, and security.
