Vice President Kamala Harris has been under scrutiny for not holding a formal press conference in the 13 days since she became the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. Despite announcing her nomination on July 22 and engaging in campaign activities, Harris has not conducted a wide-ranging interview or press conference.
Her absence was particularly notable at the National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago, where former President Trump participated in a lively question-and-answer session. Harris did briefly address reporters at Joint Base Andrews alongside President Biden, where they welcomed Americans freed from Russia in a prisoner swap.
The lack of a formal press conference has raised questions about Harris's accessibility and transparency as a public figure. While she has interacted with the media at various events, the absence of a structured press conference has drawn criticism from some quarters.
It remains to be seen when Vice President Harris will hold a formal press conference or engage in a comprehensive interview to address pressing issues and communicate her policy positions to the public.
