Hardest-Hitting Questions From Harris-Walz Interview, Ranked

Harris said she would appoint a Republican, though she had no specific person in mind. She wanted to avoid rushing things with nearly 70 days left until the election. She stated different opinions would be welcomed in her administration because "it would be to the benefit of the American public to have a member of my Cabinet who is a Republican."Description of 'Would You Appoint A Republican To Your Cabinet?' in the list 'Hardest-Hitting Questions From Harris-Walz Interview, Ranked'

Harris said yes. She has no one in mind. She did not want to rush with nearly 70 days left until the election. She made clear that different views would be welcome in her administration because "it would benefit the American public to have a Republican in my Cabinet".

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Harris did not discuss Trump’s comments about turning black as a political move deeply. Instead, Harris called it the "same old, tired playbook" and asked for the next question.

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Harris told Biden about their talk when he left the presidential race. She said the President made it clear at the start he would support her if she ran.

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Harris, who handles migration on the southern border for President Biden, told Bash that illegal crossings need consequences. She would enforce the country's laws if she wins the presidency.

This applies especially to crimes involving "traffic in guns, drugs, and human beings," which she also prosecutes.

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The war between Israel and Hamas came up in the interview. As the Biden administration ended, Bash asked if Harris would keep helping Israel in the conflict. Harris said,

I am clear and unwavering in my commitment to Israel’s defense and its ability to defend itself. That will not change.

She then said ending the conflict was the main thing she would work toward.

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Walz mentioned his and his wife's use of IVF to have children. The couple faced infertility and used IUI instead of IVF. Walz admitted using the wrong term but stressed that infertility and reproductive rights were the main points.

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Harris reminded Bash that economic recovery was the focus of the Biden presidency. With that plan's success—lower drug prices and falling inflation—Harris's presidency would continue building the economy by investing in manufacturing, families, and businesses.

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Harris stated that if she becomes President, she will focus on supporting and strengthening "the middle class" by "putting into action her plan for… an opportunity economy." This includes a child tax credit for the first year of a child's life, funding small businesses, and helping Americans find affordable housing. Walz shared his enthusiasm for the plan.

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Harris stated in 2019 she favored banning fracking, but in 2020 she said she would not ban the practice. In response to Bash, Harris clarified she would not ban fracking and repeated that her "values have not changed."

She stated, “we must act to guard against a clear climate crisis,” but she added a fracking ban is not the only way to achieve this.

This is the response to 'What Do You Say To Voters Who 'Want To Go Back'?' from the list 'Hardest-Hitting Questions From Harris-Walz Interview, Ranked'.:

The question used Harris's campaign theme, “We're not going back.” Grocery prices and other costs are much higher now than during Donald Trump's presidency. Harris said she understood the issue but focused on fixing Trump's “mismanagement” of the COVID pandemic and the later economic crash.

This is the response to 'Did You Really Think Biden Could Run Again?' from the list 'Hardest-Hitting Questions From Harris-Walz Interview, Ranked'.:

Harris faced a question about her claims that President Biden could run for a second term before he paused his campaign. Harris stated she believed this and admired his care for the American people, which helped explain his withdrawal.

This is the response to 'Did You Misspeak About Your Military Service?' from the list 'Hardest-Hitting Questions From Harris-Walz Interview, Ranked'.

This question targeted Walz because he faced criticism for confusing remarks about his National Guard service. Walz said his service speaks for itself but admitted he might have used poor grammar when discussing carrying weapons in war.

Walz clarified he spoke about the events after a school shooting and the concept of carrying those weapons of war.