Former White House adviser Kellyanne Conway commended Vice President Kamala Harris as President Joe Biden’s “brilliant” choice during an appearance on Fox News’ Outnumbered. Conway’s remarks come amid discussions about Harris’s role as vice president and her potential to succeed Biden.
“I used to think that Kamala Harris was the most ridiculous personnel decision ever,” Conway stated during the segment. “Looking back, it was pretty brilliant of Joe Biden to choose Kamala Harris because he essentially chose one of three people in the entire country who cannot upstage him.”
Conway expressed apprehension about Harris assuming the presidency, describing her tenure as vice president as a “no-show job.” She emphasized concerns over Harris potentially overshadowing Biden, a sentiment shared by many political analysts.
The context for Conway’s comments includes recent statements made by Harris regarding voter concerns about Biden’s health, age, and memory. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Harris addressed these concerns by affirming her readiness to serve if necessary. She underscored her colleagues’ awareness of her capacity to lead, positioning herself as a capable successor to Biden if needed.
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The conversation surrounding Biden’s cognitive health was further fueled by a report from the Department of Justice’s special counsel, which raised questions about the president’s memory and mental abilities. The report referenced Biden’s handling of classified documents and suggested that he may present himself sympathetically due to memory lapses.
Despite these concerns, the White House dismissed calls for Biden to undergo a cognitive test during his upcoming physical. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre defended Biden’s mental abilities, citing his daily interactions with world leaders and decision-making on behalf of the American people.
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Harris also criticized the special counsel’s report, characterizing it as “gratuitous, inaccurate, and inappropriate.” She challenged the portrayal of Biden’s demeanor in the report, calling for integrity and accuracy in such assessments.
The discussion surrounding Biden’s cognitive health has attracted attention from political figures, including Nikki Haley, a Republican presidential candidate for 2024. Haley described the special counsel’s report as “unbelievably disturbing” during an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, echoing concerns about Biden’s fitness for office.
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As debates over Biden’s cognitive health continue to unfold, Harris’s role as vice president and her potential succession to the presidency remains subject to scrutiny and discussion among political commentators and the public.
Conway’s acknowledgment of Harris’s selection as vice president underscores the complex dynamics within the Biden administration and the broader political landscape. While Harris’s readiness to assume the presidency in the event of Biden’s incapacity is acknowledged, questions persist about the future of American leadership and the challenges facing the administration in navigating these issues.
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