Harris is trying to win a presidential election. She’ll do anything to win even if it means throwing her allies under the bus.
And Kamala Harris has shocked the nation by admitting this one disturbing thing about Joe Biden.
With less than a month to go until the pivotal November 5 election, Vice President Kamala Harris’ staff is reportedly growing frustrated with the Biden administration, accusing it of not doing enough to support her presidential campaign, according to a recent report. As Harris faces an increasingly competitive race, tensions are mounting behind the scenes, and sources suggest that the unity portrayed between her and President Biden may not be as seamless as it seems.
Though Harris and Biden have maintained a public front of solidarity since the president bowed out of the race, insiders say their teams have been clashing. According to reports, several members of Harris’ staff are at odds with Biden’s White House team, feeling that her campaign isn’t receiving the focus it deserves. Meanwhile, some in Biden’s circle are reportedly still reeling from his abrupt exit from the race.
One source involved with the Harris-Walz campaign told Axios, “The White House is lacking someone in the room thinking first and foremost about how things would affect the campaign.” This sentiment reflects a broader frustration that, while Biden’s departure was expected to unify Democratic efforts, it has instead highlighted the lingering divides between their respective teams.
Tensions are particularly high as Harris battles in a close race, and her allies have expressed concerns that the White House hasn’t fully aligned its messaging and strategy to support her candidacy. According to Axios, 10 sources familiar with the situation indicated that Harris’ team feels the president’s office isn’t adequately adjusting Biden’s public schedule in ways that would benefit her.
“They’re too much in their feelings,” a Harris ally said, critiquing the Biden team’s handling of the situation.
A recent example of this frustration came when Biden, 81, surprised reporters by holding his first press conference in the White House briefing room as president. This move reportedly irked members of Harris’ camp, who felt it drew attention away from her rally in Flint, Michigan. They viewed it as a missed opportunity for Harris to dominate the media cycle during a crucial point in her campaign.
Last week, Harris also found herself at odds with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis after reports came out that his team declined an offer to speak with her following Hurricane Helene. The situation escalated when Biden praised DeSantis for his handling of the state’s preparedness for Hurricane Milton, further fueling conservative criticism that Harris was being sidelined.
Kamala yesterday accused Gov. DeSantis of "playing political games" with the incoming hurricane in Florida.
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) October 8, 2024
Today, Biden said that DeSantis "has been cooperative" and is "doing a great job."
The West Wing appears to be on two completely different wave lengths. pic.twitter.com/Ik5EsgBFJ2
In response to the growing discontent, White House senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates emphasized to the New York Post that President Biden endorsed Harris “immediately after leaving the race,” suggesting that the administration has been actively supporting her. Bates pointed to “significant changes” made to ensure Harris’ campaign has the resources it needs, citing a “successful transition” as evidence of the administration’s commitment.
Still, despite these reassurances, some members of Biden’s team remain uneasy, particularly those who were loyal to the president during the party’s revolt earlier this year. Biden’s exit was accompanied by backlash, with some White House insiders resisting the notion of moving on from him. At the time, Biden’s deputy campaign manager, Rob Flaherty, underscored this resistance, warning that no other candidate would be as capable of defeating former President Donald Trump.
“At the end of the day, we’d switch to candidates who would, according to polls, be less likely to win than Joe Biden — the only person ever to defeat Donald Trump,” Flaherty wrote, capturing the reluctance of many Biden loyalists.
Even as the campaign grinds forward, Harris has resisted calls from top Democratic strategists to differentiate herself more from Biden’s policies. In a recent interview on ABC’s “The View,” she was asked whether she would have made different decisions during Biden’s presidency.
Her response, “There is not a thing that comes to mind,” raised eyebrows, particularly given Biden’s low approval ratings. However, she did hint at one future contrast—an intention to include a Republican in her Cabinet, should she win.
Harris’ comments provided fresh ammunition for the Trump-Vance campaign, as they seek to capitalize on Biden’s faltering popularity. Conversely, Biden has remained steadfast in his praise of Harris, stating during the Democratic National Convention in August that selecting her as his running mate was “the best decision I made my whole career.”
But even with Biden’s support, Harris’ campaign faces significant challenges.
Her polling numbers have taken a hit in recent weeks and the betting markets are predicting a Trump victory on election day.
Whether that happens remains to be seen, but it’s clear that the Harris campaign is starting to panic. That’s why they’re going after their own allies – like President Biden – because they’re desperate to try and regain momentum.
Stay tuned to The Federalist Wire.
