CNN reporter Sara Sidner suggests that Vice President Kamala Harris' lack of press conferences and interviews may be a "big mistake," as she will eventually have to answer tough questions about her policies and her work on the border.
CNN reporter Sara Sidner has raised concerns about Vice President Kamala Harris' lack of media engagements since becoming the Democratic Party's de facto nominee. During Tuesday's "CNN News Central," Sidner questioned former Hillary Clinton campaign manager Robby Mook about Harris' absence from press conferences and interviews.
"She has not done a press conference for a couple of weeks here now. Is that a big mistake on her part because she is going to have to answer tough questions about some of the policies, including, of course, the border?" Sidner asked.
Kamala Harris' Media Silence Raises Questions
Mook acknowledged that Harris has been preoccupied with selecting her vice president and preparing for the Democratic National Convention (DNC), where she will have the opportunity to outline her vision for the future of America. He suggested that after these significant events, Harris will have ample time to respond to questions and unveil her policies during media appearances.
On Tuesday, Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Walz's unexpected rise to the top of the VP list has been the subject of much speculation in recent weeks.
Kamala Harris' Media Silence Raises Questions
The DNC announced on Friday that Harris had officially secured the 2024 presidential nomination after garnering the support of a majority of pledged delegates to the Democrats' upcoming national convention.
Harris has maintained an active campaign schedule, delivering speeches at various events and offering informal remarks to reporters on occasion. However, she has not held a formal press conference or participated in a wide-ranging interview in the 16 days since securing the nomination.
Kamala Harris' Media Silence Raises Questions
Harris' absence from the National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago, where former President Trump captivated the audience with a contentious question-and-answer session, has also raised eyebrows. Though she could potentially attend a future event with the group, her absence has been noted.
On Thursday, Harris briefly addressed reporters at Joint Base Andrews as she and Biden welcomed Americans who had been freed from Russia in a large-scale prisoner exchange that included Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.
With 100 days remaining until the November election, Harris faces mounting pressure to engage with the media and answer questions about her policies and vision for the country. Her reluctance to hold press conferences or participate in interviews could potentially damage her campaign if she is perceived as evading scrutiny.
