Kayleigh McEnany, co-host of "Outnumbered," discusses Vice President Kamala Harris' low poll numbers as she prepares for her first debate with former President Trump.
Kayleigh McEnany, a co-host of "Outnumbered," has highlighted the low poll numbers of Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of her first debate with former President Donald Trump.
McEnany noted that Harris' polling has consistently lagged behind her predecessor, Joe Biden, who has also seen a decline in support since announcing his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race.
Kamala Harris Trails Biden in Polling Ahead of Debate with Trump
Biden has signed only two executive orders since his decision, leaving him trailing far behind other presidents at this point in their election years.
During a recent visit to Michigan, Biden signed an executive order promoting "Good Jobs" in the construction industry. However, he had only signed one other executive order since his announcement in July.
Kamala Harris Trails Biden in Polling Ahead of Debate with Trump
In contrast, Trump signed seven executive orders in August 2020, while former President Barack Obama signed five executive orders in August 2016.
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire owner of X, has commented on Biden's perceived lack of governance, remarking that he often forgets that Biden is still in charge.
Kamala Harris Trails Biden in Polling Ahead of Debate with Trump
Trump has teased a new executive order of his own, pledging to ban federal employees from colluding to limit speech and fire bureaucrats involved in domestic censorship under the Harris administration.
The White House did not immediately respond to an inquiry about Biden's lag in executive order signings.
Kamala Harris Trails Biden in Polling Ahead of Debate with Trump
Trump's executive orders in August 2020 addressed issues such as opportunity zones, COVID-19 assistance, and national security. Obama's executive orders in August 2016 focused on environmental protection, veterans' affairs, and procurement.
As Harris prepares for her debate with Trump, she faces a significant challenge given her lower poll numbers and Biden's own declining popularity.
The upcoming debate is likely to be closely watched, as it will provide an early glimpse of Harris's ability to go head-to-head with one of the most formidable political figures in American history.
It remains to be seen what Biden's plan is to boost his popularity and support Harris in the run-up to the election.
