At a campaign stop in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) took the opportunity to challenge Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent avoidance of media interactions. As reporters gathered near Air Force Two, where Harris was expected to arrive, Vance approached them and commented on her limited engagement with the press.
“I wanted to take a look at the plane—might be mine in a few months,” Vance joked before adding, “But I also figured you all might be lonely since the Vice President hasn’t answered questions from reporters in 17 days.” His remarks highlighted growing concerns among conservatives about Harris’s media strategy as she continues her presidential campaign.
Harris, who has selected Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) as her running mate, has faced criticism for what some perceive as a cautious approach to campaigning, with few direct interactions with the press. Vance’s comments suggested that Harris is running a campaign that keeps her away from challenging questions.
The interaction quickly gained traction on social media, with Vance sharing a video of the exchange and adding, “I thought the reporters traveling with Kamala might need some company since she never answers their questions.” This criticism is part of a broader Republican narrative questioning Harris’s transparency and readiness for office.
As the 2024 election nears, Harris is narrowly leading former President Donald Trump by 0.5%, according to Real Clear Politics. Vance’s remarks are part of a broader effort to draw attention to what some see as Harris’s reluctance to engage with the American public and the media during her campaign.
