Did Kamala Harris fake a ‘Thank You’ call to supporter using her camera app? Here's the truth

Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for the 2024 US Election, found herself embroiled in controversy following the release of a video posted by MSNBC on Tuesday.

The footage, filmed during her visit to a phone bank in Washington, D.C., showed the Vice President apparently making a phone call to a supporter.

However, the video sparked criticism across social media platforms, particularly X (formerly known as Twitter), where critics accused Harris of faking the call. The situation quickly became a focal point for those opposed to Harris, with many claiming that the phone call was staged or insincere.

The Moment That Raised Eyebrows

In the video, Harris can be seen holding her phone and engaging in what appeared to be a conversation with a voter. At one point, she waved the phone in front of the cheering crowd, displaying the device’s screen, which was set to selfie mode. This raised suspicions, as it was unclear whether Harris was speaking to an actual voter or simply pretending.

Critics quickly jumped on the apparent discrepancy, with many pointing out that it was unusual for a phone call to be filmed in selfie mode.

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In the video, Harris is heard thanking the voter: “How you doin’? Have you voted already? You did? Thank you!”

The crowd responds with applause, and Harris continues to speak, saying, “Thank you so very much. No, it’s so important that everybody participate.”

She then holds the phone out again, continuing the conversation in front of the crowd, further fueling suspicions that the call was not genuine.

Social Media Reaction: Was It Staged?

The video quickly spread on social media, with many users questioning the authenticity of the phone call. Conservative accounts, including those of podcaster Tim Pool and the popular accounts Libs of TikTok and @EndWokeness, shared the footage, alleging that Harris had staged or faked the call.

Media outlets like The New York Post also echoed these concerns, with some claiming that Harris was using her phone’s camera app rather than making an actual phone call.


The idea that Harris was merely pretending to speak with a supporter gained traction, with many arguing that the phone’s camera being visible was an obvious indication of a staged interaction. Critics also noted that Harris’s actions appeared rehearsed, with her thanking the voter in a way that seemed to play to the crowd’s expectations.

The Truth Behind the Allegations

Despite the viral criticism, there is no substantial evidence to support the claim that Harris was faking the phone call. Investigations into the situation revealed that neither Apple iPhones nor Samsung Galaxy phones display a clear indication of an active phone call when the camera app is open. Furthermore, both devices allow microphones and speakers to function during a phone call while the camera app is in use, making it possible for Harris to have been on a call while simultaneously showing the crowd.

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In fact, moments after the video ended, CNN’s live broadcast showed Harris speaking to another voter, with the phone app clearly visible on screen. This suggests that Harris was indeed engaged in real conversations with supporters, and the video in question may have been a misunderstanding of the phone’s functionality.

FAQs

Has Donald Trump won the US Elections 2024?
Republican candidate Donald Trump secured the electoral college after winning Wisconsin state over Kamala Harris to become the 47th President of the United States.

When will Donald Trump be sworn in as US President?
President-elect Trump is set to be sworn in during his inauguration, which will take place on January 20, as mandated by the 20th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.