U.S Elections: Kamala Harris shut Trump down on everything, debate was devastating for the ex-President

CNN anchor Chris Wallace described the recent presidential debate as “devastating” for former President Donald Trump. Wallace compared it to a previous debate moderated by himself and Dana Bash, where Joe Biden’s performance was also seen as damaging to his reelection campaign. Wallace mentioned to Jake Tapper that this debate had a similar impact, as per the reports of MSN.

Wallace highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris's strong performance. He said Harris managed to dominate nearly every topic discussed. She addressed issues like abortion, January 6, and national security effectively, even criticizing Trump’s stance. Harris reportedly told Trump that military leaders who served with him viewed him as a disgrace.

Trump’s reactions

During the debate in Philadelphia, Trump appeared frustrated and often avoided eye contact with Harris. His visible irritation was evident, and he seemed agitated when responding to Harris. Trump himself claimed it was his “best debate ever,” despite the negative feedback.


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Public and media perception

The Wall Street Journal editorial board and various political commentators viewed Harris as the debate's winner. A CNN flash poll released shortly after the debate showed that approximately 63 percent of voters thought Harris outperformed Trump. Although Harris’s strong showing might have bolstered her support, it did not seem to significantly affect Trump’s standing, according to the same poll.

Wallace observed that Trump looked “angry” and “scowling” throughout the debate, while Harris appeared “happy” and confident. He noted that Harris was engaged with the audience, whereas Trump focused more on arguing with the moderators. Wallace also commented on Trump’s appearance, suggesting he looked older and less energetic compared to Harris.

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Harris’ strategic positioning

Throughout the debate, Harris tried to distinguish herself from both Joe Biden and Donald Trump. She emphasized that she was neither Biden nor Trump, aiming to present herself as a new and distinct leader in the political landscape.

FAQs

What was Kamala Harris’s performance like in the debate?
Kamala Harris performed strongly on various topics, including abortion and national security. She criticized Trump and was seen as dominant throughout the debate, according to Wallace and other observers.

What did public opinion say about the debate?
A CNN flash poll showed that about 63 percent of voters believed Harris outperformed Trump. Harris’s performance was seen as strong, though it did not significantly change Trump’s position.