Vice President Kamala Harris uses profanity, apologizes. Know in detail what happened

At a time when President Joe Biden is gearing up for the 2024 US Presidential Election, Vice President Kamala Harris has hit the headlines for the wrong reason. Participating in a conversation at the annual Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies Legislative Leadership Summit on Monday, she used profanity while offering suggestions to young Asian Americans. According to 'Fox News', she said, "We have to know that sometimes people will open the door for you and leave it open. Sometimes they won’t, and then you need to kick that f‑‑‑ing door down."

Kamala Harris: Excuse my language

Her comment came when actor and comedian Jimmy O. Yang, who was moderating the program, asked her what it means to be the first vice president of Asian descent and how that heritage has informed her views and roles as a leader. Kamala Harris was the first woman elected vice president. Her mother was from India and her father was from Jamaica.

Immediately after her comment, the vice president said, "Excuse my language." But the audience clapped and hollered.

White House reception

A reception for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month was held at the White House Rose Garden on Monday. Harris also participated in this program, attended by President Biden and actor Lucy Liu.

Joe Biden praises Asian Americans

Praising Kamala Harris, Liu said Harris' election as the first female Black and Asian vice president was a "testament to the limitless possibilities of the American dream.” Addressing the people present there,
Biden said Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders make up the fastest-growing demographic in the U.S. He also said people of these groups represent immigrants, dreamers and a nation of freedom.

Kamala Harris quotes her mother

Kamala Harris also quoted her mother while speaking at the program. Recalling her mother, she quoted her mother’s advice about proving oneself rather than being limited by others’ expectations.

FAQs:

Where and how did Kamala Harris use profanity?
Kamala Harris used profanity while suggesting people at the annual Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies Legislative Leadership summit on Monday. She used profanity while asking the people to work hard and open opportunities for themselves.

Who are the parents of Kamala Harris?
Kamala Harris' mother is from India and her father is from Jamaica. They got separated when Kamala was still a child. She is the first woman and the first black to be elected US vice president.