Kamala Harris Rattles Donald Trump in First 2024

Presidential Debate

The first debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race saw a forceful performance by Harris, who successfully rattled Trump throughout the night. Trump, who had previously knocked Joe Biden out of the race, found himself on the defensive as Harris tackled him on issues like his legal challenges, election denial, and the Capitol riot.

Harris' strategy of goading Trump paid off, leading to moments of frustration and rambling from the former president. On multiple occasions, Trump attempted to steer the conversation toward immigration but was fact-checked by the moderators on his false claims. On the other hand, Harris maintained a calm, prosecutorial tone, emphasizing a forward-looking vision for America and criticizing Trump's policies and behavior as outdated and divisive.

A notable moment he occurred when pop star Taylor Swift endorsed Harris following the debate, boosting the Democratic campaign's efforts to energize younger voters. Despite Trump's attempts to portray his rallies as evidence of his popularity, Harris gained the upper hand with sharp commentary, particularly on economic issues, abortion rights, and democracy.