Kamala Harris is facing significant criticism for her recent shift in stance on the border wall, a topic she once vehemently opposed during the Trump administration.
Reports indicate that Harris is now pledging to allocate hundreds of millions of dollars to continue construction of the wall along the southern border, a move that starkly contrasts with her previous position, where she labeled the wall as “un-American.”
This change in direction was highlighted by a recent Axios report, which revealed that Harris, during a speech at the Democratic National Convention, expressed support for the recent bipartisan border security bill.
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The bill, which was negotiated by senators including James Lankford (R-Okla.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), mandates that unspent funds be used to continue the construction of the border wall, adhering to the standards established during the Trump administration.
“It requires the Trump border wall,” Lankford explained to Axios. “It is in the bill itself that it sets the standards that were set during the Trump administration: Here’s where it will be built. Here’s how it has to be built, the height, the type, everything during the Trump construction.”
This apparent reversal has drawn widespread attention, particularly given Harris’s prior actions and statements.
Kamala Harris — who relentlessly trashed President Trump’s border wall — is now featuring it in her ads.
She’ll do anything to avoid being exposed as the Radical Left lunatic she is! pic.twitter.com/XokF5cq7yb
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) August 26, 2024
Upon taking office, the Biden-Harris administration swiftly halted the construction of the wall and reversed several other immigration policies implemented by the Trump administration.
The decision to stop construction contributed to a significant increase in border crossings, leading to what many describe as a crisis at the southern border.
Moreover, the Biden-Harris administration’s decision to stop building the wall led to millions of dollars being spent on unused construction materials, which were later sold off at a loss.
This series of events has fueled criticism that Harris’s current support for the wall is an attempt to shift the narrative ahead of the upcoming election.
One of Harris’s previous statements, made during a CNN Town Hall in January 2019, exemplifies her earlier stance: she criticized the wall and the policies surrounding it.
“I’m not gonna vote for a [border] wall under any circumstances.”
— Kamala Harris pic.twitter.com/1fMD8g1T3V
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 27, 2024
Now, with her apparent support for the bill that includes funding for the wall’s completion, questions are being raised about whether she has truly reconsidered her position or if this is merely a political maneuver.
Trump’s running mate, JD Vance, was quick to respond to Harris’s newfound support for the wall. Vance called Harris a “fake” and criticized her for the sudden shift in her stance. “If she wants to build the border wall, she could start right now,” Vance stated, highlighting the administration’s previous actions that halted construction.
Kamala Harris is a fake.
If she wants to build the border wall, she could start right now! https://t.co/EXyBzk1DpR
— JD Vance (@JDVance) August 27, 2024
The criticism doesn’t stop there. Many see Harris’s change in position as an election tactic, aimed at presenting herself as tougher on border security—a role that her critics argue she has failed at since taking office.
The administration’s handling of the border has been a point of contention, with many attributing the current situation to the reversal of Trump-era policies.
Public reaction on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) reflects a general skepticism towards Harris’s shift.
Many users have voiced their doubts about her sincerity, with some accusing her of attempting to appear more centrist as the election approaches.
Kamala Harris now says she wants a wall on our southern border if elected.
Unfortunately for her, we have receipts: pic.twitter.com/akBDYk7Qa7
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) August 27, 2024
Anyone who believes she’s really changed her position on the wall needs their head examined. pic.twitter.com/PgL4s8vx5x
— Spitfire (@DogRightGirl) August 27, 2024
“We don’t need to build a wall” – Kamala Harris pic.twitter.com/nadqeMS6q6
— Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) August 27, 2024
Hey @KamalaHarris
Is this you BASHlNG Trump’s Border Wall?
Friendly Reminder: The Internet is Forever. @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/z1kSHnFSKa
— TONY™ (@TONYxTWO) August 27, 2024
Kamala Harris is now featuring Trump’s border wall in her ads and is now promising to build more wall along the southern border if elected President. pic.twitter.com/6h8SCkh2DX
— MAZE (@mazemoore) August 27, 2024
As the controversy surrounding her position on the border wall continues to unfold, Harris may face increased scrutiny over her previous statements and actions related to immigration.
The ongoing debate will likely play a significant role in shaping public perception as the election draws nearer.
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