From Decriminalization to Border Crackdown, Harris Defends Shift in 1st Interview as Nominee

In her first major interview since ascending to the top of the Democratic ticket, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris was questioned by CNN's Dana Bash about her policy positions and campaign platform. We begin with a look at Harris's increasingly rightward stance on immigration and border policy with immigration activist Erika Andiola. As she touted her support for hard-line border security and asylum policies, Harris positioned herself as tougher on immigration than Trump. "Republican talking points … now truly have become Democrat talking points," says Andiola.

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