August 29 – Kamala Harris, the Democrat nominee for president, and her vice presidential choice, Tim Walz, will participate in their first campaign interview this evening with CNN’s Dana Bash.
This interview has been pre-recorded, leading to speculation about the delay and the participation of both Harris and Walz in the discussion. Pat Ryan from NewsTalk 103.7FM remarked on the situation, suggesting that the Democrats may use this interview to claim that Harris is engaging with the media, even if it is not live. He pointed out existing issues like rising inflation and border crises while highlighting the interview’s controlled nature.
Attorney Clint Barkdoll shared details about the interview, set for approximately 2 PM in Savannah, Georgia, during the candidates’ bus tour. Although the interview will air at 9 PM tonight, he noted the possibility that CNN might release an unedited version later. Barkdoll also mentioned the strategic choice of Dana Bash as the interviewer, given her previous positive reception from Trump during a previous debate. He speculated that Harris’s team may have hoped Bash’s selection would influence the incoming criticism.
Barkdoll expressed concerns about Harris’s ability to handle unexpected questions, referring to past commentary on her performance under pressure. While Walz will support her during the interview, it remains unclear how well he will do in this high-profile setting, given his limited experience with such interviews.
Michele Jansen from NewsTalk 103.7FM criticized the lack of direct engagement from Harris, pointing out the absence of primary competition and insufficient information available on her campaign website. She expressed disbelief and disappointment at the campaign’s low visibility and the perceived complacency surrounding it.
Barkdoll reiterated the importance of these interviews leading up to an upcoming debate. He noted that Harris needs to practice fielding difficult questions without relying on Walz, suggesting that the structure of a one-on-one interview would better prepare her for the challenges ahead. He anticipated that Bash would engage Harris on several controversial topics that have surfaced in recent weeks.