Kamala "Chickening Out" Seeks to Modify Rules for ABC Debate: Requests Notes and Seated Format

 

Kamala Harris is reportedly attempting to change the agreed-upon rules for the upcoming ABC debate scheduled for September 10. The request, which includes being seated and having access to notes during the live debate, has sparked criticism from political opponents and commentators alike.

According to Jason Miller, a senior advisor for the Trump campaign, the Harris campaign initially agreed to the same set of rules that governed the recent CNN debate. However, Harris’s team is now allegedly asking for alterations to these rules, raising eyebrows across the political spectrum.

“Enough with the games. We accepted the ABC debate under the exact same terms as the CNN debate. The Harris camp, after having already agreed to the CNN rules, asked for a seated debate, with notes, and opening statements. We said no changes to the agreed upon rules,” Miller stated.

Miller didn’t hold back in his criticism, suggesting that the Vice President’s campaign is attempting to shield her from challenging situations. “If Kamala Harris isn’t smart enough to repeat the messaging points her handlers want her to memorize, that’s their problem,” Miller added. “This seems to be a pattern for the Harris campaign. They won’t allow Harris to do interviews, they won’t allow her to do press conferences, and now they want to give her a cheat-sheet for the debate.”

The move is already fueling speculation about the Harris campaign’s confidence heading into the debate. Miller hinted at the possibility that the Harris team might be looking for a way to avoid facing former President Donald Trump in any future debate altogether.

The Harris campaign has yet to officially respond to these claims. However, the debate over the debate rules is likely to continue as the September 10 event approaches.

Harris’s Previous Debate Performance
This development follows Harris’s previous debate, where she faced intense scrutiny over her performance. Critics noted that she often appeared hesitant and struggled to deliver clear, concise answers to some of the most pressing questions. The debate was a significant moment for the Vice President, and her handling of the issues on stage drew mixed reviews from both her supporters and detractors.