On Tuesday morning (August 13), the hosts of Fox & Friends found themselves in a heated exchange over Vice President Kamala Harris’ rising popularity as the 2024 presidential election campaign intensifies. As Harris continues to gain momentum following President Joe Biden’s official withdrawal from the race and endorsement of Harris as the Democratic nominee, the Fox & Friends hosts expressed disbelief over her surge in the polls.

Lawrence Jones’ Shock Over Harris’ Popularity

Co-host Lawrence Jones was particularly vocal in his surprise, commenting on how Harris’ campaign seems devoid of direction. He noted, “If you go on the website, there’s no issues, there’s no theme. At least [Barack] Obama had ‘Change you can believe in.’ You know, Bill Clinton had his thing. You had George W. Bush, ‘compassionate conservatism.’ They had something.” Jones continued, pointing out the lack of an overarching message in Harris’ campaign: “There’s not even a theme! There’s not even a video. Why am I running? You know, every candidate does it. Why am I running? I want to do this. I want to change this. There’s nothing, you know. There’s no movement!”

Jones’ comments highlighted his frustration over what he sees as a lack of substance in Harris’ campaign, which he feels does not offer a clear vision to voters.

Ainsley Earhardt’s Concern Over Harris’ Appeal

Fellow co-host Ainsley Earhardt echoed Jones’ concerns, lamenting that Harris seems to be relying solely on the goodwill of voters rather than a clear set of policies. “What she’s telling the voter is, ‘I don’t need to have a theme. I don’t need to have issues. I don’t need to tell you how I’m voting, people. I’m getting the crowds. People like me and I am. They’re just so grateful that Joe Biden’s not running. They’re going to vote for me no matter what,’” Earhardt said.

Earhardt’s criticism was fueled by the massive crowds Harris has been drawing at her rallies since Biden’s endorsement, which she believes reflects a lack of genuine voter engagement with her actual policies. She further argued, “The American voter needs to wake up and look at her voting record. You have to look at these issues. What is she going to do to our country? Is she going to make our country better? Has it been better over the last three years since she’s been vice president? No.”

Comparing Harris to Bernie Sanders and Trump

The conversation quickly shifted into a broader critique of Harris’ policies, with Earhardt drawing comparisons to Bernie Sanders, the Independent senator from Vermont, who ran on a self-described socialist platform in 2016. She expressed concern about the growing influence of left-wing ideologies in the country, saying, “In the beginning, when we started doing it, we were shocked. Like what? This is America. We’re a republic. We’re not a socialist, Marxist country.”

She continued, “Harris votes more progressive than he [Sanders] does. America needs to wake up to this woman who’s getting on stage that everyone is rallying around. Do you know what she stands for?”

Brian Kilmeade’s Contradictory Remarks

In a surprising twist, co-host Brian Kilmeade suggested that Harris’ policies are now more in line with former President Donald Trump’s positions rather than a traditional left-wing agenda. “She’s going to be strong on the border. It’s going to crack down on crime. She’s not going to tax on tips,” Kilmeade said, adding, “She’s trying to be more MAGA than Donald Trump. That’s what she’s doing because that’s more popular than what she stood for and who she worked for.”

Kilmeade’s remark raised eyebrows as it seemed to contradict his previous statements on Harris’ progressive stance. Despite her left-wing policies, he suggested that Harris was pivoting to more conservative stances in order to appeal to voters.

Steve Doocy’s Ironic Take

The debate reached a comedic peak when co-host Steve Doocy quipped, “Well, don’t be surprised if at the conclusion of the DNC next week, she says, ‘I’m Kamala Harris, and I want to make America great again.’” Earhardt added, “All of a sudden, more of a Republican,” despite just having compared Harris to Bernie Sanders. The contradiction was not lost on viewers, highlighting the disarray in the conversation and adding fuel to the ongoing drama surrounding Harris’ campaign.

Conclusion: The Showdown Continues

The Fox & Friends meltdown over Kamala Harris’ rising popularity sheds light on the deepening divisions within the American political landscape, especially as the 2024 election draws closer. The hosts’ critiques reflect broader concerns within conservative circles about Harris’ policy stances and the Democratic Party’s direction. While her popularity continues to surge, it is clear that Harris remains a deeply polarizing figure in the political arena.

As her campaign progresses, the media spotlight will undoubtedly continue to shine on her, and viewers are left wondering whether she can overcome the criticisms and deliver a compelling vision for her presidency—or if the backlash will continue to grow.

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