White House Denounces Increasing Sexist and Racist Attacks on VP Harris

The White House has condemned the rising sexist and racist attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris, which have intensified since she became the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. "I think it's desperate. I think it's disgusting and I think it's a dog whistle. We should not forget that she is the Vice President of the United States. She should get that respect. She's been doing this job with the president for almost four years," stated White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during her daily briefing.

Jean-Pierre highlighted Harris's significant contributions as a former Senator and a key partner in economic recovery and pandemic management. She expressed her disgust at the increasing attacks, noting Harris's Indian and African heritage. "And to hear that is, frankly, disgusting," Jean-Pierre remarked when asked about the surge in racist and sexist remarks against Harris.

Republican Leaders Urged to Avoid Identity-Based Criticism

The situation escalated to such an extent that House Speaker Mike Johnson had to instruct Republican lawmakers to refrain from such attacks. "When you have the speaker of the House, obviously he's a Republican, and this is something that you all have reported, set up a meeting to tell Republican leaders to stop being racist, to stop being misogynist, to stop being sexist, I think that says a lot that they have to be told to not do that," Jean-Pierre said.

According to Politico, "House Republican leaders told lawmakers to focus on criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris’ record without reference to her race and gender, following caustic remarks from some Republicans attacking her on the basis of identity."

Trump's Remarks at North Carolina Rally

At an election rally in North Carolina, former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump criticised Harris harshly. He labelled her "unfit to rule" and called her a radical left lunatic. "For three and a half years, Lyin' Kamala Harris has been the ultra-liberal driving force behind every single Biden catastrophe. She is a radical left lunatic who will destroy our country if she ever gets the chance to get into office. We're not going to let that happen," Trump declared on Wednesday.

The White House's strong response underscores the severity of the situation as attacks on Harris continue to rise. The administration insists on recognising her role and contributions while condemning any form of discrimination based on race or gender.