Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has expressed her belief that former President Trump is deeply intimidated by Vice President Kamala Harris, particularly with speculation swirling around their potential debate. In an interview with MSNBC’s Jen Psaki, Warren likened the dynamic to that of a prosecutor confronting a defendant, asserting that Trump’s fear is well-founded.
Warren underscored a theme emphasized throughout last week’s Democratic National Convention, where Democrats portrayed Trump as a convicted felon following his hush money trial in New York, and Harris as a seasoned prosecutor. She described Harris as astute and resolute, implying that Trump’s anxiety about her stems from her readiness to confront and challenge him effectively.
Warren Suggests Trump’s Fear of Harris Mirrors a Prosecutor-Defendant Dynamic in Upcoming Debate
According to Warren, Trump’s apprehension is so important that it appears his team is actively seeking to avoid a debate. She asserted, “Trump’s fear is palpable, and his team seems determined to prevent the debate from happening because they know Harris will decisively outmatch him.”
In response, Trump used his Truth Social platform to disparage Warren and criticize Harris’s Senate record. He suggested that Warren, whom he refers to as “Pocahontas,” is considered more conservative compared to Harris, whom he labeled as excessively liberal. Trump characterized Harris as a candidate who would lead to economic and social turmoil.
The debate’s status remains uncertain. Trump initially agreed to two debates against Biden but withdrew after Biden suspended his campaign, and Harris became the Democratic nominee. Trump later consented to the September 10 debate but has been pushing for additional debates on other networks. Harris’s team has called for the microphones to remain unmuted, diverging from the previous debate format.
Some Republicans argue that Trump cannot afford to skip the debate, especially with Harris gaining traction in the polls. Many Democrats, including Warren, interpret Trump’s reluctance as a sign of his fear of facing Harris.
