Kamala Says Her ‘Values Have Not Changed’ Despite Flip Flops In CNN Interview [VIDEOS]

Kamala Harris, in her first television interview since becoming the Democratic nominee, has sparked controversy with her candid admission that while her “values have not changed,” her policy stances certainly have.

The interview, conducted by CNN’s Dana Bash, comes amid growing scrutiny over Harris’s recent pivot towards more central policy positions on key issues such as immigration, healthcare, and energy, particularly as the November 5 election approaches.

During the discussion, Harris was questioned about her consistency and the sincerity of her recent shifts to align more with moderate political views.

BREAKING: KAMALA HARRIS DEFENDS CONSISTENCY AMID POLICY SHIFTS

Kamala Harris asserted her values “haven’t changed” in her first interview as a presidential candidate, despite evolving stances on key issues like fracking and law enforcement funding. pic.twitter.com/D6oD1gzVpJ

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This strategic repositioning includes retracting her earlier promises to eliminate private health insurance, decriminalize illegal border crossings, ban fracking, and stop the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035—all stances she advocated for during her 2019 campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination.

“I think the most important and most significant aspect of my policy perspective and decisions is my values have not changed,” Harris asserted, using this phrase multiple times throughout the interview to counter allegations of political opportunism.

Kamala said something in her CNN interview that reveals EVERYTHING about who she really is. And a lot of people missed it pic.twitter.com/y4DxyR4OXG

— Damani Felder (@TheDamaniFelder) August 30, 2024

Her defense comes in the backdrop of notable criticism, including from former President Donald Trump, who took to social media to label her “Comrade Kamala,” a moniker reflecting her previously more progressive policies.

Amid the policy reversals, Harris particularly emphasized her continued commitment to environmental issues, albeit with a moderated approach. She cited the Inflation Reduction Act’s $369 million environmental spending as evidence of progress that aligns with her environmental goals without fully banning fracking. “You mentioned the Green New Deal. I have always believed and—I’ve worked on it—that the climate crisis is real,” Harris explained. She clarified her current stance on fracking: “As vice president, I did not ban fracking. As president, I will not ban fracking.”

Holy Shlit this is so bad

In the first clip, Kamala just admitted that the Inflation Reduction Act was a backdoor way to get the Green New Deal passed

She totally forgot the cover story they’ve been saying all alongpic.twitter.com/MeijpHA5lX

— Jack Poso (@JackPosobiec) August 29, 2024

Kamala said she’s “proud” of bringing inflation “down” to a HIGHER level than it was when she took office.

Inflation was 1.4% when President Trump left office — and it hasn’t been back to the Fed’s target rate since.pic.twitter.com/qp9f3k7GKN

— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) August 30, 2024

Kamala also tackled her role as Biden’s point person on border control amidst unprecedented levels of illegal border crossings. While she has been criticized for her handling of the border crisis, Harris pointed to “historic investments by American businesses in that region” as a success of her efforts to address the root causes of migration from Central America. Despite slight decreases in illegal crossings from Mexico and Central America, overall numbers have surged, drawing sharp criticism from Republican circles.

JUST IN: Kamala Harris blames Donald Trump for why she didn’t take action on the southern border for over three years.

Lmao.

Question: Why did you wait three years to take any action on the border?

Answer: “A bill was crafted [three years after Kamala got into office] which we… pic.twitter.com/VBgGIcHgy4

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) August 30, 2024

Harris’s interview also delved into her broader 2025 agenda and responses to past controversies, including accusations by Trump regarding her racial identity and her role in the ongoing border crisis.

Trump has vociferously blamed the Biden-Harris administration for what he describes as a destruction of the U.S. border, arguing that their policies have led to a significant increase in illegal crossings.

As Harris defends her revised policy positions and outlines her future presidential agenda, the political landscape remains fraught with challenges.

Her reframing of earlier progressive stances, especially on environmental and immigration issues, underscores a strategic shift designed to broaden her appeal among more moderate and swing voters as the election nears.

This strategic pivot, while maintaining that her core values remain intact, continues to stir debate among supporters and critics alike.

Collin Rugg, Co-Owner of Trending Politics, gave a recap of the interview:

Recap of Kamala Harris’ interview with CNN’s Dana Bash:

1. Kamala said Trump is to blame for why she didn’t take action on the southern border for three years.

2. Kamala says she wants to Drill Baby Drill.

3. Tim Walz says he is proud of his service after getting called out… pic.twitter.com/qeD477T5DY

— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) August 30, 2024

“Recap of Kamala Harris’ interview with CNN’s Dana Bash:

1. Kamala said Trump is to blame for why she didn’t take action on the southern border for three years.

2. Kamala says she wants to Drill Baby Drill.

3. Tim Walz says he is proud of his service after getting called out for lying about it.

4. Kamala says the US needs to “close the page” on the last 10 years. (She was VP for 3.5 of those years)

5. Kamala says she is proud that she and Biden “lowered” inflation to a level that is still way higher than before they took office.

6. Kamala says she has no regrets about covering up Biden’s mental decline.

What a train wreck.” – Collin Rugg

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