In a contentious interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier, Vice President Kamala Harris frequently shifted focus from her administration’s immigration policies to those of former President Donald Trump. The interview, conducted on Fox News Channel’s “Special Report,” saw Baier pressing Harris on several fronts, particularly the number of illegal immigrants released into the U.S. during the Biden administration and the policy decisions surrounding these actions.
Initial Exchange on Immigration Figures
The interview began with Baier questioning Harris about the exact numbers of illegal immigrants released. Harris sidestepped the direct query, emphasizing the broader discussion around immigration reform. “It is a topic of discussion that people want to rightly have,” Harris said, steering the conversation towards the systemic issues rather than specific data.
Policy Reversals and Their Impact
Baier continued to probe into the administration’s decision to end the Trump-era Remain in Mexico policy. He linked this decision to the release of violent criminals, a point that has been a significant criticism from conservative circles. Harris defended the move by pointing to the Biden administration’s early focus on immigration reform and accused Trump of obstructing a bipartisan immigration bill, which she suggested could have mitigated some current issues.
