Former Vice President Kamala Harris has dropped a bombshell accusation, pointing fingers at Biden’s inner circle for sabotaging her image while they shared the White House.
As reported by The Hill, Harris reveals in her upcoming memoir that some of Biden’s staff actively stoked negative stories about her. These tales, she argues, painted an unfair picture of her leadership.
Excerpts from her book, titled "107 Days" and published in The Atlantic, show Harris pulling no punches. She claims Biden’s team was content to let her reputation suffer, even when the criticism felt baseless or exaggerated.
Harris specifically calls out the narrative of a “chaotic” office and high staff turnover during her first year as vice president. She suggests this story gained traction with help from Biden’s own people, who saw her success as a threat to his spotlight.
Quoting her memoir, Harris wrote, “Their thinking was zero-sum: If she’s shining, he’s dimmed.” This mindset, she argues, missed the bigger picture that her achievements could bolster Biden’s legacy, especially amid concerns about his age.
She drives the point home by stating, “My success was important for him. His team didn’t get it.” It’s a sharp critique, implying a shortsightedness that could have hurt the administration as a whole.
Early in her tenure, Harris faced a barrage of unflattering reports, particularly about staff departures and her role in tackling migration causes at the southern border. These stories, she believes, were amplified by those within Biden’s circle who failed to defend her.
The former vice president’s frustration is palpable as she describes learning that Biden’s staff fueled these damaging narratives. It paints a picture of internal discord at a time when unity should have been paramount.
Her words cut deep when she notes how Biden’s team seemed “fine with it” when unfair stories surfaced. Such indifference, if true, raises questions about loyalty and teamwork at the highest levels of government.
In another excerpt, Harris doesn’t shy away from critiquing the decision-making process around Biden’s potential second term. She calls it “recklessness” to leave the choice entirely in his hands, hinting at broader concerns within the party.
This isn’t just a personal grievance; it’s a commentary on the risks of unchecked autonomy in critical political moments. Harris seems to suggest that more voices should have weighed in to protect the administration’s future.
Her memoir, which also chronicles her rapid 2024 presidential campaign after Biden stepped aside, offers a glimpse into these high-stakes dynamics. It’s a narrative of ambition, betrayal, and the messy reality of power.
Harris’s recent announcement that she won’t run for California governor next year adds another layer of intrigue to her story. It leaves open whether she’ll return to the political arena anytime soon.
Her accusations against Biden’s staff, coupled with her reflections on his reelection choice, signal a woman unafraid to speak hard truths. Yet, one wonders if this candor will heal old wounds or deepen divisions among Democrats.
For now, "107 Days" promises to be more than a campaign diary; it’s a window into the tensions that shaped an administration. Harris’s claims deserve scrutiny, but they also remind us that even in politics, personal slights can leave lasting marks.
