Vice President Kamala Harris made a campaign stop in Kalamazoo County while the Republican National Convention was in full swing across Lake Michigan. Air Force Two landed at the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, and Harris gave a speech at the Air Zoo before moderating a panel with a former Trump-Pence administration official and a former Republican voter with a reproductive health story.
During her visit, Harris addressed the recent attempted assassination of former President Trump, calling it a heinous act and emphasizing the importance of political discussions without resorting to violence. The event also focused on abortion access, with Senator Debbie Stabenow warning about the impact of a national abortion ban.
The panel included former Republicans who no longer recognize the party, emphasizing the importance of reproductive rights and individual autonomy. Harris highlighted the need for engagement between Americans and discussed the importance of control over one’s own body.
The event drew a crowd of over 400 people, including young women looking for role models. The visit has sparked speculation about Harris potentially taking over the Democratic ticket in the future.
In response, the Trump campaign in Michigan criticized Harris as out of touch and highlighted their own rally scheduled in Grand Rapids. The importance of West Michigan in the 2024 election was underscored by both campaign events. Followers of the latest election news can stay updated through FOX 17’s social media channels.
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