McCarthy Claims Obama Runs Harris' Campaign

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claimed that Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign is being run behind the scenes by former President Barack Obama and his advisers. In an interview on 770 WABC’s 'The Cats Roundtable', McCarthy suggested that several key figures from Obama's past campaigns, including David Plouffe, Stephanie Cutter, and Eric Holder, are now involved in Harris’s campaign. This comes after President Joe Biden withdrew from the 2024 race, making Harris the de facto Democratic nominee. McCarthy argued that the involvement of these veteran strategists indicates a coordinated effort reminiscent of Obama's previous campaign strategies. However, a former adviser to Obama refuted McCarthy's claims, stating it is common for seasoned strategists to work with multiple Democratic candidates, and that Obama would only intervene if asked by Harris. The narrative paints a picture of a 'Team Obama' revival within Harris's campaign, raising questions about the extent of Obama's influence.