Republicans for Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris has launched the 'Republicans for Harris' initiative to engage GOP voters dissatisfied with Donald Trump, focusing on primary voters who previously supported Nikki Haley. The campaign will host events across key battleground states including Arizona, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, featuring endorsements from notable Republicans like former Governors Bill Weld and Christine Todd Whitman. Bob Orr, a former North Carolina Supreme Court Justice, will lead the effort in his state, emphasizing the urgency for Republicans and independents to unite against Trump. Harris' team aims to counter Trump's perceived extremism by showcasing her commitment to democracy and bipartisan cooperation. This outreach effort, described as a 'campaign within a campaign,' is designed to create a 'permission structure' for GOP voters to support Harris. The campaign's strategy is built on the belief that direct communication from Republicans can persuade their peers to cross party lines and support Harris in the upcoming election.