Kamala Harris on Arab outreach

In her first major interview as the Democratic presidential nominee, Kamala Harris committed to stricter migration policies and unwavering support for Israel, including arms sales. She emphasized the need for comprehensive border legislation and highlighted her political strategy of including diverse viewpoints in her cabinet. Meanwhile, the appointment of Brenda Abdelall as head of Arab-American outreach has sparked controversy due to her past comments suggesting that 'Zionists' control U.S. politics, which the Harris campaign disavowed as outdated. Abdelall's remarks, made in 2002, align with long-standing anti-Semitic tropes and have drawn scrutiny as tensions rise within the Democratic Party over the Israel-Hamas conflict. The campaign aims to mobilize Arab-American voters ahead of the November election, amidst a backdrop of increasing criticism over its approach to Israel. Harris's candidacy shows a focus on uniting voters while maintaining her stance on key issues, despite facing backlash regarding her team’s affiliations.