Stephanopoulos Clashes with Rep. Donalds Over Kamala Harris’ Racial Identity
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) and ABC News host George Stephanopoulos engaged in a heated exchange over Vice President Kamala Harris' racial identity during an interview on "This Week." The discussion followed Donald Trump's remarks at the National Association of Black Journalists Conference, where he questioned Harris' racial identity. Donalds echoed these sentiments, claiming Harris has shifted her identity for political advantage, describing the controversy as "phony."
Stephanopoulos challenged Donalds' assertions, emphasizing that Harris has consistently identified as Black and has a Jamaican father and Indian mother. Harris, who attended Howard University and is a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, has been open about her mixed heritage. Donalds maintained that the focus on Harris' identity was politically motivated, while Stephanopoulos continued to press him on the accuracy and implications of his statements. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie commented that such attacks indicate a changing dynamic in the race.
