Vice President Kamala Harris Debunks Misinformation in Radio Town Hall with Charlamagne Tha God
WASHINGTON D.C. — Vice President Kamala Harris participated in a radio town hall hosted by Charlamagne Tha God on The Breakfast Club yesterday, addressing issues surrounding her record as a prosecutor and her plans for Black Americans. During the conversation, Harris responded directly to allegations that she had targeted Black men for marijuana offenses during her tenure as District Attorney in San Francisco.
When asked about claims that she locked up thousands of Black men for weed to advance her career or out of malice, Harris firmly denied the accusations.
"It's simply not true," she stated, explaining that she was one of the most progressive prosecutors in California at the time. She emphasized that her office did not send people to jail for simple possession of marijuana. As vice president, Harris highlighted her ongoing efforts to lower marijuana's federal classification and her advocacy for decriminalization.
“I know exactly how those laws have disproportionately impacted Black men," she added. Harris pointed out her broader record of championing policies for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), addressing Black maternal mortality, and helping to lower Black unemployment rates to historic lows.
Harris also contrasted her vision with Donald Trump’s “Project 2025,” calling attention to his proposals that include reinstating stop-and-frisk policies and limiting overtime pay. She characterized the former president's agenda as harmful to Black communities and working Americans.
Harris stressed the importance of dispelling misinformation, which she believes is aimed at undermining the impact of her work. "One of the biggest challenges that I face is mis and disinformation,” she said, emphasizing her commitment to creating wealth and addressing systemic inequities in Black communities.
Throughout the conversation, Harris emphasized her deep connections to the Black church, her upbringing, and the role of faith in her life, all while pledging to continue her collaboration with faith-based leaders to uplift communities. "Our church is about kindness, justice, and mercy," she said, rejecting political tactics that promote division and harm.
The town hall allowed Harris to directly address some of the most persistent criticisms leveled against her while outlining her continued vision for the future, focused on economic justice and social equity for Black Americans.
