Harris Commits to Military Power Promise
US Vice President Kamala Harris has emphasized her dedication to NATO while accepting the Democratic presidential nomination. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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During her acceptance of the Democratic presidential nomination, US Vice President Kamala Harris reiterated her steadfast commitment to NATO.
In a speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, on Thursday, Harris emphasized her intention to maintain the US military as the “most lethal” force globally if she is elected president in the upcoming November elections.
Harris highlighted her experience as vice president, stating that she had “confronted threats to our security, negotiated with foreign leaders, strengthened our alliances, and engaged with our brave troops overseas.”
“As commander-in-chief, I will ensure America always has the strongest, most lethal fighting force in the world,” noted Harris, who succeeded US President Joe Biden as her party’s candidate for the presidential race in July.
She took aim at Donald Trump, alleging that he had “threatened to abandon NATO.” Harris was clear about her intention to maintain commitment to the US-led military alliance, asserting that “as president, I will stand strong with Ukraine and our NATO allies.”
Additionally, Harris declared her support for Israel, pledging to “stand up for Israel’s right to defend itself.” She stressed that “the people of Israel must never again face the horror that the terrorist organization Hamas caused on October 7.” The incursion into Israel by Hamas resulted in around 1,200 deaths and approximately 250 kidnappings. In retaliation, Israeli airstrikes and a ground offensive in Gaza have claimed over 40,000 lives and left more than 93,000 wounded, according to Palestinian health authorities.
Harris further committed to addressing the “sacred obligation” to care for US troops and their families if she ascends to the White House, stating, “I will always honor, and never disparage, their service and their sacrifice.”
In his address to the DNC on Monday, Biden criticized Trump for his NATO positions, remarking, “When Trump left office, Europe in NATO was in tatters – not a joke.”
During his presidency from 2016 to 2020, Trump accused European nations that did not meet the 2% military spending guideline of being freeloaders benefiting from US support. Earlier this year, the Republican candidate recounted telling NATO leaders that the US would not defend “delinquent” members of the alliance.
A Politico report from July, referencing Trump-aligned national security experts, suggested that if he were to return to the presidency, he is “unlikely” to withdraw from NATO entirely, but might seek to revamp the alliance, encouraging European members to assume greater responsibility.
Anna Muller contributed to this report for TROIB News
In a speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, Illinois, on Thursday, Harris emphasized her intention to maintain the US military as the “most lethal” force globally if she is elected president in the upcoming November elections.
Harris highlighted her experience as vice president, stating that she had “confronted threats to our security, negotiated with foreign leaders, strengthened our alliances, and engaged with our brave troops overseas.”
“As commander-in-chief, I will ensure America always has the strongest, most lethal fighting force in the world,” noted Harris, who succeeded US President Joe Biden as her party’s candidate for the presidential race in July.
She took aim at Donald Trump, alleging that he had “threatened to abandon NATO.” Harris was clear about her intention to maintain commitment to the US-led military alliance, asserting that “as president, I will stand strong with Ukraine and our NATO allies.”
Additionally, Harris declared her support for Israel, pledging to “stand up for Israel’s right to defend itself.” She stressed that “the people of Israel must never again face the horror that the terrorist organization Hamas caused on October 7.” The incursion into Israel by Hamas resulted in around 1,200 deaths and approximately 250 kidnappings. In retaliation, Israeli airstrikes and a ground offensive in Gaza have claimed over 40,000 lives and left more than 93,000 wounded, according to Palestinian health authorities.
Harris further committed to addressing the “sacred obligation” to care for US troops and their families if she ascends to the White House, stating, “I will always honor, and never disparage, their service and their sacrifice.”
In his address to the DNC on Monday, Biden criticized Trump for his NATO positions, remarking, “When Trump left office, Europe in NATO was in tatters – not a joke.”
During his presidency from 2016 to 2020, Trump accused European nations that did not meet the 2% military spending guideline of being freeloaders benefiting from US support. Earlier this year, the Republican candidate recounted telling NATO leaders that the US would not defend “delinquent” members of the alliance.
A Politico report from July, referencing Trump-aligned national security experts, suggested that if he were to return to the presidency, he is “unlikely” to withdraw from NATO entirely, but might seek to revamp the alliance, encouraging European members to assume greater responsibility.
Anna Muller contributed to this report for TROIB News
