Tulsi Gabbard criticizes Kamala Harris's border visit as a photo op

Former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her recent visit to the southern border, labeling it as a mere publicity stunt. Gabbard's comments came after Harris's trip to Douglas, Arizona, which marked her first visit to the U.S.-Mexico border in over three years. During her speech, Harris condemned former President Donald Trump for obstructing a bipartisan border security bill, which she claimed was the strongest in decades and endorsed by the Border Patrol union. Harris argued that Trump’s actions prevented the bill from being enacted, which would have enhanced border security and addressed immigration issues. However, critics pointed out that the proposed bill would have increased legal immigration and expedited work permits for migrants, raising concerns about its effectiveness in securing the border. Gabbard, who has previously endorsed Trump, expressed her discontent with Harris's handling of border security, emphasizing the significant number of illegal crossings that have occurred during her tenure as border czar. In her social media post, Gabbard described Harris as 'shameless' and accused her of lacking a conscience. This criticism reflects a broader frustration among some politicians regarding the current administration's immigration policies. Gabbard's remarks highlight the ongoing political tensions surrounding border security and immigration reform in the United States. The exchange between Gabbard and Harris underscores the contentious nature of immigration policy debates, particularly as they relate to the effectiveness of past and present administrations in addressing these complex issues.