Kamala Harris seeks interviews with non-inquisitive hosts

Vice President Kamala Harris is seeking to limit her interviews to hosts who do not typically ask follow-up questions, as reported by the New York Times. This strategy comes after her two television interviews since entering the race, which were deemed unsuccessful. During a recent interview with Brian Taff, Harris made controversial statements about the Biden-Harris administration's policies, claiming they are not suitable for the current century, and failed to adequately address questions about affordability, reverting to a rehearsed response about her upbringing. The Harris campaign is reportedly looking to engage with smaller media outlets and hosts who are less likely to challenge her on her record. This approach aims to create a more favorable interview environment, especially with audiences in battleground states. The campaign has received numerous requests from major news networks for interviews, but aides indicate a preference for less confrontational settings. Harris's past claims about her middle-class upbringing have also come under scrutiny, as they are contradicted by her affluent background in Westmount, Canada. The campaign's strategy appears to be a response to the difficulties faced in previous interviews, where Harris struggled to provide satisfactory answers. On Tuesday, she is scheduled to participate in an event with the National Association of Black Journalists, where it is expected that the questions will be less challenging, allowing her to navigate the interview without significant pressure. This tactic reflects a broader trend in political communication, where candidates seek to control the narrative by choosing their interviewers carefully.