Megyn Kelly criticizes Trump's claim about Kamala Harris's crowd

Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly has publicly criticized Donald Trump for his fixation on the crowd size at Vice President Kamala Harris' recent airport rally, calling his assertions that the turnout was fabricated "so stupid." During a discussion with Matt Welch, editor of Reason Magazine, Kelly emphasized that Trump's focus on crowd numbers could alienate swing state voters, urging him to concentrate on more pressing issues that resonate with the electorate. Kelly further questioned the plausibility of Trump's claims regarding the rally's attendance, pointing out the abundance of footage from the event. She dismissed the notion that the perceived crowd size was merely a result of polls oversampling Democrats, asserting that Harris has seen a rise in support across various polls, both left-leaning and right-leaning. This comes as recent polling indicates Harris is emerging as a frontrunner in the race for the White House. In response to Trump's allegations, the Harris campaign characterized his comments as a sign of desperation, highlighting their growing momentum in the polls. They shared a post on social media showcasing a photograph of the rally, which reportedly drew a crowd of 15,000 attendees. Fact-checking organization Snopes confirmed the authenticity of the rally images, stating they were "96 percent human," while Spectrum News corroborated that the event was indeed well-attended, with numerous attendees sharing their experiences online. Getty Images photographer Andrew Harnick also defended the portrayal of the crowd, affirming the significant turnout at the rally.