Republican Pollster Urges Trump to Shift Focus Away from Attacks on Harris

In a recent appearance on “CNN This Morning,” Republican pollster Frank Luntz advised former President Donald Trump to cease his attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris. Luntz expressed concern over Trump’s strategy, particularly during a campaign event where Trump chose to focus on personal insults rather than substantive issues affecting voters, such as rising grocery prices. Host Kasie Hunt highlighted Trump’s remarks about feeling entitled to criticize Harris, prompting Luntz to reflect on voter expectations and reactions. Luntz emphasized that while voters are familiar with Trump, they are still forming opinions about Harris. He noted that Trump’s approach of defining Harris through insults may not resonate well with the electorate. Instead, Luntz argued that Trump should concentrate on the substantive issues that matter to voters, rather than engaging in personal attacks. He criticized Trump’s behavior as “petulant” and suggested that it could alienate potential supporters. If Luntz were advising Trump, he would urge him to adopt a more constructive tone and focus on the concerns of the American people. He warned that continued negative behavior could lead to Harris gaining a significant lead in the polls, especially following her convention. Luntz’s comments reflect a growing concern among some Republicans about Trump’s campaign strategy as the election approaches, highlighting the need for a shift in focus to win over voters.