Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Remains Silent on Kamala Harris Endorsement Amid Vulnerable Re-election Bid
- Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez chose not to address questions regarding a potential endorsement of VP Kamala Harris.
- She was also asked to evaluate Harris's performance on border issues, which she did not respond to.
- This avoidance has raised questions about Perez's political stance and relationship with the VP as well as her constituents.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Democrat from Washington, has refrained from publicly endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as she faces a challenging re-election campaign. During a recent walk in Washington, D.C., Gluesenkamp Perez ignored multiple inquiries about her support for Harris, including her performance as the Biden administration's "border czar." Her campaign later confirmed to Fox News Digital that she has "no plans" to endorse Harris, despite being a Democratic National Committee delegate. Gluesenkamp Perez's reluctance to engage on the topic of Harris is notable, especially as she has previously expressed a preference for Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in the vice presidential race. This silence comes amid a broader trend among some House Democrats, as fellow Representatives Emilia Sykes and Vicente Gonzalez also dodged questions regarding Harris's handling of immigration issues. Critics have accused Gluesenkamp Perez of prioritizing party loyalty over addressing pressing concerns in her district, particularly the fentanyl crisis. In a potential shift, Gluesenkamp Perez recently voted to condemn the Biden administration's management of the southern border, making her one of only six Democrats to do so. This vote marks a significant moment as it is the first legislative action targeting Harris since she emerged as the presumptive 2024 nominee for the Democratic Party. With her district considered a "Democrat toss up," Gluesenkamp Perez's political future remains uncertain as she navigates these complex dynamics.