Former Vice President Kamala Harris is cheering on Democrats as they navigate a lengthening government shutdown, while also promoting her presidential campaign memoir and fueling speculation about another White House run.
In an interview with The Associated Press, Harris stated that she remains in contact with Democrats on Capitol Hill, urging them to maintain their demands for President Donald Trump and the Republican congressional majority to address looming spikes in Affordable Care Act health insurance premiums.
"The Republicans control the House. They are in charge, and they are responsible for the shutdown,"
Harris expressed her support for Democrats, saying they
"are doing the right thing by standing up for working people and not allowing the Republicans to carry a tax cut for the wealthiest people in our country on the backs of working people in America."
Author's summary: Kamala Harris supports Democrats amid government shutdown.