Harris Critiques Trump for 'Reckless Tariffs' Impacting Economy

In her first major public appearances since leaving office, former Vice President Kamala Harris sharply criticized President Donald Trump and his administration for their economic policies, particularly the implementation of tariffs, which she labeled as 'reckless' and responsible for inviting a recession. Harris attributed the recent 0.3% contraction in the U.S. economy—the first decline after three years of growth—to Trump's tariffs, which she argued have led to higher household costs, shrinking retirement accounts, and a weakening job market. She accused Trump and his allies of promoting a self-serving agenda that favors loyalists, punishes truth-tellers, and undermines institutions like public education and the courts. Harris also asserted that the current political and economic chaos is the result of a long-standing conservative plan being rapidly implemented through Trump's administration. Trump, for his part, blamed the economic downturn on his predecessor, denying responsibility for the negative economic indicators. Harris's remarks come as she considers her political future, including a potential run for governor of California or another presidential bid.