Elrod Announces Kamala Speech
Let's dive into a topic that's been making the rounds and raising eyebrows lately: Adrienne Elrod, a Democratic strategist and frequent media commentator, is under the spotlight once again. This time, it’s about her recent revelation that Vice President Kamala Harris didn’t have anything on her schedule, which led to some pointed questions from CNN host John Berman.
So, what’s the deal here? During a discussion on CNN, Elrod casually mentioned that Harris had some free time and could potentially do interviews. This comment didn’t go unnoticed, especially when Berman pressed her on why the Vice President wasn’t more engaged with the media, particularly after declining to comment on a glowing Time Magazine piece that praised her.
CNN: What's on Kamala's schedule today?
Kamala spokesman Adrienne Elrod: "She's talking to voters and getting her message out there."
CNN: She has literally nothing on her schedule today.
Kamala spokesman: Well, yeah. pic.twitter.com/NPCnGNiuTH
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 13, 2024
Elrod’s admission was surprising to some because it seemed to highlight a lack of activity for the Vice President, which is a bit unusual given her high-profile role. Critics quickly jumped on this, questioning why Harris wasn’t seizing the opportunity to be more visible, especially when there’s plenty to discuss in the political landscape.
But this isn’t the first time Elrod has been in the hot seat for her comments. Let’s rewind a bit to the G8 Summit in June. Elrod found herself in a tricky position when she tried to downplay a viral video showing President Joe Biden appearing to wander off during an event.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had to step in and redirect him. Elrod attempted to spin the incident as misinformation, but her efforts fell flat. The European media was all over it, with reports highlighting concerns about Biden’s cognitive abilities.
Kamala campaign says that no taxes on tips is “her own agenda!” pic.twitter.com/nxC3NSpWHM
— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) August 13, 2024
And it didn’t stop there. Elrod also drew attention during an interview with Scripps News when host Chris Stewart asked a straightforward question about how voters should consider a candidate’s cognitive function. Her response? “I don't even know what that question means.” It was a moment that didn’t land well, especially given the ongoing conversations about Biden’s age and mental sharpness, which culminated in his decision to bow out of the 2024 race just a few weeks later.
So, how does Adrienne Elrod still have a job after these gaffes? It’s a question some are asking, especially given her role in trying to shape and defend Democratic messaging. While every strategist has their off days, Elrod’s recent stumbles seem to have hit a nerve, particularly with those who feel she’s not effectively defending her party’s key figures.