Trump Criticizes Harris at Al Smith Dinner

At the Al Smith charity dinner in New York City, former President Donald Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for not attending in person, calling her absence 'deeply disrespectful' and making it a central theme of his speech. Harris, who was campaigning in Wisconsin, sent a video message instead, which drew jokes from Trump and comedian Jim Gaffigan. Trump's remarks, more akin to a political rally, included jabs at Harris's campaign activities, her fitness for office, and a dig at her husband, Doug Emhoff. Harris countered by criticizing Trump's stance on women's healthcare. The event, traditionally light-hearted, saw Trump urging Catholics to support him, marking a shift from its usual tone. The absence of Harris, breaking a longstanding election year tradition, became a focal point for criticism and humor.