Vice President Kamala Harris faced significant criticism following a town hall event in Pennsylvania, where she struggled to provide substantive answers to key issues such as immigration and the economy. CNN's Dana Bash noted that undecided voters felt she failed to 'close the deal' and did not clearly outline her legislative priorities. Former Obama strategist David Axelrod echoed this sentiment, describing her responses as 'word salad' and highlighting her inability to directly address questions about her differences from President Biden. Critics pointed out her tendency to pivot to unrelated topics, including an excessive focus on Donald Trump rather than her own vision. The event raised concerns about Harris's preparedness and ability to engage effectively with voters ahead of the election. Overall, while some praised her interaction with the audience, many observers found the performance lacking and disjointed.