Kamala Harris Clarifies Gun Comments as Joke

Vice President Kamala Harris faced backlash for a comment made during an interview with Oprah Winfrey, where she joked about shooting a home intruder, stating, 'If someone breaks into my house, they’re getting shot.' Following the controversy, her campaign adviser Keisha Lance Bottoms clarified that it was meant as a joke intended to humanize Harris. Bottoms emphasized that Harris respects the Second Amendment and advocates for responsible gun ownership while supporting gun control measures such as bans on assault rifles and red flag laws. Harris's remarks come as she navigates a complex position on gun rights, balancing her personal beliefs as a gun owner with her public stance on gun regulation. The remarks have sparked discussions about her approach to appealing to independent voters, especially in light of her past comments on gun confiscation. The incident highlights the scrutiny public figures face over their statements, especially in an election year.