Kamala Harris Shocked by Election Defeat, New Book Reveals

Kamala Harris was reportedly blindsided by her election loss to Donald Trump, feeling she had a strong chance to win. According to journalist Amie Parnes, who co-authored the book 'FIGHT: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House,' both Harris and her running mate Tim Walz were in shock on election night, unable to comprehend the defeat. Parnes noted that Harris had 'bought the hype' regarding her campaign's momentum, influenced by positive feedback and crowd sizes. The book also reveals that Harris felt let down by prominent Democrats like Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi for not rallying support after President Biden's withdrawal from the race. The narrative highlights a sense of confusion and denial within the Harris campaign, with staff reportedly feeling misled about their chances. Parnes argues that this account offers insights for future Democratic elections in 2026 and 2028.