Harris's Comments on Troops Spark Controversy

Vice President Kamala Harris has faced significant backlash for claiming during a presidential debate that there are 'no active-duty troops deployed to war zones,' a statement contradicted by military officials and evidence presented in Congress. Witnesses, including former defense officials, confirmed that U.S. troops are still stationed in combat zones, particularly in Syria and Iraq, receiving combat pay. This has led to outrage among military personnel and conservatives, with Rep. Jim Banks asserting that Harris's remarks were misleading and disrespectful to troops currently in harm's way. Footage of U.S. troops under fire has been released to refute her claims. Meanwhile, Ohio Senator JD Vance expressed concern over a recent assassination attempt on former President Trump, linking the suspect's motivations to political rhetoric from figures like Harris. Vance condemned media coverage of the incident, arguing it downplayed the seriousness of the threats against Trump and called for a reduction in political hostility.