Vice President Kamala Harris, along with her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, is set to give her first major interview with CNN's Dana Bash on Thursday since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee. This comes after weeks of criticism from Republicans and media for her lack of media engagement since President Joe Biden withdrew from the race. The interview, which will be broadcast at 9 p.m. ET, is highly anticipated as it will be Harris's opportunity to address key policy questions and criticisms directly. Harris has faced scrutiny for not holding press conferences or providing extensive policy details, with critics questioning her ability to handle unscripted media interactions. The interview is expected to cover crucial issues such as the Gaza conflict, immigration, and inflation, areas where Harris's positions remain somewhat ambiguous. The political landscape is further intensified by an upcoming debate between Harris and former President Donald Trump on September 10.