Trump Blames Harris for Afghanistan Withdrawal

Former President Trump is strategically targeting Vice President Kamala Harris in his campaign by linking her to the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan, which resulted in significant loss of life and the collapse of the Afghan government. Trump claims that Harris's involvement in the decision-making process has made her partially responsible for the perceived failures of the Biden administration during the exit. Critics of Trump, however, point out that the withdrawal plan was largely based on a deal he negotiated with the Taliban, which undermined the Afghan government's role. General H.R. McMaster defended Trump's approach to Afghanistan, arguing it was the most sustainable strategy during the conflict, while also emphasizing the importance of military advice in policy-making. As the third anniversary of a deadly suicide bombing during the withdrawal approaches, Trump has intensified his criticism of the Biden administration's execution of the pullout. The debate continues over the responsibilities of both administrations in shaping the outcome of the U.S. presence in Afghanistan.