Harris Meets Arab American Leaders in Flint

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to meet with Arab American and Muslim leaders in Flint, Michigan, as part of her campaign's efforts to regain support amidst dissatisfaction with the Biden administration's response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This meeting follows a recent endorsement from Emgage Action, although the group expressed 'strong disappointment' regarding U.S. policy on Gaza. Notably absent from the guest list are leaders from the 'Uncommitted' movement, which has criticized the administration's stance and previously requested a Palestinian American speaker at the Democratic convention. A recent poll indicates that Harris and former President Donald Trump have roughly equal support among Arab Americans, a significant shift from prior elections. Harris's engagement is seen as an attempt to foster dialogue and address the concerns of this key demographic in the battleground state of Michigan, which has a large Arab American population. The meeting is part of broader efforts by the administration to communicate with minority communities and address their specific issues.