A source close to the Obama family has revealed that former President Barack Obama is not convinced that Vice President Kamala Harris has what it takes to win the general election against former President Donald Trump. This skepticism has reportedly led Obama to hold off on endorsing Harris, despite President Joe Biden’s swift endorsement of her candidacy.
According to the source, Obama is “very upset” with Biden’s decision to endorse Harris so quickly, citing concerns about her ability to navigate the complexities of a presidential campaign. “She’s incompetent,” the source said, pointing to her tenure as border czar and her comments on migrant health insurance. “She can’t navigate the landmines that are ahead of her.”
The source also expressed doubts about Harris’s ability to perform well in debates, suggesting that she may make gaffes on sensitive topics such as Israel, Palestine, and Ukraine. “Wait until the debate… She can’t debate,” the source said. “She’s going to put her foot in her mouth.”
Obama’s reluctance to endorse Harris has been attributed to his involvement in convincing Biden to drop out of the race, including a high-profile op-ed by actor George Clooney in the New York Times. However, Democratic Party leaders were reportedly caught off guard by Biden’s swift endorsement of Harris, which has left Obama feeling “furious” and unwilling to offer his own endorsement.
Another Democrat has downplayed Obama’s concerns, suggesting that his reaction is driven by a personal sense of pride and a tendency to prioritize his own interests. “Obama always thinks he is the smartest and coolest guy in the room,” the source said. “He’s friends with George Clooney, after all.”
