Illinois Governor JB Pritzker strongly condemned former President Donald Trump's recent remarks regarding Kamala Harris' racial identity, labeling them as racist. Pritzker, who has been speculated as a potential running mate for Harris, expressed his long-held belief that Trump exhibits racist behavior. He cited instances such as Trump's propagation of false conspiracy theories, including the debunked claim about Barack Obama's birthplace and his controversial stance on the Central Park Five case.
Pritzker, in a CNN interview, reiterated his past assertions of Trump's racism and emphasized that the former president's recent comments only reinforced this view. He commended Harris for maintaining a dignified response to Trump's attacks, suggesting that voters can discern the truth without engaging in similar rhetoric.
Regarding Trump's struggle to effectively criticize Harris following her nomination as the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, Pritzker implied that the former president's tactics were faltering. While declining to disclose specific plans for the upcoming week, Pritzker affirmed his unwavering support for Harris, irrespective of the circumstances.
Reports hint at a joint appearance by Harris and her running mate in Philadelphia next week, though Pritzker refrained from confirming details. His commitment to backing Harris underscores a unified front within the Democratic Party as the election season progresses.
