Despite Struggling with Policy Gridlocks and Public Scrutiny, Harris Receives Praise at Infrastructure Event
Vice President Kamala Harris is navigating a tough political landscape, with the lowest approval ratings of any modern vice president. She is tasked with addressing two significant policy challenges in Washington, all while dealing with internal conflicts between her advisers and those of President Joe Biden.
However, despite the negative press and internal tensions, Harris stood alongside Biden on Monday as he signed the historic $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. As she walked onto the White House South Lawn, flanked by the president and a union worker, she was greeted by the ceremonial tune of “Hail to the Chief.” Behind the presidential seal, Harris took a moment to commend Biden’s leadership throughout the months of intense negotiations.
“We would not be here today were it not for your leadership, Mr. President,” Harris remarked, praising Biden for his inclusive approach in bringing together Democrats, Republicans, and independents. She continued, “You are equal parts believer and builder, and because of that, we are all better off.”
Harris, the first woman and first person of color to hold the office of vice president, appeared at a crucial moment in her tenure, amid ongoing media scrutiny over her public missteps during her first year in office. Her position as vice president under the oldest president in U.S. history has placed her under a unique set of challenges, with her every move closely watched and analyzed.
