Gabbard Chooses Trump Over Harris for Surprising Reasons

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Tulsi Gabbard has thrown her weight behind Donald Trump, emphasizing her commitment to peace and individual liberties over Kamala Harris’s policies.

At a Glance

  • Gabbard’s endorsement highlights concerns about Harris’s foreign policy and civil liberties approach.
  • Gabbard, an Iraq War veteran, sees Trump’s policies as promoting peace and diplomacy.
  • Trump linked Harris to the chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal and praised Gabbard’s decision.
  • Gabbard’s non-interventionist stance shapes her endorsement.
  • Cited Harris’s failure to reach out to families of slain service members.

Gabbard Criticizes Harris’s Foreign Policy

Tulsi Gabbard’s endorsement of Donald Trump came as a surprise to many, but her reasoning is clear. Gabbard has long been vocal about her opposition to unnecessary military interventions, a stance she feels aligns more closely with Trump’s policies than those of Kamala Harris. This perspective, shaped by her experience as an Iraq War veteran, fuels her belief that a commander-in-chief should prioritize peace and diplomacy, meeting with adversaries to avoid unnecessary conflict.

“We know how important it is to have a commander-in-chief who values every single one of our lives and who has the strength and the courage to exercise all means of diplomacy, meeting with dictators, allies, adversaries, partners in the pursuit of peace, recognizing that war is always and should always be a last resort,” Gabbard, an Iraq War veteran, said on “The Ingraham Angle.”

Concerns Over Civil Liberties

Another significant factor in Gabbard’s endorsement is her concern over civil liberties. She has expressed fears that Harris’s policies could lead to increased government overreach and erosion of personal freedoms. These concerns are not unfounded, especially considering the current administration’s stance on numerous civil rights issues. In contrast, Gabbard believes Trump has demonstrated a stronger commitment to protecting individual liberties.

“I endorsed President Trump today because he has those qualities, and he’s proven that he is that commander-in-chief. Kamala Harris has proven she is not. We are closer to the brink of nuclear war now than ever before, closer to World War III because of Harris and Biden and their policies.”

Impact of Afghanistan Withdrawal

Gabbard also heavily criticized Harris for her role in the chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal. This botched operation has left a deep wound in America’s military community, and Gabbard insists that Harris’s failure to address this disaster is a clear indication of her inadequacy as a leader.

“There was a triple amputee there today [at Arlington] to honor the loss of his brothers and sisters. Has she called them to apologize? To apologize for the decision that they made that resulted in this disastrous withdrawal? And an explosion and an attack that took these 13 service members’ lives that was completely preventable?”

Gabbard’s comments underscore a larger issue: the need for accountability and compassion from those in power. This sentiment resonates with many Americans who feel unheard by the current administration.

Endorsement’s Significance

Gabbard’s endorsement is a significant political maneuver, emphasizing her divergence from the Democratic Party’s current trajectory. Her support highlights growing disillusionment with the party’s policies, especially regarding foreign affairs and civil liberties.

“This administration has us facing multiple wars on multiple fronts in regions around the world and closer to the brink of nuclear war than we ever have been before. This is one of the main reasons why I’m committed to doing all that I can to send President Trump back to the White House, where he can once again serve us as our commander-in-chief. Because I am confident that his first task will be to do the work to walk us back from the brink of war.”

This endorsement will likely galvanize voters who prioritize peace, civil liberties, and a governance style that safeguards American values.

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