BY Benjamin ClarkSeptember 13, 2024
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 | September 13, 2024
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Kamala Harris Mistakenly Claims Trump Plans Social Security Cuts At NC Rallies

Vice President Kamala Harris made inaccurate claims about former President Donald Trump's Social Security policies during campaign rallies in North Carolina on Thursday.

Harris asserted that Trump intends to cut Social Security despite his official platform stating otherwise. The vice president's statements at events in Charlotte and Greensboro contradict Trump's recent public declarations and campaign promises.

According to the New York Post, Harris told rally attendees that Trump "intends to cut Social Security and Medicare." However, this claim does not align with the former president's official stance on the issue.

The Republican platform, ratified at the party's convention in July, explicitly states that Trump will "fight for and protect Social Security and Medicare with no cuts."

Trump's Proposal To Eliminate Social Security Taxes

Contrary to Harris's assertions, Trump has been promoting a plan to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits.

This proposal, which would effectively increase the value of benefits for recipients, has been a frequent topic in his recent campaign speeches. Trump has mentioned this plan at rallies in several states, including Nevada, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Florida.

During an August 19 rally in York, Pennsylvania, Trump stated, "We will have no tax on Social Security and no tax on tips." He has also used this proposal to challenge the Biden administration's economic policies, particularly regarding inflation's impact on seniors.

The former president's campaign has been actively pushing this idea, with Trump mentioning it at least eight times in August alone, according to the Factba.se repository of his public remarks.

Harris's Other Contested Claims At The Rallies

Beyond the Social Security issue, Harris made additional claims during her North Carolina appearances that have been disputed.

She referenced the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, suggesting it was Trump's plan for a second term. However, Trump has repeatedly distanced himself from this initiative.

During Tuesday night's debate with Harris, Trump addressed this claim directly, stating, "As she knows better than anyone, I have nothing to do with Project 2025… I haven't read it. I don't want to read it."

In a previous interview with Newsmax, he referred to the project as the work of "a group of pretty far-right people."

Debate Over Abortion Ban And Presidential Powers

Harris also alleged that Trump refused to commit to vetoing a national abortion ban during their recent debate. However, this characterization appears to misrepresent Trump's actual statement on the matter.

When asked about the abortion ban during the debate, Trump responded, "As far as the abortion ban, no, I'm not in favor."

The vice president further claimed that Trump has vowed to be a dictator on his first day if re-elected. Trump's supporters argue that this comment was made facetiously and point out that it is the former president who has faced multiple criminal charges from federal, state, and local prosecutors.

Trump has addressed the issue of weaponization of the justice system, stating:

[Biden] is not a nice man at all because he started weaponization, and weaponization is a double prong that can come back to haunt them, too. It's a terrible thing for our country.

Conclusion

These rallies in North Carolina marked Harris's first campaign appearances since Tuesday night's ABC News debate against Trump in Philadelphia. The events highlighted the ongoing political discourse surrounding key issues such as Social Security, abortion rights, and the use of executive power.

Harris's claims about Trump's Social Security policies contradict his official platform and recent statements. Trump has proposed eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits, a plan he has promoted at multiple campaign events.

Written by: Benjamin Clark

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