Sen. Tom Cotton Criticizes Kamala Harris and Addresses Global Security Concerns

Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton has been vocal in his criticism of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, emphasizing the need for greater press scrutiny of her campaign. In a recent appearance on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' Cotton argued that Harris has not been held to the same standards as other nominees, highlighting her lack of engagement in unscripted events and town hall meetings.

Criticism of Kamala Harris

Cotton pointed out that Harris has only been the nominee for a short period and has yet to answer a single question from the press. He stressed that she should be subject to the same level of scrutiny as other nominees, who have undergone extensive public questioning over the course of their campaigns. Cotton described Harris as a 'dangerous San Francisco liberal' with radical views, including plans to decriminalize illegal immigration and take away private health insurance.

Global Security Concerns

In addition to his domestic policy critiques, Cotton addressed several global security issues. He discussed the potential for an expanded conflict between Israel and Iran, noting that threats to Americans have been persistent since the Biden-Harris administration took office. Cotton mentioned that Iran and its proxies have attacked U.S. troops over 100 times, underscoring the ongoing chaos and instability in the region.

Cotton also touched on the recent prisoner exchange involving the United States and Russia, suggesting that the Biden-Harris administration's handling of such deals has been less effective than that of the Trump administration. He highlighted that during Trump's presidency, more than 50 hostages were returned without the payment of ransom or the exchange of high-profile prisoners.

Debate and Campaign Strategies

Regarding the upcoming presidential debates, Cotton argued that the American people deserve to hear more from Kamala Harris, given her lack of transparency and what he described as her 'radical' policy positions. He suggested that Harris is trying to avoid debating to hide her true views, which include banning gas-powered cars, giving reparations based on race, and banning fracking. Cotton contrasted this with Donald Trump's record, which he claimed is one of peace, prosperity, and a secure border.

Cotton reiterated that Trump has already debated twice and that further debates would not add significant value, especially given what he sees as Harris's attempts to deceive the public about her policies.