U.S. Vice President and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris harshly criticized former President Donald Trump for his statements in which he claimed he would protect women "whether they like it or not." Harris considered this comment very offensive and characterized it as a disregard for women's agency and autonomy.
Harris made these statements in Madison (Wisconsin) before heading to Arizona and Nevada to continue her campaign. Amidst the criticisms of Trump, polls show that Harris has broad support among women, surpassing Trump by 55% to 41%.
Harris expressed her concern about Trump's lack of recognition of women's rights and their capacity to make decisions about their lives and bodies. The Democratic candidate has focused part of her campaign on defending women's reproductive rights, especially after the elimination of federal abortion protections by the Supreme Court in 2022.
Trump's controversial statements in Wisconsin have been harshly criticized by major U.S. media for their paternalistic tone and for denying women's autonomy. These comments add to a history of misogynistic statements from the former president, highlighting a lack of respect for women in his speeches.
Additionally, the survey conducted showed that the abortion issue is considered crucial by 22% of voters, which could be decisive in the elections. Harris has reaffirmed her commitment to the fight for women's freedom to decide about their bodies, while Trump continues to generate controversy with his comments and stances.
