U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has raised concerns about Donald Trump’s fitness for office after reports suggested he was “exhausted” and had canceled several media interviews. At 78, Trump is the oldest major-party candidate in U.S. history. His recent withdrawal from interviews with networks like NBC, CNBC, and CBS, coupled with his refusal to participate in a second debate with Harris, has fueled speculation about his health and stamina.
Harris, who is turning 60 this weekend, seized the opportunity to critique Trump during her campaign stops in Michigan, questioning his resilience on the campaign trail. “If you are exhausted on the campaign trail, it raises real questions about whether you are fit for the toughest job in the world,” she told supporters.
The Trump campaign dismissed claims of his exhaustion as “detached from reality,” even as a Trump aide reportedly confirmed the ex-president’s reluctance to participate in certain appearances. Despite this, Trump maintains a busy schedule, primarily focusing on friendly media outlets where he faces less scrutiny.
In response to Harris’s comments, Trump described her as a “loser” lacking energy, reinforcing his position during a town hall in Auburn Hills, where he reiterated his support for imposing tariffs on U.S. imports. Meanwhile, Harris countered by warning voters not to forget Trump’s previous unfulfilled promises.
Both candidates are intensifying their campaigns in critical battleground states as early voting has begun. Harris appears to be gaining momentum, with nearly 12 million votes already cast, while early voting in states like Georgia has been surpassing records.
