Kamala Harris makes statement on 'arms embargo on Israel'

As the countdown continues for the presidential election to be held in the US on November 5, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz gave their first interview to CNN since their nominations were finalized.

Answering questions on many topics ranging from domestic policy to the economy, and from border security to US policy on Israel, Harris delivered messages similar to those she gave in her speech at the Democratic National Convention.

WILL THERE BE AN ARMS EMBARGO ON ISRAEL?

In the section of the interview regarding foreign policy, Harris responded to a question about what she would do differently from US President Joe Biden regarding US-Israel relations and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Recalling the events of the October 7 attacks, Harris said she would continue to uphold Israel's right to defend itself and that her stance on this issue is clear.

"Let me be clear, my commitment to Israel's defense and its ability to defend itself is unwavering and absolute. That is not going to change," said Harris, noting that their current priority is a ceasefire deal.

Reminding her that a segment within the Democratic Party is strongly demanding an "arms embargo on Israel," the host asked, "Would there be no change in this arms policy?" to which she replied, "No. We have to get the deal done right now."

"THIS WAR MUST END"

Reiterating her support for Israel, Harris noted that too many Palestinian civilians have lost their lives, stating, "We have to get this (ceasefire) deal done. This war must end. We must get the deal done and get the hostages out. Let's get the hostages out and get the ceasefire done."

On the other hand, while responding to a question about whether there has been a change between some of the messages she gave previously regarding border security and her messages today, Harris argued that there has been no change in her core values.

Responding to comments that she is tougher on border security than before, Harris said, "My values have not changed on this issue, we have to secure the border."

Recalling the border security package that came to the Congressional agenda and was rejected by Republican votes, Harris attributed the failure of the package to pass to Donald Trump and argued that Trump acted insincerely on this issue.

"A REPUBLICAN COULD BE IN MY CABINET"

Furthermore, in response to a question, Harris stated that she could appoint a Republican to her cabinet and that she is open to this.

"I think it would be to the benefit of the American public to have a member of my cabinet who is a Republican," said Harris, expressing that she is open to different ideas on this matter.

Listing several promises regarding the economy, Harris stated that they would continue to lower inflation, increase the child tax credit, and provide a certain amount of credit support to first-time homebuyers.

Democratic vice-presidential nominee Walz spoke about the controversy regarding whether he went to a war zone and used weapons during his time serving in the National Guard.

Walz stated that the expression he used in that speech was grammatically incorrect and that the error in expression was his own.

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