Trump and Harris trade jabs at NYC Catholic charity event, though Harris wasn’t there

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris traded verbal jabs at a recent Catholic charity event in New York City, even though Harris was not in attendance.

The event, which took place at the New York Hilton Midtown, was hosted by the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation and is typically a lighthearted affair where politicians and public figures come together to raise money for charity. This year, however, things took a more contentious turn as Trump and Harris took shots at each other in their respective speeches.

In his speech, Trump criticized Harris for her handling of the border crisis and accused her of being weak on immigration. He also took aim at President Joe Biden, calling him a “disaster” and claiming that the country is in a state of decline under his leadership.

Harris, who was not present at the event, responded to Trump’s comments through a statement issued by her press secretary. In the statement, Harris accused Trump of spreading misinformation and divisiveness and defended her administration’s handling of the border crisis.

The back-and-forth between Trump and Harris at the charity event highlights the deep political divisions that continue to plague the country. Despite the fact that they were not in the same room, their words serve as a reminder of the bitter partisan divide that exists in American politics.

The Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation dinner is meant to be a night of humor and goodwill, but this year’s event was overshadowed by the acrimony between two of the country’s most prominent political figures. As the 2022 midterm elections approach, it is likely that we will see more of these contentious exchanges as politicians on both sides of the aisle vie for power and influence.

In the meantime, it is important for Americans to remember the spirit of charity and generosity that the event is meant to embody. Despite their political differences, Trump and Harris were both participating in a fundraiser for a good cause, and it is crucial that we all come together to support those in need, regardless of our political affiliations.