Did Kamala Ever Stand a Chance? Inside the Battle for the White House (with Jonathan Allen & Amie Parnes)

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April 10, 2025 • 72 mins

What exactly happened during Kamala Harris’ short-lived 107-day presidential campaign that made her lose the election? Michael Steele speaks with Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes, authors of the new book "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House." They discuss how a single Trump ad helped sink Kamala’s chances, Biden’s refusal to endorse her, and the private efforts by Obama and Pelosi to oust Biden without putting Kamala on the ticket. Plus, what lessons Democrats must take from 2024 in order to have a chance in 2028.

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