Kamala Harris Messes Up Pledge of Allegiance [Video]

Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism following a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected senators on Friday, where detractors alleged she stumbled during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

The incident occurred during one of her final public appearances as vice president, the opening day of the 119th Congress.

Why It Matters

The criticism comes amid ongoing partisan attacks on Harris, particularly targeting her public speaking style. During her unsuccessful 2024 presidential campaign, Harris was often criticized for delivering speeches that her detractors labeled “word salads,” referring to instances where her phrasing or choice of words was perceived as awkward or unclear.

The full pledge, which many American children memorized in school, is as follows: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

What To Know

During Friday’s swearing-in ceremony for new …