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Kamala Harris Tells Oprah She Would Shoot Intruders, Sparking Controversy

Sep 20, 2024, 02:26 AM

Vice President Kamala Harris made a controversial remark during a Thursday night campaign event with Oprah Winfrey, stating, 'If somebody breaks into my house, they're getting shot.' Harris, who revealed she is a gun owner, added that she probably should not have said that and that her staff would handle the fallout. The comment has sparked backlash, particularly given Harris's advocacy for stricter gun control laws. The remarks were made in the context of a discussion on gun violence, where Harris emphasized the need for common-sense gun laws. She also mentioned that Tim Walz is a gun owner.