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Kamala Harris Tells Oprah She Would Shoot Intruders, Sparking Backlash

Sep 20, 2024, 06:16 AM

Vice President Kamala Harris made a controversial statement during an event with Oprah Winfrey, revealing that she is a gun owner and would shoot anyone who breaks into her house. Harris's remarks came as a surprise to Winfrey, who expressed her astonishment at Harris's gun ownership. Harris stated, 'If somebody breaks into my house, they're getting shot,' and added, 'I probably shouldn't have said that. My staff will deal with that later.' The comments have sparked backlash, particularly given Harris's advocacy for stricter gun control laws. Harris also mentioned that Tim Walz is a gun owner and made these comments while discussing school shootings. The event highlighted the complex and often contentious issue of gun violence in the United States.