Kamala Harris loses campaign against Trump after key missteps

Vice President Kamala Harris lost her campaign against President-elect Donald Trump, who secured key battleground states and surpassed 270 electoral votes. Harris's campaign, which began in late July, faced criticism for several missteps that affected her voter appeal. One major error was Harris's statement that she could not identify any policy differences with President Biden, which conflicted with voter dissatisfaction with the current administration. Additionally, she faced backlash for perceived changes in her speaking style and for making confusing statements during speeches. Harris also avoided press conferences and media interviews for much of her campaign, contrasting with Trump's frequent media engagements. Her choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as a running mate was questioned, with some suggesting Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro would have been a better option to secure crucial votes.