In her upcoming memoir, former Vice President Kamala Harris reveals significant tension between herself and President Joe Biden during their time in office. According to an excerpt shared by Fox News host Jesse Watters, Harris recounts a phone call from Biden just before her debate with Donald Trump, in which he reprimanded her based on rumors from his brother, James Biden. The call, she writes, left her confused and distracted—especially given the timing and the high stakes of the debate.
Harris also criticizes Biden’s decision to run for reelection, calling it “reckless,” though she continued to publicly support his campaign. She expresses frustration over the lack of support from the White House communications team, noting that they rarely pushed back against media attacks on her, which she says often focused on personal attributes like her voice, laugh, and past relationships rather than her qualifications or record.
In the memoir, Harris places the blame for her political setbacks not on her own campaign, but on Democratic Party leadership. She describes their 2024 strategy as being driven more by ego than by thoughtful responsibility. She argues that the decision to allow Biden to run again should not have been left up to one person, emphasizing the broader stakes involved.
Former White House staffers have responded critically to the memoir, accusing Harris of using it to shift blame and polish her image. Some have called the move self-serving and poorly timed, especially given Biden’s current health struggles and the need for party unity. Others have questioned why she didn’t voice these concerns more publicly during the campaign itself.
Despite announcing that she will not run for California governor in 2026, Harris’s memoir has reignited speculation about her political ambitions. The release of these excerpts suggests that she is still actively shaping her public image and may be positioning herself for a future role in national politics. Through the memoir, Harris appears to be asserting her perspective—and perhaps setting the stage for a comeback.
