Vice President Kamala Harris made a bold entrance at a debate with former President Donald Trump, setting the tone for the night by using body language to make her case for the presidency. Harris repeatedly got under Trump’s skin, causing him to go off-topic and share confusing anecdotes. Trump appeared unnerved, brooding and avoiding eye contact with Harris. Despite starting strong on the economy, Trump’s performance deteriorated as Harris challenged his claims and asserted her own points. Harris used gestures and facial expressions to connect with the audience, learning from past debates where Biden struggled. Some Republicans criticized Trump’s performance, with one donor calling him “wild and uncontrolled” and praising Harris for pushing his buttons. However, others noted that Harris did not always provide clear answers herself. Trump criticized the size of Harris’ rallies and interrupted her when she tried to speak. Overall, Democrats and even some Republicans praised Harris’ performance, with one strategist comparing it to Bill Clinton’s debate skills and calling it a “flat-out a– whipping.” Harris effectively used body language and gestures to communicate her message and challenge Trump, ultimately winning over the audience and setting herself apart as a strong candidate for the presidency.
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Harris uses split-screen format to provoke Trump with smirks and head shakes
