Harris: ‘Attack on DEI’ is ‘attack on maternal care’ in el Sayed campaign stop
Former Vice President Kamala Harris turned the fight over diversity, equity, and inclusion into a battle over maternal health on Tuesday, declaring that “the attack on DEI is an attack on maternal care” and accusing the Trump administration of putting research and care for black women at risk.
TL;DR
- Kamala Harris stated that the attack on DEI is an attack on maternal care.
- She accused the Trump administration of endangering research and care for Black women.
- Harris linked the DEI debate to federal funding for maternal health.
- She made these remarks while campaigning for Democratic nominee Abdul el Sayed in Michigan.
- The Michigan Senate race is closely watched and could impact Senate control.