Trump-endorsed Senate candidate Kari Lake (R-AZ) once again showed her sharp wit and disdain for CNN during a press conference on Saturday, delivering a searing critique of Vice President Kamala Harris’s brief visit to Arizona’s southern border. Lake took particular issue with the 20-minute duration of Harris’s visit, sarcastically comparing it to the short-lived CNN+ streaming service, saying, “That’s almost as long as CNN+ lasted.”
Lake’s jab came as part of her broader critique of what she views as the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to address the border crisis. She argued that Harris’s photo-op was purely for show, aimed at appeasing the media rather than tackling the real issues plaguing the southern border. Lake stressed that a mere 20 minutes at the border is inadequate to understand the complexities and challenges law enforcement and communities face.
This is not the first time Lake has clashed with CNN. Throughout her Senate campaign, she has made a habit of rejecting what she calls the “fake news” network’s biased coverage. At a previous encounter, she famously refused an interview with CNN’s Kyung Lah, dismissing the outlet for its one-sided reporting. Lake’s willingness to confront major media outlets has only bolstered her popularity among conservative voters who share her disdain for mainstream media.
Harris’s Border Visit Criticized as a Photo-Op
Lake’s criticism comes after Harris’s visit to the border in Arizona on Friday. The vice president’s trip, which was part of a broader effort to address the ongoing border crisis, was met with skepticism from Republicans who have long called for stricter immigration controls. Harris spent roughly 20 minutes touring parts of the border and speaking with local officials, but critics, including Lake, argue that such a brief visit is insufficient to address the root causes of illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and human smuggling.
Lake accused the Biden-Harris administration of neglecting the border for years and suggested that Harris’s visit was more about optics than substance. “You can’t solve the border crisis in 20 minutes,” Lake said. “This administration has let our border become a warzone, and Kamala Harris thinks a quick photo shoot will fix it.”
The Arizona Senate candidate has long been an outspoken advocate for stronger border security, frequently citing the need to complete the border wall and implement stricter immigration policies. Lake also emphasized the human toll of the crisis, including the rise in drug smuggling and trafficking of vulnerable migrants.
A Long History of Clashes with CNN
Lake’s latest roast of CNN is just another example of her combative relationship with the network. She has previously refused to engage with CNN reporters, accusing the outlet of spreading misinformation and ignoring real issues. During her gubernatorial campaign in 2022, Lake famously told a CNN reporter, “I’ll do an interview with you as soon as you start covering the real news.”
Lake’s willingness to call out CNN has earned her admiration from her base, particularly among voters who feel disillusioned with mainstream media. Her frequent clashes with the press play into a broader narrative embraced by many Trump-aligned Republicans: that the media is complicit in promoting left-wing agendas while ignoring or misrepresenting conservative viewpoints.
In Saturday’s press conference, Lake didn’t hold back when responding to a CNN reporter’s question about her preparedness for an upcoming Senate debate. Instead of directly addressing the question, Lake turned the tables, asking the reporter if they thought Harris’s 20-minute visit to the border was sufficient. The remark was met with laughter from her supporters and quickly went viral online.
Lake’s Path to the Senate
As the race for Arizona’s Senate seat heats up, Lake has positioned herself as a staunch advocate for border security and a fierce critic of the Biden-Harris administration. Her Trump endorsement has further solidified her status as a leading conservative voice, particularly on immigration issues. Lake’s ability to engage with her base through fiery rhetoric and her defiance of mainstream media has made her a formidable candidate in the Senate race.
With the election just weeks away, Lake continues to hammer home her message of restoring law and order at the southern border. Her latest roast of CNN and Harris underscores her broader campaign strategy: align herself with the Trump-era immigration policies that resonate with Arizona’s conservative voters, while portraying her Democratic opponents as out of touch with the realities of border security.
Conclusion
Kari Lake’s scathing critique of Kamala Harris’s border visit and her relentless attacks on CNN have once again made headlines. Her comparison of Harris’s brief border visit to the failure of CNN+ was both a clever punchline and a reminder of her ongoing feud with the media. As the Arizona Senate race draws near, Lake’s ability to dominate headlines and fire up her base will be crucial to her campaign’s success. Her sharp wit, willingness to confront the media, and strong stance on border security ensure that Kari Lake will remain a force to be reckoned with in Arizona politics.
Sources indicate that Lake is preparing for an intense Senate debate on October 8, where she plans to continue highlighting the Biden administration’s perceived failures on immigration and border security. Whether her fiery approach will win over swing voters remains to be seen, but for now, Lake’s strategy of attacking the media and her political opponents shows no signs of slowing down. (The Gateway Pundit)
