Kamala Harris Opens Up in First Interview Since Leaving Office, Launches Memoir

Former vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris gave her first news interview since leaving office on Monday, sitting down with Rachel Maddow on MSNBC. The interview coincided with the release of her memoir, 107 Days, which hit shelves the same day.

Harris reflected on decisions made during her presidential campaign, including the process of selecting her own running mate. She also spoke about the challenges facing Democrats today, urging the party to adopt a more aggressive posture. “We tend to play by the rules,” Harris said. “But I think this is a moment where you’ve got to fight fire with fire. What Gavin [Newsom] is doing, what the California legislature is doing — you want to play? Then let’s get in the arena and do this.”

The wide-ranging conversation touched on current headlines shaping American politics. Harris weighed in on the suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, expressed concerns about partisan redistricting, and commented on the rise of New York mayoral candidate Zoran Mondani.

The release of her memoir and her return to the public stage mark a new chapter for Harris, who remains a key voice in Democratic politics while reflecting on her experiences in national leadership.

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