Armenian-American voters express frustration over Biden-Harris response to Nagorno-Karabakh conflict

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As Vice President Kamala Harris faces challenges balancing support between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups, she now contends with a growing dissatisfaction from Armenian-Americans due to U.S. foreign policy regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. The Biden-Harris administration has been criticized for its failure to influence events in the Caucasus, where Azerbaijan has made significant territorial gains since 2020.

Following Azerbaijan’s blockade and full annexation of Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023, nearly the entire Armenian population fled the region, sparking anger within the Armenian-American community.

Communications strategist Stephan Pechdimaldji highlighted that key swing states such as Arizona, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Nevada, and Wisconsin are home to around 200,000 Armenian-Americans. Their votes could be decisive in future elections. Pechdimaldji expressed disappointment in the Biden-Harris administration's lack of strong action to prevent the blockade and displacement, comparing it to a continuation of historic threats faced by Armenians.

Although President Biden did recognize the Armenian genocide, the administration’s decision to waive Section 907 of the Freedom Support Act, allowing aid to Azerbaijan, has fueled the community's discontent. This frustration could play a critical role in upcoming elections, particularly in swing states.