Harris faces backlash from pro-Palestinian voters over Liz Cheney endorsement

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Vice President Kamala Harris has drawn criticism from some pro-Palestinian groups after former Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney endorsed her campaign and appeared with her at a rally in Wisconsin. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) expressed disappointment, citing Cheney's past positions on torture and Islamophobia.

Edward Ahmed Mitchell, CAIR's National Deputy Director, released a statement condemning Harris’s decision to praise Cheney. He referred to Cheney as a “torture advocate” and criticized her role in spreading the Obama birther conspiracy. Mitchell also referenced Cheney’s father, former Vice President Dick Cheney, calling him a “war criminal.”

Harris has been actively courting conservative voters and Republicans dissatisfied with former President Donald Trump. However, her alignment with Cheney has raised concerns among progressive voters, particularly those opposed to the U.S.’s support of Israel’s actions in Gaza. CAIR's statement reflects concerns from voters who oppose the administration's stance on Israel and seek a ceasefire in Gaza.

Cheney’s endorsement may undermine Harris’s efforts to appeal to Arab American and Muslim American voters, who are a significant bloc in swing states like Michigan. Harris is scheduled to meet with leaders from these communities in Flint, Michigan, a state where recent polls show her holding a slim lead over Trump.

The Harris campaign has not yet responded to requests for comment.