In a fiery speech last night, Vice President Kamala Harris launched a scathing attack on President Trump, labeling his administration’s actions as a “wholesale abandonment” of American ideals. This was her first major address since Trump took office, and she did not hold back, addressing the audience with a palpable urgency that resonated throughout the venue.

Thanking the Emerge organization, Harris highlighted the stark contrast between the promises of the Trump administration and the grim reality faced by many Americans today. “Instead of advancing America’s highest ideals, we are witnessing chaos and a reckless agenda that threatens the very fabric of our democracy,” she declared, calling out Trump’s economic policies as detrimental to the working class.

Harris emphasized that fear tactics employed by Trump’s allies would not deter the courageous Americans rising up in unison against injustice and inequality. “Courage is contagious,” she proclaimed, rallying a diverse coalition of citizens who are banding together to defend their rights. She pointed to grassroots movements, judicial courage, and the voices of everyday Americans standing against the erosion of democracy.

The Vice President warned of an impending constitutional crisis, should the checks and balances of government fail. “If Congress or the courts falter, the voice of the people must prevail,” she insisted, urging citizens to remain vigilant and united in the face of adversity.

Harris ended on a hopeful note, drawing an analogy to elephants in a zoo who banded together during an earthquake, emphasizing the importance of unity. “We are not alone, and together we are stronger,” she said, encouraging everyone to engage in the fight for justice and democracy. As she left the stage, the message was clear: the battle for America’s soul is on, and the time to act is now.