The Daily Kamala Harris’s Record on Immigration
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Sep 5, 2024 
Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, delves into Kamala Harris's immigration record as she approaches a pivotal campaign phase. He discusses her evolving stance, from her early days as a district attorney to her advocacy against Trump-era deportation policies. The conversation highlights her efforts to tackle root causes of migration in Central America while addressing the challenges posed by rising border crossings. Kanno-Youngs also examines the scrutiny Harris faces in aligning with Biden's policies on immigration.
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Sanctuary City Clash
- As San Francisco's District Attorney, Kamala Harris clashed with the Board of Supervisors over sanctuary city policies.
- She supported turning over undocumented juveniles charged with crimes to federal immigration authorities.
Nuanced Approach
- Despite her tough stance, Harris also worked to support undocumented immigrants.
- She pursued employers who abused them and supported specialized visas for victims of violent crimes.
Focus on Border Security
- As California Attorney General, Harris' focus shifted to border security and combating criminal gangs and cartels.
- She even led a delegation to Mexico to study cartel activity.