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The Kamala Harris Conspiracies Are Here

The Kamala Harris Conspiracies Are Here

Update: 2024-07-112
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After President Joe Biden’s disastrous debate, speculations that Vice President Kamala Harris may fill the void are everywhere. Today on WIRED Politics Lab, how the far right is already pushing racist and misogynistic conspiracies that question Harris’ ability to be president. Plus, why RFK Jr. is looking to capitalize on the moment.

Leah Feiger is @LeahFeiger. David Gilbert is @DaithaiGilbert. Vittoria Elliot is @telliotter. Write to us at politicslab@WIRED.com. Be sure to subscribe to the WIRED Politics Lab newsletter here.

Mentioned this week:

The Far Right Is Already Demonizing Kamala Harris by David Gilbert 

This Is the Moment RFK Jr. Has Been Waiting For  by Vittoria Elliot

Unwelcome at the Debate, RFK Jr.’s Star Shines on TikTok Live by Makena Kelly

Conspiracy Theorists Aren’t Even Bothering With Biden’s Debate Performance by David Gilbert



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The Kamala Harris Conspiracies Are Here

The Kamala Harris Conspiracies Are Here

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