Mark Cuban recently took to social media to support Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been facing criticism following her interview with Bret Baier on Fox News.
The interview, conducted on October 16 in Pennsylvania, is particularly significant with the upcoming 2024 election just weeks away. Conservative commentators, including those aligned with Donald Trump, have lambasted Harris, with some suggesting she struggled during the interview. Notably, Megyn Kelly remarked that Baier appeared to “take charge” as Harris came off as “incapable.”
As an avid supporter of Harris and a notable critic of Trump, Cuban spoke out on X (formerly Twitter), stating that Harris did a commendable job, as she “understood and responded to each question.” He praised her for providing context and examples of policies while confidently engaging with Baier.
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Cuban highlighted how Harris maintained her composure even when Baier pressed her hard, saying, “She didn’t call him names, quit the interview, or make excuses about tough questions.” He commended her for not resorting to name-calling or playing the victim—qualities he feels differentiate her from Trump.
He further noted that while Trump has been campaigning for nearly a decade, Harris has notably caught up in a short time, saying, “That speaks volumes.” Cuban concluded by asserting that Harris embodies qualities that her opponent lacks: strength, intelligence, and a measured approach.
Supporters of Harris on X echoed Cuban’s sentiments, with one senior advisor describing the interview as an “ambush,” while CNN’s Brian Stelter remarked that it was likely the most challenging interview Harris had encountered. He suggested that viewers would see this as a display of her toughness and resilience.
During the interview, Harris and Baier clashed over various topics, including immigration, transgender rights, and Trump’s calls to “lock people up.” This appearance came after Harris received criticism for not participating in enough direct interviews with media, particularly from Republican critics.