One media outlet is under fire for attempting to downplay Vice President Kamala Harris’s role in the ongoing border crisis as she transitions to a presidential candidate. Axios recently published an article asserting that Harris was never actually designated as the “border czar,” a title frequently used in reference to her in the past.
The post on X (formerly Twitter) was quickly flagged by users who noted that Axios itself had previously referred to Harris by that title in earlier articles. This led to an update in the story, where the outlet acknowledged their earlier use of the term. The editor’s note read, “Editor’s note: This article has been updated and clarified to note that Axios was among the news outlets that incorrectly labeled Harris a ‘border czar’ in 2021.”
According to Axios, Harris’s assignment was not to manage the border directly but to address the root causes of migration from Latin America. However, this explanation conflicts with earlier reports, such as one from NBC, which described her role as focusing on solving the immigration crisis at the border.
Critics on social media were quick to accuse the outlet of journalistic dishonesty, pointing out the inconsistency and attempting to alter the narrative around Harris’s responsibilities and performance on the immigration issue.
This episode highlights the contentious nature of Harris’s tenure in addressing border security and immigration. As she steps into the spotlight as a presidential candidate, the scrutiny over her past roles and effectiveness is likely to intensify. Voters and political commentators alike are watching closely to see how this narrative unfolds and what it means for her candidacy.
