Special Poll
- Chris Wallace on Trump’s Fitness and Impact on Harris:
- CNN host Chris Wallace noted that concerns about former President Trump’s physical and mental fitness are now benefiting Vice President Kamala Harris.
- Wallace said, “What once worked in Trump’s favor against President Biden, regarding age and fitness, is now turning against Trump in favor of Harris.”
- Trump’s Age vs. Harris’s Age:
- Trump, currently 78, would be the oldest U.S. president ever if elected again. In contrast, Harris will turn 60 on Sunday.
- Harris’s campaign has focused on Trump’s age and health, pointing to his recent decision to cancel interviews. A Democratic campaign video shared on social media highlighted Trump’s exhaustion as a concern for his fitness for the presidency.
- Trump Campaign’s Response:
- In response to Wallace’s remarks, Trump campaign spokesperson Steven Cheung criticized Wallace and defended Trump, calling him the “strongest and most capable candidate.”
- Cheung also attacked Harris and Biden, claiming Trump has more energy and stamina than any other political figure.
- Trump’s Rally and Speech Patterns:
- Wallace’s comments came after Trump cut questions short at a Pennsylvania rally earlier this week, opting to play music for the audience instead.
- According to an analysis by The New York Times, Trump’s speech content has shifted over the years. He now uses 32 percent more negative language than in 2016, and his speeches last longer, averaging 82 minutes compared to 45 minutes during his first presidential run.
- Changes in Trump’s Communication Style:
- The New York Times report also noted that Trump’s use of swear words has increased by 69 percent since his first White House bids, suggesting potential cognitive change or decline.
Wallace’s observations come as both campaigns grapple with questions about age and fitness, which have become central topics in the lead-up to the next presidential election.