During a debate, Vice President Kamala Harris displayed assertiveness through body language, setting the tone and getting under former President Donald Trump’s skin. Trump became unnerved, going off on tangents and growing visibly agitated. Harris used facial expressions and direct camera contact to convey her message that Trump is in it for himself. Despite some Republicans criticizing Harris for not providing clear answers, many acknowledged her ability to provoke Trump. Some Republicans found Harris’ facial expressions off-putting, while others praised Trump’s initial strength and eventual comeback after a commercial break. Trump criticized the size of Harris’ rallies and accused her, without evidence, of paying people to attend. The debate included moments of tension, with Trump referencing a muted microphone incident from a previous election. Democratic observers praised Harris’ performance, with one strategist comparing it to a “flat-out whipping,” and noting that they had never seen Trump backpedal like this. Ultimately, Harris demonstrated a significant shift from President Joe Biden’s previous debate performance, emphasizing the importance of body language and direct communication with the audience.
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Harris provokes Trump with smirks and head shakes using the split-screen format
