Vice President Kamala Harris, during a joint campaign event with President Biden in Pennsylvania, reiterated the administration’s opposition to the sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel. Speaking before union members in Pittsburgh, Harris emphasized the importance of maintaining American ownership and operation of the historic steel company, echoing Biden’s stance. The rally marked their first joint appearance at a campaign event since Harris was endorsed as Biden’s running mate. While Harris has presented herself as a “new way forward,” she remains loyal to Biden and his policies, including expanding government programs to support the middle class.
Addressing the crowd, Biden praised Harris as the only “rational” choice for president and highlighted her support for union workers. Harris, who also campaigned in Detroit on Labor Day, emphasized the contributions of unions to American workers and economic prosperity. Their opposition to the Nippon Steel sale aligns with Biden’s broader stance on protecting American steelworkers and expanding tariffs on imported Chinese steel.
Despite U.S. Steel’s commitment to the sale with Nippon Steel, Harris and union representatives have voiced concerns about potential negative impacts on workers and national security. Nippon Steel, however, believes the acquisition will benefit American workers and revitalize the steel industry. Overall, Harris’ campaign focuses on key issues such as lowering healthcare costs, expanding the economy, and addressing inflation.
As Harris continues to campaign alongside Biden, her positions on various policy issues reaffirm the administration’s priorities. Her efforts to appeal to a broad range of voters highlight her commitment to advancing key Democratic initiatives while also maintaining her individual leadership style.
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