Kamala Harris Reflects on Her McDonald’s Experience and Economic Vision in Candid Interview

In her first exclusive interview since being endorsed by President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris opened up about her time working at McDonald’s during her college years and shared her economic outlook for the nation. Speaking with MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle after a speech at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Harris emphasized how her background gives her a unique connection to everyday Americans.

When Ruhle brought up polls suggesting voters believe Donald Trump would handle the economy better, Harris responded by pointing out her personal experience working at McDonald's as a student, something she believes differentiates her from Trump. “I worked there as a kid,” Harris said, explaining that her hands-on experience in the fast food industry has shaped her understanding of the challenges many Americans face today.

Ruhle jokingly asked if Harris had ever served "two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, on a sesame seed bun," to which Harris quipped, “On a sesame seed bun? But I did fries.”

Shifting to a more serious tone, Harris discussed how working at McDonald’s highlighted the struggles of many families trying to make ends meet. “There are people working there today who are trying to raise families. That experience gave me a perspective on the real needs of American people and our responsibility to meet those needs,” she added.

During the interview, Harris also criticized Donald Trump’s claims of being a “protector” of women, accusing him of instead punishing women through his policies. Citing his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, Harris highlighted how Trump appointed three Supreme Court justices who played a crucial role in dismantling reproductive rights. “As a result, in state after state, laws are being passed that punish women, leading to heartbreaking stories, including a recent case where a young mother of a 6-year-old died. These are tragic consequences for families across the country,” Harris lamented.

Throughout the interview, Harris emphasized the stark contrast between her approach and that of her opponent, stressing that her own life experiences make her more attuned to the struggles of average Americans.