Harris Slams Trump’s State of the Union as “Full of Lies,” Warns on Economy, Voting Rights and Iran

Washington, Feb 2026 : Former US Vice President Kamala Harris has launched a scathing attack on President Donald Trump following his latest State of the Union address, accusing him of misleading Americans on critical issues ranging from the economy and healthcare to voting rights and foreign policy toward Iran.

Speaking a day after the address on “The Parnas Perspective,” hosted by Aaron Parnas on his Substack show, Harris said she watched Trump’s speech in full and found it disconnected from the lived realities of ordinary Americans. “I watched it. It was full of lies,” Harris said bluntly, adding that when the President was not, in her view, misrepresenting facts, his remarks resembled “our kids going to show and tell at school.”

Harris firmly rejected Trump’s claim that the “state of the union is strong,” arguing that such an assessment ignores the daily struggles faced by millions of families. “Absolutely not,” she said. “So many are suffering under the weight of high prices, unaffordable health care, and unaffordable housing.” According to Harris, the administration’s rhetoric stands in stark contrast to conditions on the ground, particularly for low- and middle-income Americans.

To underscore her point, Harris recounted recent visits to several southern states, where she said she witnessed deep economic hardship. She described meeting a mother in Mississippi who manages a weekly grocery budget of just $150 for a family of four. “Anything that was in the cart was going to be for her kids,” Harris said, recalling that the woman told her she would eat “whatever they don’t eat.” Harris added that the mother was forced to buy bottled water because the tap water in her community was unsafe to drink. “She walked over to get bottled water because she can’t drink tap water because the water is brown and toxic. This is America,” Harris said, calling the situation unacceptable in a developed nation.

The former Vice President also criticised what she described as the administration’s skewed spending priorities. She took aim at proposed cuts to social welfare programmes, particularly Medicaid, while highlighting tax relief for the wealthiest Americans. “Who’s it roaring for when you put a $1 trillion cut to Medicaid?” Harris asked. “Meanwhile, a $1 trillion tax cut for the richest people in America. That’s what’s happening in our country right now.” She argued that such policies deepen inequality and leave vulnerable populations with fewer protections.

On voting rights, Harris strongly opposed the SAVE Act, which Trump has urged Congress to pass. She warned that the measure would place new barriers on voter registration by requiring proof such as a birth certificate or passport. “Absolutely not,” she said, claiming that a significant portion of Americans do not possess these documents. Harris characterised the proposal as part of broader efforts to suppress voter participation. “We are witnessing attempts to suppress and obstruct the ability of people to vote,” she said, warning that “powerful forces” are “intentionally attempting to destroy our democracy and the voice of the people.”

Turning to foreign policy, Harris raised serious concerns about escalating tensions with Iran. She criticised Trump’s past claims that Iran’s nuclear programme had been completely dismantled, calling those assertions “complete and utter BS.” Harris warned that the deployment of additional American troops to the region carried a “very real potential” of armed conflict. “The American people do not want another war and do not want our sons and daughters sent to initiate action that is and can be avoided,” she said. She also noted that key US allies reportedly disagree with the administration’s approach, cautioning that strained alliances could undermine national security.

Asked about the 2024 presidential election, which Trump won, Harris acknowledged personal regrets but said her focus has shifted. “Oh, I have many regrets. I mean, I wrote a book about it,” she said, before adding that her priority now is addressing the country’s current challenges rather than dwelling on past outcomes.

The State of the Union is an annual speech delivered by the President to a joint session of Congress, outlining legislative priorities and offering an assessment of the nation’s condition. Traditionally, it sets the tone for domestic and foreign policy debates in the months ahead.

Looking forward, the 2026 midterm elections are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the political landscape. The elections will determine control of Congress and are widely viewed as a referendum on the sitting President’s agenda, with far-reaching implications for US domestic policy and its role on the global stage.

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