
Vice President Kamala Harris is launching an all-out war on gun owners and semi-automatic weapons, but it turns out she owned one. Or at least, she claimed to have owned one back in 2019.
At a glance:
- Kamala Harris revealed during a “60 Minutes” interview that she owns and has fired a semiautomatic Glock pistol.
- Harris first mentioned owning a firearm in 2019, responding to criticism over her gun control policies.
- The revelation comes amid accusations from Donald Trump that Harris seeks to confiscate Americans’ guns, a charge she denies.
In a recent interview on “60 Minutes,” Democrat presidential candidate Kamala Harris confirmed that she owns a semiautomatic Glock pistol and has used it at a shooting range. This revelation is significant as Harris has been a strong advocate for gun control measures, yet she has mentioned her personal gun ownership on several occasions since 2019.
Harris, who was previously the Attorney General of California, stated, “I have a Glock, and I’ve had it for quite some time,” when asked by interviewer Bill Whitaker what kind of firearm she owns. Harris further explained, “My background is in law enforcement. And so there you go.”
Her ownership of a Glock pistol was first mentioned during her 2019 campaign for the Democratic nomination, a time when she faced significant criticism for her strict gun control policies. During that time, she also expressed opposition to arming teachers as a solution for school safety. Recently, she reiterated her position as a gun owner during an interview with Oprah Winfrey in September 2024, which garnered significant media attention.
When pressed about whether she had ever used the firearm, Harris responded, “Of course I have. At a shooting range. Yes, of course, I have.” This admission came after Harris made comments in her interview with Oprah, joking that if someone broke into her house, they would “get shot.”
The vice president’s ownership of a Glock, a firearm frequently associated with law enforcement and widely used across the country, has drawn attention. And rightly so. Glocks are known for being semiautomatic pistols that take detachable magazines, a feature that has been vilified by gun control advocates in recent years. Despite this, Harris continues to walk the line between advocating for stricter gun control and acknowledging her own gun ownership.
Harris’ remarks about gun ownership come at a time when she faces criticism from Republicans, particularly former President Donald Trump, who has accused her of wanting to confiscate Americans’ guns. During a previous debate, Trump accused Harris of wanting to infringe on Second Amendment rights. However, Harris has firmly denied those accusations, stating, “I’m a gun owner,” and adding that both she and her running mate, Tim Walz, are responsible gun owners.
As the 2024 election approaches, Harris’ handling of the gun debate, along with other hot-button issues such as immigration and the economy, will continue to play a central role in shaping her campaign.
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