September 10th 2024.
A group of retired senior military commanders have come forward to endorse US Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming presidential election. These leaders, known as the National Security Leaders for America, have expressed their concerns about the possibility of former President Donald Trump returning to the White House.
In a letter signed by 10 retired officers, they make it clear that Harris is the most qualified candidate to be the commander-in-chief of the country. They go on to describe Trump as a threat to national security and democracy. This endorsement comes as the country prepares for the highly anticipated debate between Harris and Trump on Wednesday.
The retired commanders highlight Harris's experience and competence in handling some of the most pressing defense and security challenges of our time. From standing up to Russia's aggression in Ukraine to working with allies in the Indo-Pacific region against China's provocative actions, Harris has consistently shown her strong leadership skills. She has also been instrumental in advancing US leadership in areas such as space and artificial intelligence.
The retired commanders also criticize the Trump administration for their chaotic handling of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. They point to a deal made between American and Taliban officials during Trump's presidency, which resulted in the release of 5000 militant fighters. This decision put US service members and allies at risk and hindered the Biden-Harris administration's efforts to execute a more orderly withdrawal.
Trump and other Republican politicians have used the Afghanistan pull-out as a talking point during this year's presidential campaign, targeting Harris and her running mate, Joe Biden. In a controversial move, Trump recently visited Arlington National Cemetery to honor the 13 US armed forces members who lost their lives in the Kabul airport bombing. However, his campaign's use of video and images from the visit was condemned by the US Army for violating rules against political activity on the sacred grounds.
The chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan marked the end of nearly two decades of US and allied occupation, which was initially launched to eliminate the al-Qaeda militants responsible for the 9/11 attacks. The Taliban, who had given refuge to al-Qaeda's leader Osama bin Laden, quickly overthrew the Afghan government and military that the US had spent trillions of dollars building to prevent the country from becoming a base for anti-Western extremists.
Harris and Trump will face each other in a televised presidential debate on Tuesday, and the country is eagerly waiting to see how the two candidates will address these critical issues. In the meantime, stay updated on all the latest breaking news, celebrity updates, and sports news by joining our WhatsApp channel, where your privacy is respected, and your details are kept confidential.
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