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741 National Security Leaders Endorse Kamala Harris, Denounce Trump

A bipartisan group of former military and security officials argue Harris is prepared and strategic, while Trump is impulsive and unfit.

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally at the Alliant Energy Center on September 20, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Scott Olson / Getty Images)
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Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris boarding Air Force Two, Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, near Philadelphia International Airport, in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Overview

  • National Security Leaders for America released a letter signed by 741 former officials endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for President.
  • The signatories include retired generals, admirals, ambassadors, and former defense secretaries from both Democratic and Republican administrations.
  • The letter emphasizes a choice between 'serious leadership and vengeful impulsiveness' and criticizes Trump's approach to national security.
  • Endorsers argue Harris has demonstrated effective leadership and the ability to advance American national security interests.
  • Critics of the letter claim it represents the interests of the military-industrial complex and accuse the signatories of profiting from endless wars.