'It's Truly Insane': Ron DeSantis Launches Brutal Attack On Kamala Harris's Economic Plan

 

Ron DeSantis

During a press briefing in Sarasota, Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis launched a scathing critique of Vice President Kamala Harris's economic policy proposals. His remarks were part of a broader discussion that also included the announcement of “Activate Hope,” an expansion of the Hope Florida initiative to aid Floridians recovering from disasters. However, DeSantis’s sharpest comments were reserved for Harris's recent economic plans.

DeSantis began by addressing the current economic challenges facing the nation, particularly the high interest rates and soaring grocery costs. He blamed these issues on the federal government's excessive borrowing, printing, and spending, which he said were exacerbated by policies that Harris had a direct hand in shaping.

"The fact is the biggest issue we have to deal with is the high cost of groceries and all those things that were facilitated by the federal government borrowing, printing, and spending ungodly sums of money," DeSantis stated. He specifically criticized Harris for her suggestion that price gouging by corporations was to blame for rising grocery costs and her proposal to implement price controls to combat it.

DeSantis warned that such price controls could lead to disastrous outcomes. "If they do that, we're going to end up having breadlines just to be able to get food at the supermarket. It is a truly insane policy," he said, describing the proposal as an act of desperation. He also pointed out Harris’s role in passing key legislation during the Biden administration, including casting the tiebreaking vote for the 2021 stimulus package and the Inflation Reduction Act, both of which he argued contributed to the current economic woes.

One of DeSantis’s most pointed criticisms was directed at Harris’s plan to tax unrealized capital gains at 25%. He explained that this would unfairly target homeowners whose property values have increased, forcing them to pay taxes on gains they have not yet realized. "Can you imagine if you had to do that? You buy a house for $500,000, and then the next year it's gone up to $550,000, and you've got to write a check for a portion of that and just send it to the government," DeSantis said. He argued that such a policy would be devastating, particularly for Florida, where property values have significantly increased in recent years.

DeSantis also criticized the broader implications of taxing unrealized gains, suggesting it would stifle investment and lead to economic depression. He concluded by labeling Harris’s economic policies as “truly imbecilic and insane,” and described her as a candidate who is "vapid" and more known for "word salads" than tangible accomplishments.

The governor’s remarks are likely to resonate with his supporters, especially in Florida, where he has positioned himself as a defender of economic freedom and a critic of federal overreach. As the 2024 election approaches, DeSantis’s strong opposition to Harris’s economic proposals is expected to be a key talking point in his campaign.