As the highly anticipated showdown between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris looms, there’s a growing sense that Tuesday’s debate will resemble a high-stakes Super Bowl. But let’s be real—this isn’t just a regular game of politics. It’s a brawl. And if there’s one thing you can bet on, it’s that Kamala Harris is ready to beat Trump at his own game.
While some of Trump’s allies are praying for him to keep his cool, the odds of that happening seem slim. Trump’s bombastic, off-the-cuff style might have worked in previous debates, but going up against someone like Harris—who’s proven herself more than capable of delivering sharp, brutal critiques—puts him in dangerous territory. Republicans like Newt Gingrich and Lindsey Graham have been practically begging Trump to stick to the issues and avoid personal attacks. But let’s be honest: Trump can’t resist.
He’s already dismissed advice to refrain from hurling insults, claiming he’s “entitled” to go personal, especially after being criticized for questioning Harris’ racial identity. And it’s not just Harris he’s targeting. Trump’s also taken shots at the debate’s moderators, calling ABC the “worst network in terms of fairness.” The stage is set for Trump to lash out if he feels cornered, and that’s exactly what his advisers fear.
Kamala Harris, on the other hand, is ready for battle. Republicans like Rob Stutzman and Newt Gingrich remember how ruthless she was during her time in the Senate, especially in the Brett Kavanaugh hearings. And that’s exactly the energy she’s bringing to this debate. Harris doesn’t need to play nice—she just needs to show that she’s ready to lead, and that’s a job she’s been doing while Trump’s been trying to reclaim the spotlight he lost after his presidency.
While Trump’s camp tries to paint Harris as unprepared or too liberal, the truth is, Trump’s the one who should be nervous. He’s facing an opponent who’s not only capable of going toe-to-toe with him on the issues but can also handle the personal barbs he’s likely to throw her way. And Harris isn’t someone who’s going to be rattled by Trump’s usual tactics. In fact, if there’s anyone who can bait Trump into showing his worst self, it’s her.
Trump’s allies might be worried about him losing his cool, but they’re missing the point. Trump’s strategy of personal attacks might have worked against others, but against Harris, it’s likely to backfire. She’s sharp, she’s prepared, and she knows exactly how to expose Trump’s weaknesses. While Trump might be banking on his base to cheer for his usual antics, the broader audience wants to see someone who can lead with dignity—and that’s where Harris has the edge.
In the end, the debate may come down to who can stay composed under pressure. Harris has already proven she’s more than capable of handling whatever Trump throws her way. For Trump, this is his chance to regain ground, but it’s looking more and more like Harris is ready to run right over him.
Whether Trump can rise to the occasion remains to be seen—but one thing’s for sure: Harris is ready to kick his ass!
