Jill Biden’s apparent cold shoulder for Kamala Harris ignites social media
Social media exploded with speculation and commentary after a video surfaced showing what many perceived as first lady Jill Biden giving Vice President Kamala Harris an icy reception at Arlington Cemetery. As Harris and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff approached their seats, Biden appeared to ignore Harris and kept her gaze straight ahead, wearing dark sunglasses.
Conservative commentators like Steve Cortes and Andy Ngo were quick to share their thoughts on the interaction, with some suggesting that there may be tension between the two women. Italian journalist Leonardo Panetta even weighed in, describing the moment as Biden “ignoring” Harris after her defeat in the recent election.
The incident drew international attention, with many online users interpreting the interaction as a sign of discord within the Democratic Party. Some likened the situation to a scene from a TV show, with one commentator jokingly referencing a rivalry from ‘The Golden Girls’.
While the first lady reportedly greeted Emhoff warmly, her stoic demeanor towards Harris raised eyebrows given their previous public displays of camaraderie during the campaign. Biden had spoken about her bond with Harris over shared experiences of loss and other connections.
Despite the speculation on social media, the first lady has a scheduled appearance at a gala in Philadelphia, where she will deliver remarks for an organization preparing for America’s semiquincentennial celebration next year. Representatives for both Biden and Harris have yet to comment on the incident.
The video of the interaction at Arlington Cemetery has sparked debate and intrigue online, with many questioning the dynamics between the first and second families. As speculation continues to swirl, it remains to be seen whether this incident will have any lasting impact on the relationship between Jill Biden and Kamala Harris.
