At a rally in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Vice President Kamala Harris showcased her quick wit while addressing a group of hecklers on Thursday, October 17. As protesters interrupted her speech, Harris seized the moment with humor, quipping, "You're at the wrong rally," which drew laughter and applause from her supporters.
As the crowd continued to cheer, she waved toward the hecklers and added, "I think you meant to go to the smaller one down the street," eliciting even louder applause and reinforcing her connection with the audience. This playful jab referenced an ongoing debate over crowd sizes between Harris and former President Donald Trump, who often claims his events attract larger audiences.
The exchange has ignited discussions about crowd sizes on the campaign trail, prompting former President Barack Obama to join in with some humorous commentary of his own.
While Harris was rallying supporters in Wisconsin, Trump was reportedly in New York, and fellow Republican J.D. Vance held an event in Pennsylvania, leaving Harris as the sole major political figure in Wisconsin at that time.
Wisconsin remains a crucial battleground for the upcoming presidential election, having narrowly swung to President Joe Biden in 2020 after Trump secured it in 2016. With its 10 electoral votes at stake, the state is poised to play a pivotal role in the 2024 race