• Kamala Harris criticized Trump's tariffs as "reckless" in her first major speech after losing the 2024 election.
• She claims the tariffs could lead to recession and have already harmed American workers and families.
• The speech was part of Emerge America's gala, supporting women in politics, and took place in San Francisco.
• Harris hinted at a possible run for California governor in 2026 as she contemplates her political future.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her first significant speech since losing the presidential election, sharply criticizing President Trump's tariff policies. Speaking in San Francisco at the Emerge America gala, she described the current economic situation as “the greatest man-made economic crisis in modern presidential history,” stating that Trump's tariffs are “clearly inviting a recession” and exacerbating the plight of American workers. Harris emphasized that these policies are raising costs for families and "devastating the retirement accounts that people spent a lifetime paying into," according to CBS News, NPR, HuffPost, and SFGATE.

During her address, which coincided with the 100-day mark of Trump's presidency, Harris noted the impact of these tariffs on everyday life and the economy. "Some people are describing what’s been happening in recent months as absolute chaos," she said, adding that the tariffs could paralyze American businesses and force layoffs. The U.S. Commerce Department reported a shrinkage in Gross Domestic Product by 0.3% in the first quarter of the year, further supporting her claims regarding the economic repercussions of Trump's trade policies. Harris called for courage among Americans, asserting, "Courage is contagious," in light of the challenges posed by the current administration, according to NPR, HuffPost, and SFGATE.

Considered a potential candidate for the California governorship in 2026, Harris refrained from outright political declarations yet acknowledged collective resilience among citizens against Trump's administration. "But we are ready for it," she declared, rallying the audience to brace for tougher times ahead. Her engagement at this event reignites interest in her future role in politics, particularly in light of the support she receives among Democrats as potential elections approach, according to CBS News, NPR, HuffPost, and SFGATE.