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In a reflection on the events surrounding the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, Vice President Kamala Harris's involvement has resurfaced in public discourse. The withdrawal, which marked a significant point in President Joe Biden's administration, has been scrutinized for its execution and aftermath.

Vice President Harris acknowledged her role during an interview with CNN’s Dana Bash on "State of the Union." She confirmed being "the last person in the room" before President Biden decided to withdraw all U.S. troops by September 11, 2021. In defense of the decision, Harris stated: “This is a president who has an extraordinary amount of courage,” and emphasized that Biden made decisions based on his convictions about what was right.

The discussion around this topic has intensified as some media outlets attempt to reframe historical narratives. Critics highlight Harris's participation in what they describe as a flawed process that led to negative outcomes for American service members.

A video clip circulating online captures Bash questioning Harris about her comfort level with being involved in such significant decisions. When asked if she felt comfortable being the last person consulted before major decisions like Afghanistan were made, Harris affirmed: “I do.”

As political commentators analyze these past actions, some argue that attempts to position Harris similarly to former President Obama may face challenges due to her association with controversial aspects of the current administration.