Vice President Kamala Harris encountered an awkward moment during the swearing-in ceremony for U.S. senators when Bruce Fischer, husband of Republican Senator Deb Fischer, seemingly refused to shake her hand. The incident, caught on video, has since gone viral, igniting heated debates across social media.
The Viral Moment
The swearing-in ceremony took place on Friday, with Harris approaching Senator Deb Fischer and her husband Bruce for the oath-taking process. In the video, Bruce can be seen holding a cane in one hand and a Bible in the other. As Harris extended her hand, she attempted to lighten the mood, joking, “It’s okay, I won’t bite.”
GOP Senator Deb Fischer’s husband, Bruce, refuses to shake Vice President Kamala Harris’s hand after her swearing-in. Truly classless. pic.twitter.com/a0ZQuDV0t0
— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) January 6, 2025
Despite her remark, Bruce Fischer smiled briefly but did not make eye contact or shake her hand. Instead, he offered a polite “thank you” and slipped his other hand into his pocket, leaving Harris visibly taken aback as she raised an eyebrow toward the camera.
Social Media Reactions
The moment sparked a flurry of reactions online:
- Criticism: Liberals condemned the act as disrespectful, with one user commenting, “Truly classless. Is it because she’s a woman or because she’s Black?” Another expressed embarrassment as a Nebraskan, saying, “This is NOT who we are.”
- Defenses: Conservatives and some neutral observers defended Bruce, citing his cane, adherence to COVID protocols, or personal discomfort as potential reasons for not shaking hands.
Despite the explanations, the incident has fueled political tensions, with opposing sides interpreting the gesture through partisan lenses.
Trump’s Inauguration 2025 Details Announced
In other news, Congress certified Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 U.S. presidential election on January 6, with no objections raised. The ceremony was attended by Vice President Kamala Harris and Senator J.D. Vance, among other officials.
Inauguration Schedule:
- Date: January 20, 2025
- Location: In front of the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.
- Event Details: Donald Trump will take the presidential oath, administered by Chief Justice John Roberts. Before Trump’s swearing-in, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance will take his oath.
Victory Rally:
A celebratory event titled “Make America Great Again” will kick off on January 19 at 3 p.m. at the Capital One Arena. The rally is expected to draw significant crowds, emphasizing Trump’s return to the presidency.
