Kamala Harris Fires Back at Trump: ‘There’s No Such Thing as a Little Job’

In an exclusive interview with MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle, Vice President Kamala Harris pushed back against a peculiar character attack from former President Donald Trump, who has claimed that Harris lied about working at McDonald’s during her student years. Harris, who often reflects on her early work experience, made it clear that she sees value in all jobs, no matter how big or small.

Ruhle began the interview by broaching the subject of job size, asking Harris, “I want to ask you about a little job and a big job.” Before Ruhle could continue, Harris jumped in with a laugh, “There’s no little job. There’s no such thing as a little job.”

Harris Defends McDonald’s Work Experience

Ruhle then referenced Trump’s strange claim that Harris had fabricated her time working at McDonald’s. To add humor to the situation, Ruhle quoted the famous McDonald’s jingle: “At any point in your life have you served two all-beef patties—” Harris, laughing, joined in, completing the line, “—special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions—on a sesame seed bun?”

Ruhle then pressed for clarification, asking, “Working at McDonald’s? Yes or no, that’s it.” “I have,” Harris responded, “But it was not a small job.”

Harris was quick to emphasize that her time at McDonald’s, like any other job, was valuable and meaningful. She challenged the notion that working in fast food or similar roles should be looked down upon or used as an insult. Her personal experience, she implied, gives her a unique perspective on the struggles that many American workers face.

A Challenge to Trump’s Perspective

Before Ruhle could transition to a discussion about Harris’ “big job” as Vice President, Harris paused to address the underlying message behind Trump’s attack. “The reason I even talk about having worked at McDonald’s is because there are people who work at McDonald’s in our country trying to raise a family,” she said.

Harris took the opportunity to draw a sharp contrast between her values and those of Trump, without naming him directly. “I think part of the difference between me and my opponent includes our perspective on the needs of the American people. And what our responsibility then is to meet those needs.”

Her comment underscores a key theme of her campaign and political philosophy: that leadership involves understanding and addressing the challenges faced by ordinary Americans, including those working in service industry jobs that are often overlooked or undervalued.

“No Job Is Too Small” Mentality

Harris’ remarks resonate in a country where many workers, especially those in service industries like fast food, struggle with low wages and difficult working conditions. Her insistence that “there’s no such thing as a little job” is a reminder of the dignity in all forms of work and reflects her broader campaign message about inclusivity and understanding the everyday American experience.

By addressing this attack from Trump head-on and reasserting the importance of all jobs, Harris not only defended her own work history but also uplifted the millions of Americans who work in industries that are often stigmatized. This, Harris argued, is what truly sets her apart from her opponent: an appreciation for the dignity of every worker and a commitment to addressing the needs of the many, not just the privileged few.