Since Kamala Harris took office as Vice President, her husband Doug Emhoff has made several media appearances to show his seemingly unwavering support for her. During a Psaki,” the former White House Press Secretary asked Emhoff about his perceived role in reshaping the traditional definition of masculinity.
Psaki asked, “Has that been an evolution for you? Do you think that’s part of the role you might play as a first gentleman?” Emhoff responded by saying, “I’ve always been like this, my dad was like this and to me it’s the right thing to do, support women.”
But is it really the right thing to do? Or is Emhoff simply trying to boost his own political image by following his wife’s lead? The truth is, Emhoff’s sudden interest in advocating for women’s rights seems hypocritical when considering his alleged past infidelity and lack of accountability.
As the Daily Mail reported in August, Emhoff allegedly had an affair in 2009 with his young daughter’s nanny while still married to his first wife, Kerstin. The nanny, who also taught at his daughter’s private school, allegedly became pregnant as a result of the affair. While Emhoff confirmed the affair to CNN, he did not address the alleged pregnancy.
Instead, Emhoff chose to shift the blame to his first marriage, stating, “During my first marriage, Kerstin and I went through some tough times on account of my actions.”
It’s convenient for Emhoff to claim that his infidelity occurred during a troubled time in his marriage, but it’s not an excuse for his actions. It also raises questions about his character and integrity. How can he claim to support women’s rights when he seemingly disregards the well-being of a woman he was involved with?
Furthermore, Emhoff’s sudden shift to advocating for women raises suspicions about his true intentions. Is he truly passionate about promoting gender equality, or is he trying to gain political points by riding on his wife’s coattails? It’s worth noting that Emhoff’s newfound interest in women’s rights aligns with Harris’ controversial abortion tour, suggesting that his actions may simply be a move to further her agenda.
Moreover, Emhoff’s remarks about supporting women lifting up families and the economy conveniently ignore the realities of the post-Dobbs hellscape that Harris and President Biden have created. Their administration has attacked the rights of the unborn, sought to fund abortions with taxpayer money, and championed the dehumanization of women by treating them as mere vessels for reproductive rights.
Emhoff’s perceived evolution in reshaping masculinity seems more like a political ploy than genuine activism. His alleged past behavior and lack of accountability call into question his true intentions, and his support for his wife’s controversial agenda raises even more red flags. Americans deserve leaders who truly prioritize the well-being and rights of women, not just those who claim to do so for political gain.