By MELISSA GOLDIN and DAVID KLEPPER | Associated Press
The announcement that Vice President Kamala Harris will seek the Democratic nomination for president is inspiring a wave of false claims about her eligibility and her background. Some first emerged years ago, while others only surfaced after President Joe Biden’s decision to end his bid for a second term.
Here’s a look at the facts.
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CLAIM: Harris is not an American citizen and therefore cannot serve as commander in chief.