Trump to Headline Sold-Out Al Smith Charity Dinner as Harris Sends Pre-Recorded Video Message
Vice President Kamala Harris will address the Al Smith charity dinner via a pre-recorded video message on Thursday night, while former President Donald Trump will attend in person. This year’s event marks a break with tradition, as Harris is the first presidential candidate in 40 years to not physically attend the dinner, which raises millions of dollars for Catholic charities. Trump’s attendance is notable, given his past experiences with the event, including a contentious appearance in 2016 where he criticized Hillary Clinton. The dinner, emceed by comedian Jim Gaffigan, aims to promote civility and patriotism, despite the current political tensions.
