Donald Trump launched a scathing critique of the Biden administration's economic policies during a speech in Asheville, North Carolina, as he targeted Vice President Kamala Harris just days before she is set to unveil her plan for addressing living costs. Trump accused Harris and President Biden of causing severe economic harm, claiming that their policies have led to high inflation and the erosion of the middle class, although his remarks were criticized for lacking specifics.

Trump warned that Harris's election would trigger another Great Depression, contrasting his promise to boost wages and make the country more affordable. Despite acknowledging a slight improvement in inflation, Trump accused Harris of failing the American people economically.

Harris, who recently replaced Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee, is preparing to announce her economic plan, focusing on reducing costs for middle-class families and tackling corporate price gouging. The vice president has seen a surge in support, leading Trump in most battleground states, with her campaign emphasizing a commitment to rebuilding the middle class.

In his speech, Trump also made various unfounded claims and resorted to personal attacks on Harris, calling her "incompetent" and criticizing her policies, despite her disavowal of some of the positions he attributed to her. As he faces growing pressure to focus on substantive issues rather than insults, Trump made a vague promise to reduce energy costs but provided little detail on how he would address economic challenges.

Harris's upcoming policy speech is expected to outline her vision for making life more affordable for Americans, particularly in areas such as healthcare, housing, and groceries, as she positions herself as a champion of the middle class.