United States, Aug 29(v7n)- Vice President Kamala Harris is set to give her first interview since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee, alongside her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. This highly anticipated interview will air on CNN at 9:00 PM ET on Thursday, during a campaign trip to Georgia. The interview comes after weeks of criticism from Republicans, who have accused Harris of avoiding tough questions and using Walz as a "human shield" to deflect scrutiny.Harris's spokesman, Ian Sams, defended the joint interview format, noting that it is a tradition for candidates to appear together during election years. He pointed out that similar interviews have been conducted in the past, including those featuring former President Donald Trump and his running mate Mike Pence.The timing of this interview is crucial, as it follows President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race on July 21, which has thrust Harris into the spotlight. Critics have highlighted her limited interactions with the media since then, suggesting that her absence from the press has left voters in the dark about her policies and positions.Harris's previous media engagements have been sparse, and her reputation for gaffes in unscripted settings has added pressure to this upcoming interview. The stakes are high, especially with the first debate against Trump scheduled for September 10. This interview will be a significant opportunity for Harris to articulate her vision and defend her record as she navigates the final stretch of the campaign leading up to the election.As the political landscape intensifies, all eyes will be on Harris and Walz as they seek to energize their base and address the criticisms that have emerged during their campaign