Harris claims she made clear her stance on fracking in 2020, but a transcript shows a different story.

In her first interview since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris reiterated her stance on fracking, stating that she would not ban it if elected, as she had made her position clear during the 2020 election.

"I made it clear on the debate stage in 2020 that I would not ban fracking, and as vice president, I did not ban it. As president, I will not ban it," Harris stated.

On her first day in office, Harris stated that she was in favor of banning fracking before dropping her presidential bid in 2019 and joining Biden's ticket.

"What can we do on day one to address public lands? And while legislation is necessary, I've already taken on this issue in California and have a history of working on it. The residual impact of fracking on communities' health and safety is enormous."

During her run as Biden's vice presidential pick, Harris was "clear" on fracking, as CNN host Dana Bash asked her about her 2019 remarks.

"In 2020, I made it clear where I stood. Although it's 2024 now, my position hasn't changed. I've kept my word and will continue to do so," Harris stated.

My values have not changed, and I believe it is crucial that we take the climate crisis seriously. To achieve this, we can continue with what we have accomplished so far. The Inflation Reduction Act, which has invested over a trillion dollars in a clean energy economy over the next 10 years, is an example of our efforts. Additionally, we have already created over 300,000 new clean energy jobs.

During the 2020 vice presidential debate, Harris was questioned about fracking but did not disclose her stance. Instead, she stated that Biden would not prohibit fracking. A review of the transcript revealed that "fracking" was mentioned nine times, with Harris using the word twice.

During the 2020 debate, Harris stated that Biden would not put an end to fracking, as he had made it clear.

During another portion of the debate, she stated that "Joe Biden will not ban fracking, and the American people will know this as a fact."

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz joined Harris during the interview, which is 68 days before Election Day. Since becoming the frontrunner after Biden dropped out of the race last month, Harris has largely avoided the media.

She has given her first sit-down interview with the media since emerging as the presumptive nominee, despite not holding a press conference in 39 days.

Last week, Harris formally accepted her party's nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.