Vice President Kamala Harris’s October Vogue cover, released on the anniversary of Israel’s October 7 massacre, has ignited backlash for its timing and perceived insensitivity. Styled in a Gabriela Hearst suit and Tiffany earrings, Harris appeared on the cover, shot by renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz, as the world marked one year since the deadly Hamas attack, which claimed over 1,200 lives and left hundreds kidnapped.
Despite addressing the Middle East crisis in the interview, Harris offered limited insights on specific conflict resolution strategies, sparking criticism from readers and social media users who saw the cover as out of touch. Many questioned the cover’s timing, and some criticized what they described as excessive airbrushing. Fans of Melania Trump also voiced discontent, noting the former First Lady never received a Vogue cover despite her tenure.
Only rarely are individuals summoned for acts of national rescue, but in July, Vice President @KamalaHarris received one of those calls. With President Joe Biden’s decision to end his reelection campaign, the world looked to Harris with hopes and doubts. https://t.co/NtOIMM2L1R pic.twitter.com/4u1mbmDJ6i
— Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine) October 11, 2024
