Harris Claims She Worked at McDonald's in College. Here's What We Know
2024 Presidential Election,Kamala Harris,Facts And Fact Checking
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Claim: In the 1980s, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris worked at McDonald's while she got her undergraduate degree.
Rating: Research In Progress
Context
Harris has made this claim repeatedly over the years, and multiple reputable news outlets have reported on the story. But, aside from Harris' testimony itself, there is no evidence (such as a photo, employment record, or confirmation from a friend or family member) to independently verify the claim. We've reached out to Harris' campaign and McDonald's and we'll update this report when, or if, we learn more.
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