During an appearance on Fox News, Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) criticized former Vice President Kamala Harris, labeling her as "no longer relevant" in the current political landscape. The remarks were prompted by a video released by Harris, in which she expressed her opposition to the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a piece of legislation that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.

In his discussion with host Sean Hannity, Kennedy extended his criticism to the broader Democratic party, characterizing those who oppose the SAVE Act as "radical." The SAVE Act has become a significant point of contention between the two parties, with Republicans arguing that the measure is necessary to ensure election integrity, while many Democrats argue that existing laws already prohibit non-citizen voting and that the bill creates unnecessary barriers for eligible voters.

While Kennedy’s comments focused on Harris’s perceived lack of influence, the underlying disagreement centers on the necessity and intent of the proposed voting legislation. The Hill reported on the exchange as part of its coverage of the ongoing legislative debate regarding voter registration requirements. There is no mention in the report of a response from Harris or her representatives regarding the Senator's specific characterization of her political standing.