image Share on Facebook Kamala Harris, the 2024 Democratic vice presidential candidate, claims she was fired from fast-food chain McDonald's in 1981 for theft.

Verdict: False

This claim is false and originally came from a satire page. There is no evidence to support this claim.

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Former Republican Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney said she would vote for Harris in the 2024 presidential election. CNNCheney said she voted for Harris because ” [2024 Republican nominee and former President] “Donald Trump strikes a pose,” the outlet reported.

The Facebook image states that Harris was fired from McDonald's for theft in 1981. “McDonald's Corporate Confirms: Kamala Harris worked at McDonald's in the summer of 1981. She was fired for theft,” text overlaid on Harris' image reads.

This claim is false. Originally shared A Facebook page called “America – Love it or leave it” was set up, which is a subsidiary of “America's Last Line of Defense.” [ALLOD] Trolley Network” explanation As a satire in itself.

Similarly, Harris has not addressed her allegations. 2024 Campaign Website She too Verified Social media accountIn addition, McDonald's press release or Social Media statement Comment publicly on the allegations. (Related: CNN Fact Check Finds Kamala Harris Lied 113 Times During DNC Speech?)

In addition, “Check Your Fact” There is no reliable news coverage To back up the claim, the opposite is true. September 4th, PolitiFact The outlet reported that the allegations were false, and noted that they originally originated from a satirical Facebook page.

The claim that Harris was fired by McDonald's is false, but the Democratic vice president said she worked at the fast-food restaurant chain while earning her bachelor's degree from Howard University. SnopesDuring an appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Harris said she made french fries and worked as a cashier at McDonald's. Washington Free Beacon It will report in August 2024.

Check Your Fact has reached out to Harris and a McDonald's spokesperson for comment.