White House describes sexist and racist attacks on Harris as 'disgusting'

I think it's desperate. I think it's disgusting and I think it's a dog whistle. We should not forget that she is the Vice President of the United States. She should get that respect. She's been doing this job with the president for almost four years,

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference

She's a former Senator and has been a critical partner in getting the economy restarted and making sure that -- that we deal with the pandemic. And to hear that is, frankly, disgusting,

Jean-Pierre said when asked about the increase in racist and sexist attacks against Harris, who is of both India and African origin