Kamala Harris escapes to Hawaii with husband amid election loss and rising World War Three tensions

 Kamala Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, have taken a break from the spotlight, retreating to the serene west coast of Hawaii's Big Island after the recent U.S. election loss and amidst intensifying geopolitical tensions in Europe. 

The couple arrived in Kalaoa on Tuesday evening, seeking solace as global concerns heighten over Russia's escalating aggression in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

While Harris remains away from Washington, she is prepared to return if needed for Senate votes. An aide revealed, "She delayed her trip in case she would be required for votes to confirm judges, but no major battles over judicial nominees are expected until December." 

The vice president’s role in breaking tie votes in the Senate remains critical as the Biden administration pushes to confirm judicial appointments during the lame-duck session.

This trip marks Harris and Emhoff’s regular Thanksgiving getaway to Hawaii, a tradition that continues despite the political turbulence. 

Meanwhile, local media report that the Secret Service has placed substantial dinner orders, fueling speculation about an extended stay.

On the international front, tensions between Russia and Ukraine have reached new heights, with Vladimir Putin’s foreign minister, Sergei Lavrov, stating that Moscow would "react accordingly" to Ukraine's latest missile strikes. 

These U.S.-approved strikes, including the use of ATACM missiles, have reportedly targeted Russian ammunition depots. The situation escalates as both sides increase attacks ahead of President-elect Trump’s January inauguration, leaving the world uncertain about the next course of action.

While Harris’s Hawaiian retreat has drawn public attention, her office has not responded to inquiries about her plans.