In a segment of Jesse Watters Primetime, the Fox News host playful jabbed at former Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Doug Emhoff, after the pair was spotted grocery shopping together in California. Watters’ quip, “What kind of husband goes grocery shopping with his wife?” sparked mixed reactions from viewers and social media commentators.
The incident unfolded as Watters highlighted Harris and Emhoff’s recent outing at 99 Ranch Market, an Asian grocery store in Westwood. While poking fun at Harris for launching a blog post-presidency, Watters segued into a critique of grocery prices, saying, “She just found out about inflation.” His comments took a turn when he zeroed in on Emhoff’s decision to join his wife on the grocery run, pulling a mock-shocked expression as he asked, “What kind of husband goes grocery shopping with his wife?”
Watters’ remarks didn’t go unnoticed, sparking a spirited debate during his “Text Jesse” segment. One viewer from New Jersey responded, “Smart men go grocery shopping with their wives. It’s called price control.” Watters seemed to appreciate the humor, replying, “Touché.” Another viewer from California chimed in, “What kind of man goes grocery shopping with his wife? A GOOD ONE.”
While Watters entertained the responses, he maintained his stance in jest, suggesting, “You don’t need to go grocery shopping with your wife. You should be able to exert price control from afar.”
The grocery shopping discussion spilled onto social media, with commentators adding their own spin to the so-called “grocerygate.” Right-wing commentator Eric Daugherty humorously pointed out the perceived hypocrisy of Harris and Emhoff using plastic bags during their shopping trip, tweeting, “JUST IN: Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff seen grocery shopping together with plastic bags, violating left-wing environmental doctrine.”
While the segment was largely tongue-in-cheek, it tapped into a larger cultural conversation about shared responsibilities in relationships. In an era where many couples split household duties, grocery shopping together has become a symbol of partnership and teamwork for some. Others view it as unnecessary, preferring to divide and conquer tasks.
For many, a shared trip to the grocery store isn’t just about picking out produce; it’s an opportunity to spend time together and make collaborative decisions. Research suggests that couples who share household responsibilities often report higher satisfaction in their relationships. Whether a chore or a date-like outing, grocery shopping together reflects the evolving dynamics of modern marriage.
Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff have long portrayed a united front in their personal and professional lives. As the first Second Gentleman in U.S. history, Emhoff has been vocal about embracing his role as a supportive spouse and challenging traditional gender norms.
Watters’ quip has sparked a larger dialogue about partnership and gender roles in today’s marriages. Whether you’re pro-joint grocery shopping or prefer to handle the task solo, one thing’s clear: this debate has given us all food for thought.
