Vice President Kamala Harris declared Sunday (Jul. 21, 2024) her intention to “earn and win” the Democratic presidential nomination after President Biden announced he would not seek reelection in 2024 and endorsed her as the party's nominee.
“I am honored to have the president's endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination,” she stated. “Over the past year, I have traveled across the country, talking with Americans about the clear choice in this momentous election. And that is what I will continue to do in the days and weeks ahead. I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party — and unite our nation — to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda.”
Harris praised Biden's public service career, saying his “remarkable legacy of accomplishment is unmatched in modern American history, surpassing the legacy of many presidents who have served two terms in office.”
“With this selfless and patriotic act, President Biden is doing what he has done throughout his life of service: putting the American people and our country above everything else,” she added.
Biden announced his decision to end his reelection bid in a letter to Americans on social media. He wrote that he believes it's best for the Democratic Party and the country to focus on his current presidential duties for the rest of his term. Biden then endorsed Harris.
“Democrats — it's time to come together and beat Trump,” he posted on social media. “Let's do this.”
Other prominent Democrats quickly joined Biden in supporting Harris, including former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Senator Patty Murray, the highest-ranking woman in the Senate, and Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Biden's future in the race became uncertain after his shaky debate performance last month, which led many Democrats to call for him to step aside. As questions about his fitness for a second term and ability to defeat former President Donald Trump in November grew, Harris emerged as the top contender to lead the Democratic ticket.
Biden's decision to step aside comes before the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, starting August 19. The party will officially choose their nominees for president and vice president at the event.
Harris, who served as a California senator before becoming vice president, made history as the first woman, first Black American, and first South Asian American in the role.
She has been campaigning actively, appearing with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, and visiting Massachusetts, Michigan, and North Carolina in the past week.
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