Barack Obama has officially recognized Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, ending days of endorsement speculation. In a joint statement, former President Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama expressed their confidence in Harris’ “vision, character and strength” at this critical juncture.
Ms Harris is said to have reached out to more than 100 prominent Democrats, including Mr Obama, after President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the race last Saturday. While Mr. Obama praised Biden’s decision to resign, he initially offered his support for Harris.
With the majority of Democratic delegates already backing him, Harris is on track to be officially nominated at the party’s convention in August. Obama’s family expressed their satisfaction in Friday’s statement, pledging to “do everything we can” to help him win the election. “We agree with President Biden,” they said, “and choosing Kamala was one of his best decisions. She has a resume and a resume to prove it,” they drawled cemented his role as attorney general of California, U.S. attorney general. senator and vice president.
The article stressed that Harris doesn’t just have an impressive resume; He has the vision and strength needed at this critical juncture. “There is no doubt in our minds that Kamala Harris has exactly what it takes to deliver to the American people by winning this election. At a time when the stakes are never higher, she gives us all reason to be optimistic.”
While Ms. Harris continues her campaign across America after Biden’s retirement, holding several events, including a speech to the American Federation of Teachers in Houston. Though it was part of his vice presidential job, it felt like a campaign rally where the audience applauded loudly and cheered. At these rallies, Harris denounced “extremism” Republicans and their “failed” policies and advocated for policies such as banning assault weapons.
On the other hand, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump called Harris a “Radical leftist Marxist” in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social. He also refused to commit to a debate with Harris until he officially confirmed he was the Democratic nominee, suggesting that Democrats may still be considering another candidate.
Ms Harris has also held “frank and constructive” talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for an end to Israel’s war with Gaza and stressing the importance of Israel’s defence. He also stressed the need for a bilateral solution.
Netanyahu met with President Biden during his visit to the White House and is scheduled to meet with Donald Trump on Friday.
