Kamala Harris hits campaign trail as her window narrows to choose a running mate
Harris Campaign Gains Momentum with Endorsements and Fundraising
Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign is in high gear, with just under four weeks until the Democratic National Convention and over 100 days until the election. Harris held her first rally since entering the race, embracing her likely showdown with former President Trump. She pitched herself as a former prosecutor who would take on Trump, a convicted criminal, and contrasted her record with Trump’s legal problems.
Harris’s campaign is gaining momentum, with top Democrats endorsing her and the campaign smashing fundraising records. President Joe Biden, who made the selfless decision to pass the torch to Harris, has also thrown his support behind her. The campaign has announced that it has secured public support from a majority of the party’s delegates ahead of next month’s convention.
The Harris campaign is also intensifying its search for a running mate, with reports that they have requested vetting materials from five candidates. The short list includes four governors – Pennsylvania’s Josh Shapiro, North Carolina’s Roy Cooper, Michigan’s Gretchen Whitmer, and Minnesota’s Tim Waltz – as well as Arizona Senator Mark Kelly.
Biden to Address Nation on Decision to Exit the Race
President Biden will address the nation tomorrow night from the Oval Office, detailing his decision to exit the race and what he hopes to accomplish in his final six months in office. The president’s speech is expected to focus on his efforts to pass legislation and make progress on key issues, despite being a lame duck.
Trump Criticizes Harris, Announces Plans to Debate
Meanwhile, former President Trump has criticized Harris, calling her a "radical left" candidate who is out of touch with American values. Trump has also announced that he is willing to debate Harris, but hedged on whether he would show up for the previously planned September debate.
Katherine Clark Endorses Kamala Harris
In an exclusive interview, Minority Whip for the House of Representatives, Congresswoman Katherine Clark, endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic party’s presidential nominee. Clark praised Harris’s leadership skills, her commitment to reproductive freedom, and her focus on building an economy that works for working families.
Democratic Party Rallying Behind Harris
The Democratic party seems to be rallying behind Harris, with many Democrats expressing support for her candidacy. However, some have criticized the process, arguing that it is not democratic enough. Black Lives Matter has called on the party to hold a virtual snap primary, arguing that delegates are not oligarchs and that the party should listen to the will of the voters.
