Kamala Harris praises Joe Biden’s unprecedented legacy of achievement, stating it is unmatched | US News

According to Kamala Harris, Joe Biden’s legacy of accomplishment is unparalleled in modern history.

In her first public appearance since entering the race for the White House, Ms. Harris praised Mr. Biden for exceeding the legacies of most presidents who have served two terms in office.

“I can personally attest that Joe Biden fights for the American people every day, and we are extremely grateful for his service to this nation,” she said.

The US vice president made these remarks a day after Mr. Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race and endorsed his vice president.

In the meantime, in a post on X, she expressed her determination to win the election in November.

She stated: “It’s our campaign’s first full day, so I will be heading to Wilmington, DE later to greet our staff at headquarters.

“One day down, 105 to go. Together, we will emerge victorious.”

Ms. Harris, aged 59, is currently the only declared Democratic candidate for the party’s nomination as opposed to 78-year-old Republican Donald Trump.

She has been working to secure endorsements from the majority of delegates, and if she clinches the nomination, she will need to choose a running mate.

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Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer, who was seen as a potential rival for the Democratic nomination after President Biden‘s exit, has thrown support behind Ms. Harris in a post on X, stating that the vice president has her full backing.

Several other potential Democratic challengers, including California governor Gavin Newsom and Kentucky governor Andy Beshear, have also endorsed Ms. Harris’ candidacy.

However, former House speaker Nancy Pelosi and ex-president Barack Obama have not yet made endorsements, although they have hailed the current president.

Mr. Biden’s campaign has rebranded to “Harris for President,” signifying that she will inherit his political infrastructure of over 1,000 staff and a war chest of nearly $96 million (£74 million) as of June’s end.

Campaign spokesperson Lauren Hitt mentioned on Monday that Ms. Harris raised $49.6 million (£38.3 million) in donations in the 15 hours following Mr. Biden’s endorsement.

The 81-year-old politician announced he would not seek re-election after facing internal pressure within his own party over concerns about his health and ability to serve another four years in office.

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The Trump campaign has been gearing up for the potential rise of Ms. Harris for weeks, according to sources cited by the Reuters news agency, and aims to link her closely to Mr. Biden’s stances on immigration and the economy.

Mr. Biden, the oldest person to have held the Oval Office, has declared that he will continue in his role as president until his term concludes on January 20, 2025.

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