Biden Endorses Harris for Democratic Nomination After Exiting Race
President Joe Biden officially endorses Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential race. High-profile party figures like Bill and Hillary Clinton quickly follow suit to back her campaign.
President Joe Biden offers his full support and endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris to become the Democratic Party's nominee for the 2024 presidential race. He makes this announcement just minutes after declaring his decision to step away from his reelection campaign and focus on his remaining duties in the White House.
Biden highlights his choice of Harris as his running mate in 2020 as the best decision he made during that campaign. He calls on his fellow Democrats to unite behind her candidacy in order to defeat Donald Trump in the upcoming election. This swift endorsement signals a direct passing of the torch to his vice president.
Other prominent Democratic leaders immediately rally behind Harris following Biden's announcement. Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton release a joint statement expressing their honor in endorsing Harris, while also thanking President Biden for his service and dedication to the country.