July 23rd 2024.
After weeks of intense speculation and political drama surrounding Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the presidential race, US Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the clear frontrunner for the Democratic party's nomination to face Republican Donald Trump in the upcoming election. According to an Associated Press survey, Harris has secured the support of enough delegates to secure the nomination, a feat that was quickly celebrated by top Democrats as they rallied behind her.
The swift consolidation of support for Harris is a clear indication that the party is eager to move past the internal conflicts and focus on the task at hand: defeating Trump in just over 100 days. Prominent Democratic leaders and organizations wasted no time in voicing their support for Harris, with her campaign even setting a new record for presidential donations in just 24 hours.
On Monday, several state delegations, including those from Harris's home state of California and Texas, met to formally confirm their support for her. By the end of the night, Harris had accumulated well over the 1976 delegates needed to win on the first ballot, according to the AP tally. This overwhelming show of support for Harris has left no doubt that she is the party's chosen nominee, with no other candidate receiving any delegate votes.
The chairman of the California state Democratic party, Rusty Hicks, confirmed that during a call with state delegates on Tuesday, Harris received unanimous support. He stated that no one even mentioned any other potential candidates, solidifying Harris's position as the clear choice for the party.
Despite these significant developments, it is important to note that the AP has not officially declared Harris as the presumptive nominee. This is because the convention delegates still have the freedom to vote for their preferred candidate at the convention in August, or in a virtual roll call that may take place before then. However, with the overwhelming support and momentum behind Harris, it is highly unlikely that anyone else will be chosen as the nominee.
In a statement responding to the AP tally, Harris expressed her gratitude to President Biden and the Democratic party for their faith in her and promised to take her case directly to the American people. As she embarks on her campaign for the White House, Harris is wasting no time and has already scheduled her first campaign event in the battleground state of Wisconsin.
The task ahead for Harris is not a small one. In addition to securing the nomination, she must also choose a running mate and transition the massive political operation that was built to support Biden's reelection to now boost her own candidacy. However, with the overwhelming show of support and enthusiasm behind her, Harris is confident in her ability to unite the party and the nation and win the election.
During a call with his campaign staff in Delaware, Biden appeared to be in good spirits as he spoke to them from his home where he is recovering from COVID-19. He offered his full support to Harris and promised to continue campaigning on her behalf. He also expressed that his decision to step aside was the right thing to do and that he will be keeping a close eye on Harris as she takes on the mantle of leadership.
Harris's campaign has seen a surge of interest since Biden withdrew from the race, with over 28,000 new volunteers registered in just one day. She also broke the record for presidential fundraising in the first 24 hours after Biden's endorsement, with contributions from over 888,000 donors. This strong show of support is also reflected in the numerous endorsements she received from prominent figures within the party, leaving very few potential rivals.
As the Democratic National Convention approaches, the party is finalizing its nomination process, with a virtual vote scheduled to take place as early as August 1st. The convention's rules committee will meet this week to discuss the process, with a goal of completing it by August 7th. The party is committed to making the process both fast and fair, and they have stated that multiple rounds of voting will take place if multiple candidates meet the qualification threshold.
With Harris as the presumptive nominee, all eyes are now on the upcoming election. As the first woman and first person of South Asian descent to be nominated for president, Harris has a lot riding on her shoulders. But with her determination, experience, and strong support from the party and the American people, she is ready to take on the challenge and lead the Democrats to victory.
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