Small Donors Pour In More Than $46 Million In ‘Biggest Fundraising Day’ Of 2024 Cycle
ActBlue, the major fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns, said it’s seen the single-biggest fundraising day of the 2024 election cycle, with small donors pouring in $46.7 million as of 9 p.m. eastern.
“Small-dollar donors are fired up and ready to take on this election,” the group wrote on X.
“Small-dollar donors are fired up and ready to take on this election,” the group wrote on X.
Report: All 50 State Democratic Chairs Throw Weight Behind Kamala Harris
Reuters reports all 50 Democratic Party state chairs voiced their approval of Harris to be the new nominee on a call Sunday.
The outlet, citing sources familiar with the conversation, described “full support” for the vice president.
The outlet, citing sources familiar with the conversation, described “full support” for the vice president.
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8 Of The 9 Squad Members Have Endorsed Kamala Harris
Almost all of the congressional “Squad” have now endorsed Harris’ bid for the Democratic nomination, per statements posted on social media or given to media outlets.
The progressive bloc of lawmakers includes Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.).
Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), the only Palestinian-American member of Congress, has yet to put out a statement.
The progressive bloc of lawmakers includes Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.).
Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), the only Palestinian-American member of Congress, has yet to put out a statement.
Coalition Of Black Attorneys General In U.S. Endorse Harris
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that she and every Black attorney general in the U.S. were endorsing Harris as a unified coalition.
"Harris has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting and expanding the rights of all Americans," James said in a statement from a group she described as "the nation's Black attorneys general."
The following attorneys general were named in the statement:
"Harris has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to protecting and expanding the rights of all Americans," James said in a statement from a group she described as "the nation's Black attorneys general."
The following attorneys general were named in the statement:
- Illinois AG Kwame Raoul
- Maryland AG Anthony Brown
- Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell
- Minnesota AG Keith Ellison
- Nevada AG Aaron Ford
With Biden Out, Democrats Lose Advantage Of Incumbency
The big blue airplane, the Marine Corps band, having the White House switchboard place your calls ― there are good reasons why most incumbents who have run for reelection in modern times have won.
Yet the grand imagery of the presidency combined with the reluctance of many voters to switch horses midstream was not enough to buoy President Joe Biden, so with barely over three months to go, Democrats will head into the November election having ceded the power of incumbency.
“He had no choice. With 86% of American voters thinking the incumbent is too old to serve effectively in another term, incumbency is not an advantage,” said Republican pollster Whit Ayres.
Read more on what Democrats are up against in an analysis by HuffPost's S.V. Date.
Yet the grand imagery of the presidency combined with the reluctance of many voters to switch horses midstream was not enough to buoy President Joe Biden, so with barely over three months to go, Democrats will head into the November election having ceded the power of incumbency.
“He had no choice. With 86% of American voters thinking the incumbent is too old to serve effectively in another term, incumbency is not an advantage,” said Republican pollster Whit Ayres.
Read more on what Democrats are up against in an analysis by HuffPost's S.V. Date.
AOC Backs Harris After Previously Raising Alarm About A Biden Dropout
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) put her support behind Harris on Sunday in a statement posted to X.
"Kamala Harris will be the next President of the United States. I pledge my full support to ensure her victory in November," she said. "Now more than ever, it is crucial that our party and country swiftly unite to defeat Donald Trump and the threat to American democracy. Let’s get to work."
Ocasio-Cortez had previously backed Biden, arguing he had told her he was not leaving the race and he had her support. Just two days ago, she warned Democrats against urging Biden to drop his reelection bid.
“If you think that there is consensus among the people who want Joe Biden to leave that they will support Vice President Harris, you would be mistaken,” she said, arguing that urging Biden to leave without a plan in place would lead to "enormous peril."
"Kamala Harris will be the next President of the United States. I pledge my full support to ensure her victory in November," she said. "Now more than ever, it is crucial that our party and country swiftly unite to defeat Donald Trump and the threat to American democracy. Let’s get to work."
Ocasio-Cortez had previously backed Biden, arguing he had told her he was not leaving the race and he had her support. Just two days ago, she warned Democrats against urging Biden to drop his reelection bid.
“If you think that there is consensus among the people who want Joe Biden to leave that they will support Vice President Harris, you would be mistaken,” she said, arguing that urging Biden to leave without a plan in place would lead to "enormous peril."
Sen. Mitt Romney Says Joe Biden Made 'Right' Move To Step Aside
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) praised Biden's decision not to seek reelection in a conciliatory statement on Sunday, standing in sharp contrast to other Republicans who called on the president to resign immediately.
“I’m a classic Republican and he’s a classic Democrat; obviously, President Biden and I usually didn’t see eye-to-eye," Romney said. "I opposed many of his initiatives. But we did find common ground on infrastructure, Ukraine, the Electoral Count Act, adding religious liberty protections to the marriage bill, gun safety measures, and chip manufacturing."
“Others will judge his presidency. However, having worked with him these past few years, I respect President Biden. His decision to withdraw from the race was right and is in the best interest of the country," the Utah senator added.
Romney, who is retiring this year, did not vote for Trump in 2020 and has ruled out voting for him in 2024, citing his lack of judgment and character. He previously said he would write in the name of his wife Ann Romney for president.
“I’m a classic Republican and he’s a classic Democrat; obviously, President Biden and I usually didn’t see eye-to-eye," Romney said. "I opposed many of his initiatives. But we did find common ground on infrastructure, Ukraine, the Electoral Count Act, adding religious liberty protections to the marriage bill, gun safety measures, and chip manufacturing."
“Others will judge his presidency. However, having worked with him these past few years, I respect President Biden. His decision to withdraw from the race was right and is in the best interest of the country," the Utah senator added.
Romney, who is retiring this year, did not vote for Trump in 2020 and has ruled out voting for him in 2024, citing his lack of judgment and character. He previously said he would write in the name of his wife Ann Romney for president.
Biden Has No Events Planned Monday
Biden has no public events planned for Monday, according to a schedule sent out by the White House. The guidance said additional details about his schedule the rest of the week were "forthcoming."
In his letter released earlier today, Biden said he would speak to the nation later this week about his decision to drop his reelection bid.
Biden is still being treated for COVID-19, according to a letter from his doctor sent Sunday.
In his letter released earlier today, Biden said he would speak to the nation later this week about his decision to drop his reelection bid.
Biden is still being treated for COVID-19, according to a letter from his doctor sent Sunday.
Pete Buttigieg Endorses Kamala Harris
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, one of several Democrats the party’s floated as a presidential contender, threw his support behind Harris.
“Kamala Harris is now the right person to take up the torch, defeat Donald Trump, and succeed Joe Biden as President,” he said in a statement. “I have seen her extraordinary leadership firsthand, working closely with her during the 2020 campaign and then in the historically effective Biden-Harris administration. I will do all that I can do help her win this election to lead America forward as our next President.”
“Kamala Harris is now the right person to take up the torch, defeat Donald Trump, and succeed Joe Biden as President,” he said in a statement. “I have seen her extraordinary leadership firsthand, working closely with her during the 2020 campaign and then in the historically effective Biden-Harris administration. I will do all that I can do help her win this election to lead America forward as our next President.”
Gavin Newsom Joins Democratic Ranks Endorsing Harris
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has long been speculated to be a potential Democratic presidential contender, endorsed Harris on Sunday evening.
"Tough. Fearless. Tenacious," Newsom posted on X. "With our democracy at stake and our future on the line, no one is better to prosecute the case against Donald Trump's dark vision and guide our country in a healthier direction than America’s Vice President, [Kamala Harris]."
Newsom was one of the more prominent Democrats to vocally stand by Biden in the weeks after the president's disastrous debate performance.
"Tough. Fearless. Tenacious," Newsom posted on X. "With our democracy at stake and our future on the line, no one is better to prosecute the case against Donald Trump's dark vision and guide our country in a healthier direction than America’s Vice President, [Kamala Harris]."
Newsom was one of the more prominent Democrats to vocally stand by Biden in the weeks after the president's disastrous debate performance.
Another Potential VP Pick Backs Harris
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, another swing state Democrat who is reportedly being considered as a running mate for Harris, threw his support behind the vice president Sunday evening.
"Kamala Harris should be the next President," Cooper posted on X. "I’ve known [Harris] going back to our days as AGs, and she has what it takes to defeat Donald Trump and lead our country thoughtfully and with integrity. I look forward to campaigning for her as we work to win NC up and down the ticket."
"Kamala Harris should be the next President," Cooper posted on X. "I’ve known [Harris] going back to our days as AGs, and she has what it takes to defeat Donald Trump and lead our country thoughtfully and with integrity. I look forward to campaigning for her as we work to win NC up and down the ticket."
Small Donors Raise $27.5 Million For Dems In Hours Since Biden Endorsed Harris
ActBlue, a major fundraising platform for Democratic campaigns, said small-dollar donations (usually defined as under $200) surged in the hours since Biden endorsed Harris for the Democratic presidential nomination.
"Small-dollar donors raise over $27.5 million on ActBlue in the first 5 hours of Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign," ActBlue posted on X. "Grassroots supporters are energized and excited to support her as the Democratic nominee."
"Small-dollar donors raise over $27.5 million on ActBlue in the first 5 hours of Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign," ActBlue posted on X. "Grassroots supporters are energized and excited to support her as the Democratic nominee."
Independent Sen. Joe Manchin Reportedly Considering Challenging Harris
CNN's Jake Tapper and The Bulwark's Sam Stein reported Sunday that West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, who left the Democratic Party in May and registered as an independent, is considering re-registering as a Democrat to challenge Harris for the nomination.
Manchin had urged Biden to leave the race on Sunday's political talk shows, just hours before Biden announced his decision.
Manchin had urged Biden to leave the race on Sunday's political talk shows, just hours before Biden announced his decision.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Respects Biden’s ‘Tough But Strong’ Move
Ukrainian President Volodymyrr Zelenskyy praised Biden Sunday for his “bold” efforts in the White House to support "Ukraine's fight for freedom."
“Many strong decisions have been made in recent years and they will be remembered as bold steps taken by President Biden in response to challenging times,” Zelenskyy posted on X in response to Biden’s dropping out of the U.S. election. “And we respect today’s tough but strong decision.”
Zelenskyy has been Ukraine’s president for the entirety of Biden’s presidential tenure. Biden has continued to support Ukraine in the years since Russia invaded the neighboring country, despite growing tensions in Congress over whether to continue budgeting large sums of money and weapons to support Ukraine.
"We will always be thankful for President Biden's leadership," the Ukrainian president said. "He supported our country during the most dramatic moment in history, assisted us in preventing [Russian President Vladimir] Putin from occupying our country, and has continued to support us throughout this terrible war."
Zelenskyy also said he hoped that the U.S. will continue to support Ukraine in the war, though such a move is unlikely if Trump takes office.
Harris recently pledged America's full support in backing Ukraine.
“The current situation in Ukraine and all of Europe is no less challenging, and we sincerely hope that America’s continued strong leadership will prevent Russian evil from succeeding or making its aggression pay off,” Zelenskyy said.
Biden last met with Zelenskyy two weeks ago during the NATO summit in Washington, D.C., where the president went viral for accidentally calling the Ukrainian president, “President Putin.”
“Many strong decisions have been made in recent years and they will be remembered as bold steps taken by President Biden in response to challenging times,” Zelenskyy posted on X in response to Biden’s dropping out of the U.S. election. “And we respect today’s tough but strong decision.”
Zelenskyy has been Ukraine’s president for the entirety of Biden’s presidential tenure. Biden has continued to support Ukraine in the years since Russia invaded the neighboring country, despite growing tensions in Congress over whether to continue budgeting large sums of money and weapons to support Ukraine.
"We will always be thankful for President Biden's leadership," the Ukrainian president said. "He supported our country during the most dramatic moment in history, assisted us in preventing [Russian President Vladimir] Putin from occupying our country, and has continued to support us throughout this terrible war."
Zelenskyy also said he hoped that the U.S. will continue to support Ukraine in the war, though such a move is unlikely if Trump takes office.
Harris recently pledged America's full support in backing Ukraine.
“The current situation in Ukraine and all of Europe is no less challenging, and we sincerely hope that America’s continued strong leadership will prevent Russian evil from succeeding or making its aggression pay off,” Zelenskyy said.
Biden last met with Zelenskyy two weeks ago during the NATO summit in Washington, D.C., where the president went viral for accidentally calling the Ukrainian president, “President Putin.”
Gen Z Congressman Thinks Harris Will Do Well With Younger Voters
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.), who at age 27 is the first Gen Z-age congressman, thinks having Harris at the top of the Democratic presidential ticket will energize young voters.
“The record’s important, what she believes is important but the other thing is that she actually goes out and meets with young voters,” Frost said in a video conference call Sunday, shortly after he announced his endorsement of her for president.
He cited her work overseeing the new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention as an example of Harris working on issues important to younger voters.
He also did not think the Biden administration’s record on Israel’s war in Gaza, or Harris’ past as a local district attorney and state attorney general, would pose problems for her.
He said several groups focused on Gaza wanted Biden to step aside, and one, Gen-Z For Change, has already endorsed Harris.
“The Vice President was one of the people in the administration pushing for a more sympathetic policy towards Palestinians and what’s going on there. She was also the first person in the administration to call for a ceasefire,” he said.
Frost said some young voters may have issues with her past as a prosecutor but others think she can take the fight to Trump. “She used to convict rapists. Now she’s going to be running against one, which will be true when she becomes the official Democratic nominee,” he said.
Frost said he expected Trump to make attacks against Harris that would be seen as in poor taste or turn off voters. He cited Trump recently referring to her as “Laughing Kamala.”
“Like it’s bad to laugh,” he said.
“The record’s important, what she believes is important but the other thing is that she actually goes out and meets with young voters,” Frost said in a video conference call Sunday, shortly after he announced his endorsement of her for president.
He cited her work overseeing the new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention as an example of Harris working on issues important to younger voters.
He also did not think the Biden administration’s record on Israel’s war in Gaza, or Harris’ past as a local district attorney and state attorney general, would pose problems for her.
He said several groups focused on Gaza wanted Biden to step aside, and one, Gen-Z For Change, has already endorsed Harris.
“The Vice President was one of the people in the administration pushing for a more sympathetic policy towards Palestinians and what’s going on there. She was also the first person in the administration to call for a ceasefire,” he said.
Frost said some young voters may have issues with her past as a prosecutor but others think she can take the fight to Trump. “She used to convict rapists. Now she’s going to be running against one, which will be true when she becomes the official Democratic nominee,” he said.
Frost said he expected Trump to make attacks against Harris that would be seen as in poor taste or turn off voters. He cited Trump recently referring to her as “Laughing Kamala.”
“Like it’s bad to laugh,” he said.
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Josh Shapiro, Potential VP Pick, Endorses Kamala Harris
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who’s being floated as a potential running mate for Harris, endorsed the vice president as the party’s new nominee.
“Kamala Harris is a patriot worthy of our support and she will continue the work of generations of Americans who came before us to perfect our union, protect our democracy, and advance real freedom,” he said in a statement. “She has served the country honorably as Vice President and he is ready to be President.”
“Kamala Harris is a patriot worthy of our support and she will continue the work of generations of Americans who came before us to perfect our union, protect our democracy, and advance real freedom,” he said in a statement. “She has served the country honorably as Vice President and he is ready to be President.”
Joe Biden Is No Longer Running For President. Here Are The Key Things To Know.
- Biden has dropped out of the race and endorsed Harris. Biden said he was doing so “in the best interest of my party and the country,” although he stressed that he would continue to serve as president until the winner of the November election takes office.
- Harris has vowed to “earn and win” the nomination at the DNC in Chicago next month. The vice president thanked Biden for his patriotism in her own statement and said she would continue to travel around the country to appeal to voters in the coming weeks.
- Many Democrats around the country are rallying around her, while others have been more reserved. Harris has secured the quick endorsements of lawmakers in Congress and governors around the nation, while others, notably former President Barack Obama, have taken a more neutral stance as the nomination process plays out.
- No major challengers have so far voiced their own plans at the DNC. But independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he would remain in the race.
- Speculation is rampant about who Harris could tap as a running mate if she secures the nomination. Those choices include Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, among others.
- Trump and the GOP are already on the attack. Republican attack ads aired almost immediately after Biden’s announcement, seeking to tie her candidacy to the president’s record on immigration and lambasting her views as too liberal.
Celebrities React To Biden Dropping Out Of 2024 Race
The news that Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race swept through the entertainment world on Sunday, prompting a wave of reactions from people across Hollywood as well as other celebrities.
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Big PACs For Black, Latino, AAPI Voters Endorse Kamala Harris
Large political action committees representing Black, Latino and Asian-American communities have endorsed Harris as the Democratic nominee.
“Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic Party’s best choice to win this November. We will fight with all of our might to make her the first South Asian and Black woman ever to serve as President of the United States,” AAPI Victory Fund president and CEO Shekar Narasimhan said.
“Vice President Harris supports issues that strengthen the Latino community and she has our full support as a champion and ally to Latinos,” Latino Victory Fund president and CEO Sindy Benavides said, adding: “Vice President Harris listens to the Latino community, she cares about us and will continue to have our backs.”
Harris is a “brilliant lawyer, a successful district attorney, a leading voice as a U.S. senator, and now vice president,” Stefanie Brown James and Quentin James, co-founders of the Collective PAC, said of Harris.
“In the face of radical fascism, individual freedoms are no longer guaranteed for all Americans, including Black people, who know all too well the perils of institutional racism and democratic setbacks,” they continued.
“Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic Party’s best choice to win this November. We will fight with all of our might to make her the first South Asian and Black woman ever to serve as President of the United States,” AAPI Victory Fund president and CEO Shekar Narasimhan said.
“Vice President Harris supports issues that strengthen the Latino community and she has our full support as a champion and ally to Latinos,” Latino Victory Fund president and CEO Sindy Benavides said, adding: “Vice President Harris listens to the Latino community, she cares about us and will continue to have our backs.”
Harris is a “brilliant lawyer, a successful district attorney, a leading voice as a U.S. senator, and now vice president,” Stefanie Brown James and Quentin James, co-founders of the Collective PAC, said of Harris.
“In the face of radical fascism, individual freedoms are no longer guaranteed for all Americans, including Black people, who know all too well the perils of institutional racism and democratic setbacks,” they continued.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Chair Of Congressional Progressive Caucus, Exuberant In Support After Speaking To Harris
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wa.), who chairs the large Congressional Progressive Caucus, said she was exuberant in her support after speaking with the vice president on Sunday.
“Vice President Kamala Harris just called me and I told her I am 1000% in for her to be our President!” Jayapal wrote on X. “She has the smarts, the experience, the accomplishments and the agenda to lead us to victory in November. Let’s go!”
“Vice President Kamala Harris just called me and I told her I am 1000% in for her to be our President!” Jayapal wrote on X. “She has the smarts, the experience, the accomplishments and the agenda to lead us to victory in November. Let’s go!”
Donald Trump Complains He Has To ‘Start All Over Again’ After Joe Biden Drops Out
Trump lamented all the “time and money” he has spent campaigning against Biden on Sunday and that he now had to “start all over again.”
“Shouldn’t the Republican Party be reimbursed for fraud in that everybody around Joe, including his doctors and the Fake News Media, knew he was not capable of running for, or being, President?” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Just askin’.”
“Shouldn’t the Republican Party be reimbursed for fraud in that everybody around Joe, including his doctors and the Fake News Media, knew he was not capable of running for, or being, President?” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “Just askin’.”
RFK Jr. Says He Won't Follow Biden And Drop Out
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he was staying in the 2024 presidential race as an independent, declining to campaign for president as a Democrat now that Biden is no longer seeking reelection.
"I am very content running where I am," Kennedy Jr. said at a press conference on Sunday. "I believe it's a two-person race. I believe I am in the best position to win."
Kennedy claimed Harris is a "war hawk" on Ukraine and China. He also slammed her criminal justice record during her tenure as attorney general of California, which drew criticism from some progressives during her 2020 bid for president.
"In terms of the traditional Democratic principles, I don't think she has a credible record," he said.
Democrats fear RFK Jr. could help Trump win another term in office by running as an independent and siphoning votes from Democrats. The two men recently spoke via phone and a leaked recording showed Trump praising false theories about the safety of vaccines, a pet issue for Kennedy.
"I am very content running where I am," Kennedy Jr. said at a press conference on Sunday. "I believe it's a two-person race. I believe I am in the best position to win."
Kennedy claimed Harris is a "war hawk" on Ukraine and China. He also slammed her criminal justice record during her tenure as attorney general of California, which drew criticism from some progressives during her 2020 bid for president.
"In terms of the traditional Democratic principles, I don't think she has a credible record," he said.
Democrats fear RFK Jr. could help Trump win another term in office by running as an independent and siphoning votes from Democrats. The two men recently spoke via phone and a leaked recording showed Trump praising false theories about the safety of vaccines, a pet issue for Kennedy.
Donald Trump Lays Groundwork To Dodge Or Change Rules Of The Next Debate
Trump is already moving to shift his plans for the second presidential debate, set to be held on Sept. 10 and hosted by ABC. His campaign agreed to two debates in May, but attacked those plans on social media after Biden dropped out.
“Now that Joe has, not surprisingly, has quit the race, I think the Debate, with whomever the Radical Left Democrats choose, should be held on FoxNews, rather than very biased ABC,” he wrote on Truth Social.
He added that ABC News was “fake” and the “home of George Slopadopolus,” referring to anchor George Stephanopoulos.
“Now that Joe has, not surprisingly, has quit the race, I think the Debate, with whomever the Radical Left Democrats choose, should be held on FoxNews, rather than very biased ABC,” he wrote on Truth Social.
He added that ABC News was “fake” and the “home of George Slopadopolus,” referring to anchor George Stephanopoulos.
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Hunter Biden’s Heartfelt Message To His Father
Biden’s son Hunter shared a touching tribute to his father in the wake of him leaving the race.
“I’m so lucky every night I get to tell him I love him, and to thank him. I ask all Americans to join me tonight in doing the same. Thank you, Mr. President. I love you, Dad,” he wrote.
Hunter Biden – who, with his late brother Beau Biden, survived a car crash that killed their mother and sister in 1972 – also spoke of the great personal losses his father has endured and how they influenced him as a leader.
“For my entire life, I’ve looked at my dad in awe. How could he suffer so much heartache and yet give so much of whatever remained of his heart to others? Not only in the policies he passed, but in the individual lives he’s touched,” he wrote. “Over a life time I have witnessed him absorb the pain of countless everyday Americans who he’s given his personal phone number to, because he wanted them to call him when they were hurting. When their last hopes were slipping through their hands.”
“That unconditional love has been his North Star as a President, and as a parent,” he continued.
“I’m so lucky every night I get to tell him I love him, and to thank him. I ask all Americans to join me tonight in doing the same. Thank you, Mr. President. I love you, Dad,” he wrote.
Hunter Biden – who, with his late brother Beau Biden, survived a car crash that killed their mother and sister in 1972 – also spoke of the great personal losses his father has endured and how they influenced him as a leader.
“For my entire life, I’ve looked at my dad in awe. How could he suffer so much heartache and yet give so much of whatever remained of his heart to others? Not only in the policies he passed, but in the individual lives he’s touched,” he wrote. “Over a life time I have witnessed him absorb the pain of countless everyday Americans who he’s given his personal phone number to, because he wanted them to call him when they were hurting. When their last hopes were slipping through their hands.”
“That unconditional love has been his North Star as a President, and as a parent,” he continued.
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Elizabeth Warren Has 1 Question For Kamala Harris Skeptics
Sen. Elizabeth Warren told Politico that she was on a flight with no internet at the time Biden announced he was dropping out, and that she only found out after landing.
The Massachusetts Democrat, who has helped campaign for Biden, said she is “prepared to help the VP do whatever is necessary to get her elected” and believes Harris will “make a terrific president.”
Warren ran against both Biden and Harris in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary. According to Politico, the senator has one question for Democrats skeptical of Harris’ ability to win the election in November:
“Who better to take on a convicted felon than a former prosecutor?”
The Massachusetts Democrat, who has helped campaign for Biden, said she is “prepared to help the VP do whatever is necessary to get her elected” and believes Harris will “make a terrific president.”
Warren ran against both Biden and Harris in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary. According to Politico, the senator has one question for Democrats skeptical of Harris’ ability to win the election in November:
“Who better to take on a convicted felon than a former prosecutor?”
A Kamala Harris Prophecy From HuffPost In 2016
Mollie Reilly, HuffPost’s managing editor of breaking news, wrote this staff-favorite story shortly after Trump won the presidential election against Hillary Clinton in 2016. This look at Harris as a rising star in the Democratic party was a smart, forward-looking take during a time of great uncertainty as Americans grappled with a reality TV star entering the White House. Give it a read again now that Biden has cleared the way for her to seek the nomination in his place.
Biden-Harris Campaign Officially Files Paperwork To Rename Itself 'Harris For President'
The Biden-Harris campaign has officially filed paperwork to change its name to "Harris for President" after Joe Biden's decision to drop his reelection bid.
Click here for a copy of the campaign's paperwork submitted to the Federal Election Commission requesting the name change.
Click here for a copy of the campaign's paperwork submitted to the Federal Election Commission requesting the name change.
Rep. Adam Schiff Endorses Kamala Harris
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) gave an enthusiastic endorsement for Harris to become the Democratic nominee. Schiff was one of the most prominent House Democrats to call on Biden to leave the race, helping revive the effort after the assassination attempt against Trump.
“Now it’s time for all of us to unite behind Vice President Harris, he said, noting she has “the judgment, experience, leadership, and tenacity to take on and defeat Donald Trump.”
“There is not better matchup than this superb former prosecutor against this convicted criminal, and she’ll prosecute the case against Trump every single day,” said Schiff, who’s likely to win his Senate race this fall.
He also applauded Biden on a successful presidency, saying he’s “accomplished more in one term than most presidents do in two and he will go down in history as one of the greatest presidents of our time.”
“Now it’s time for all of us to unite behind Vice President Harris, he said, noting she has “the judgment, experience, leadership, and tenacity to take on and defeat Donald Trump.”
“There is not better matchup than this superb former prosecutor against this convicted criminal, and she’ll prosecute the case against Trump every single day,” said Schiff, who’s likely to win his Senate race this fall.
He also applauded Biden on a successful presidency, saying he’s “accomplished more in one term than most presidents do in two and he will go down in history as one of the greatest presidents of our time.”
Democrats Race To Back Kamala Harris
Democratic lawmakers on Sunday wasted no time in endorsing Harris for president after Biden announced he is stepping aside as the party’s 2024 nominee ― and backing his running mate to take the top spot.
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J.D. Vance Says Biden Was ‘The Worst President’ in His Lifetime
Trump’s running mate, J.D. Vance, wrote on social media that Biden was “the worst president” of his lifetime and that he and Trump are ready to “save America.”
"Joe Biden has been the worst President in my lifetime and Kamala Harris has been right there with him every step of the way. Over the last four years she co-signed Biden's open border and green scam policies that drove up the cost of housing and groceries. She owns all of these failures, and she lied for nearly four years about Biden's mental capacity-- saddling the nation with a president who can't do the job," Vance wrote on X.
“President Trump and I are ready to save America, whoever's at the top of the Democrat ticket. Bring it on.”
"Joe Biden has been the worst President in my lifetime and Kamala Harris has been right there with him every step of the way. Over the last four years she co-signed Biden's open border and green scam policies that drove up the cost of housing and groceries. She owns all of these failures, and she lied for nearly four years about Biden's mental capacity-- saddling the nation with a president who can't do the job," Vance wrote on X.
“President Trump and I are ready to save America, whoever's at the top of the Democrat ticket. Bring it on.”
Lisa Murkowski: Biden’s Decision 'In The Best Interest Of The Country'
Alaska GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski, one of Congress’ most prominent moderates, struck a decidedly different tone than most of her Republican colleagues with her statement on Biden’s announcement.
“I respect President Biden’s decision to act in the best interest of the country by stepping aside in the 2024 presidential election,” she wrote on X.
Murkowksi, a supporter of abortion rights who voted to convict Trump in his impeachment trial, said in March she “absolutely” would not vote for Trump in November and has not ruled out leaving the GOP.
“I respect President Biden’s decision to act in the best interest of the country by stepping aside in the 2024 presidential election,” she wrote on X.
Murkowksi, a supporter of abortion rights who voted to convict Trump in his impeachment trial, said in March she “absolutely” would not vote for Trump in November and has not ruled out leaving the GOP.
Harris Endorsements From Dem Governors Start Tricking In
Some governors are starting to join the wave of Democrats publicly endorsing Harris for president.
Maine Governor Janet Mills said she would do everything she could to elect Harris.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said he believed Harris will be the front runner during the Democratic National Convention in August.
Maine Governor Janet Mills said she would do everything she could to elect Harris.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said he believed Harris will be the front runner during the Democratic National Convention in August.
7 Possible Running Mates For A Potential Kamala Harris Presidential Campaign
Biden’s decision to drop his re-election bid and endorse Harris means Democrats have to choose a running mate for Harris, assuming she wins the Democratic nomination for president.
Here are six of the most likely candidates ― at least according to political analysts ― plus one wild card:
Here are six of the most likely candidates ― at least according to political analysts ― plus one wild card:
Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman Urges Donald Trump To Drop Out Like Joe Biden
In his statement supporting Biden’s decision and endorsing Harris, Rep. Dan Goldman called on Trump to follow suit and also step down as his party’s nominee.
“The American people have made it clear that they want a new generation of leaders to run for President,” the New York Democrat said in a statement. “President Biden has unselfishly heeded that call in order to preserve and protect our democracy, while … Trump, a 78-year-old suffering from clear mental deterioration, continues to put his personal interests over those of the nation’s in his effort to avoid jail and tear down our democracy in the process.”
“I urge Donald Trump to follow President Biden’s lead and put the country first by passing his party’s baton to a younger and healthier candidate who is not a convicted felon," he wrote.
Before entering the House, Goldman rose to fame for his role as an attorney questioning congressional witnesses in the impeachment hearing over Trump’s threatening call to Ukraine while he was president.
“The American people have made it clear that they want a new generation of leaders to run for President,” the New York Democrat said in a statement. “President Biden has unselfishly heeded that call in order to preserve and protect our democracy, while … Trump, a 78-year-old suffering from clear mental deterioration, continues to put his personal interests over those of the nation’s in his effort to avoid jail and tear down our democracy in the process.”
“I urge Donald Trump to follow President Biden’s lead and put the country first by passing his party’s baton to a younger and healthier candidate who is not a convicted felon," he wrote.
Before entering the House, Goldman rose to fame for his role as an attorney questioning congressional witnesses in the impeachment hearing over Trump’s threatening call to Ukraine while he was president.
Jim Clyburn, Key Biden Ally In The House, Backs Kamala Harris
Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.), a key Biden ally who urged Democrats to stick by the president the last few weeks, is also throwing his support behind Harris.
"One of President Biden's first decisions as the nominee was to select a running mate that he believed possessed the values and vision necessary to continue this country's pursuit toward 'a more perfect Union,'" Clyburn wrote in a statement. "I echo the good judgment he demonstrated in selecting Vice President Harris to lead this nation alongside him, and I am proud to follow his lead in support of her candidacy to succeed him as the Democratic Party's 2024 nominee for President."
"One of President Biden's first decisions as the nominee was to select a running mate that he believed possessed the values and vision necessary to continue this country's pursuit toward 'a more perfect Union,'" Clyburn wrote in a statement. "I echo the good judgment he demonstrated in selecting Vice President Harris to lead this nation alongside him, and I am proud to follow his lead in support of her candidacy to succeed him as the Democratic Party's 2024 nominee for President."
Sen. Bernie Sanders Praises Joe Biden For Serving Country ‘With Honor And Dignity’
Sanders stood behind Biden in a social media post, saying the president has “served our country with honor and dignity.”
“As the first president to ever walk on a picket line with striking workers, he has been the most pro-working class president in modern American history,” said the Vermont independent, who is known for representing the working class and fighting wealth inequality in the Senate.
Sanders himself faced age-related criticism when running for president in both 2016 and 2020.
Like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Sanders was one of many high-profile progressives who continued to strongly support Biden at the top of the ticket while calls grew for the president to drop out.
“As the first president to ever walk on a picket line with striking workers, he has been the most pro-working class president in modern American history,” said the Vermont independent, who is known for representing the working class and fighting wealth inequality in the Senate.
Sanders himself faced age-related criticism when running for president in both 2016 and 2020.
Like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Sanders was one of many high-profile progressives who continued to strongly support Biden at the top of the ticket while calls grew for the president to drop out.
'She's Crazy': Republican Attacks Shift From Joe Biden To Kamala Harris
The Democratic party baton has not officially passed from Biden to Harris, but already, the vice president is facing Republican attacks befitting a presidential front-runner.
Only moments after Biden announced he would not be seeking reelection on Sunday, upending the 2024 race, GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump and his allies unleashed an offensive against Harris, seeking to tie her to Biden’s record on immigration and criticizing her views as too liberal.
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Only moments after Biden announced he would not be seeking reelection on Sunday, upending the 2024 race, GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump and his allies unleashed an offensive against Harris, seeking to tie her to Biden’s record on immigration and criticizing her views as too liberal.
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Kamala Harris Accepts Biden’s Endorsement: 'My Intention Is To Earn And Win This Nomination'
Harris thanked Biden for his leadership and vowed to defeat Trump and Project 2025’s extremist agenda in her first statement since the president dropped out from the race.
“I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination,” Harris said in a statement, adding, “I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda.”
Read Harris' full statement below:
“On behalf of the American people, I thank Joe Biden for his extraordinary leadership as President of the United States and for his decades of service to our country. His remarkable legacy of accomplishment is unmatched in modern American history, surpassing the legacy of many Presidents who have served two terms in office.
“It is a profound honor to serve as his Vice President, and I am deeply grateful to the President, Dr. Biden, and the entire Biden family. I first came to know President Biden through his son Beau. We were friends from our days working together as Attorneys General of our home states. As we worked together, Beau would tell me stories about his Dad. The kind of father—and the kind of man—he was. And the qualities Beau revered in his father are the same qualities, the same values, I have seen every single day in Joe’s leadership as President: His honesty and integrity. His big heart and commitment to his faith and his family. And his love of our country and the American people.
“With this selfless and patriotic act, President Biden is doing what he has done throughout his life of service: putting the American people and our country above everything else.
“I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination. Over the past year, I have traveled across the country, talking with Americans about the clear choice in this momentous election. And that is what I will continue to do in the days and weeks ahead. I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda.
“We have 107 days until Election Day. Together, we will fight. And together, we will win.”
“I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination,” Harris said in a statement, adding, “I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda.”
Read Harris' full statement below:
“On behalf of the American people, I thank Joe Biden for his extraordinary leadership as President of the United States and for his decades of service to our country. His remarkable legacy of accomplishment is unmatched in modern American history, surpassing the legacy of many Presidents who have served two terms in office.
“It is a profound honor to serve as his Vice President, and I am deeply grateful to the President, Dr. Biden, and the entire Biden family. I first came to know President Biden through his son Beau. We were friends from our days working together as Attorneys General of our home states. As we worked together, Beau would tell me stories about his Dad. The kind of father—and the kind of man—he was. And the qualities Beau revered in his father are the same qualities, the same values, I have seen every single day in Joe’s leadership as President: His honesty and integrity. His big heart and commitment to his faith and his family. And his love of our country and the American people.
“With this selfless and patriotic act, President Biden is doing what he has done throughout his life of service: putting the American people and our country above everything else.
“I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination. Over the past year, I have traveled across the country, talking with Americans about the clear choice in this momentous election. And that is what I will continue to do in the days and weeks ahead. I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda.
“We have 107 days until Election Day. Together, we will fight. And together, we will win.”
Rep Lloyd Doggett Calls For Open Process To Pick Biden's Replacement
The first elected Democrat to call on Biden to step aside this month hailed his decision but also suggested the party should not rush to nominate Harris.
“Once again President Biden comes through for America, putting country over ego in a way that Donald Trump never could," Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) said in a statement. "Now we must move forward to offer a nominee, who can win over disaffected voters and energize Democrats. I continue to urge a fair, open, and democratic process to select the nominee best able to convince battleground voters to reject Trump’s dark, retribution-fueled plans."
Doggett acknowledged Harris as the "leading candidate" but said "we should be open to all talented individuals who wish to be considered."
“Once again President Biden comes through for America, putting country over ego in a way that Donald Trump never could," Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) said in a statement. "Now we must move forward to offer a nominee, who can win over disaffected voters and energize Democrats. I continue to urge a fair, open, and democratic process to select the nominee best able to convince battleground voters to reject Trump’s dark, retribution-fueled plans."
Doggett acknowledged Harris as the "leading candidate" but said "we should be open to all talented individuals who wish to be considered."
Trump Campaign Hits At Kamala Harris
The Trump campaign bashed Harris in a new statement as a wave of leading Democrats threw their support behind her.
“Kamala Harris is just as much of joke as Biden is. Harris will be even WORSE for the people of our Nation than Joe Biden,” Trump campaign advisers Chris LaCivita and Susie Wiles said in a statement.
“Harris has been the Enabler in Chief for Crooked Joe this entire time," they continued. "They own each other’s records, and there is no distance between the two. Harris must defend the failed Biden Administration AND her liberal, weak-on-crime record in CA."
"Joe Biden cannot take himself out of a campaign for President because he is too mentally incompetent and still remain in the White House," reads the statement. "Biden is a national security threat in great cognitive decline and a clear and present danger to every man, woman, and child in our country. The question then to Kamala Harris is simple: knowing that Joe Biden withdrew from the campaign because of his rapidly deteriorating condition, does Harris believe the people of America are safe and secure with Joe Biden in the White House for six more months?"
“Kamala Harris is just as much of joke as Biden is. Harris will be even WORSE for the people of our Nation than Joe Biden,” Trump campaign advisers Chris LaCivita and Susie Wiles said in a statement.
“Harris has been the Enabler in Chief for Crooked Joe this entire time," they continued. "They own each other’s records, and there is no distance between the two. Harris must defend the failed Biden Administration AND her liberal, weak-on-crime record in CA."
"Joe Biden cannot take himself out of a campaign for President because he is too mentally incompetent and still remain in the White House," reads the statement. "Biden is a national security threat in great cognitive decline and a clear and present danger to every man, woman, and child in our country. The question then to Kamala Harris is simple: knowing that Joe Biden withdrew from the campaign because of his rapidly deteriorating condition, does Harris believe the people of America are safe and secure with Joe Biden in the White House for six more months?"
Mike Johnson Claims It Would Be 'Unlawful' For Democrats To Replace Biden
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday that replacing President Joe Biden as the presumptive Democratic nominee would be “unlawful,” just hours before the president announced that he is officially stepping aside.
But is Johnson right that there would be legal issues with a different candidate? Earlier this month, election law expert and UCLA professor Rick Hasen said there is no reason Democrats should be unable to legally put forward a different person.
“I don’t put any credence to it. Joe Biden is not the party’s nominee now, and states generally point to the major party’s nominee as the one whose name is on the ballot,” Hasen wrote on July 3 on his website, Election Law Blog.
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But is Johnson right that there would be legal issues with a different candidate? Earlier this month, election law expert and UCLA professor Rick Hasen said there is no reason Democrats should be unable to legally put forward a different person.
“I don’t put any credence to it. Joe Biden is not the party’s nominee now, and states generally point to the major party’s nominee as the one whose name is on the ballot,” Hasen wrote on July 3 on his website, Election Law Blog.
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Pro-Palestinian ‘Uncommitted’ Movement Says Biden’s Israel Support Hurt His Chances
The Uncommitted National Movement, which played a significant part in Biden’s primary election results in Michigan, released a statement saying that the president hurt his own chances at being the nominee due to his administration’s policy on Gaza.
“For months, we’ve warned that Biden’s support for Israel’s assault on Gaza would hurt his electability. Now, it’s crucial for Vice President Harris to take a clear stance against weapons for Israel’s war and occupation against Palestinians,” Uncommitted leader Layla Elabed wrote.
Elabed said that the U.S. government’s decision to continue sending weapons to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his military “makes a mockery of Democrats’ claims to fight against MAGA authoritarianism.”
“It’s time to align our actions with our values,” she continued. “Vice President Harris can start the process to earn back trust by turning the page from Biden’s horrific policies on Gaza.”
The movement was created by mostly pro-Palestinian Democrats who felt ignored and disillusioned by Biden, leading 100,000 Michigan voters to cast their primary ballot for “uncommitted” instead of for the president.
“For months, we’ve warned that Biden’s support for Israel’s assault on Gaza would hurt his electability. Now, it’s crucial for Vice President Harris to take a clear stance against weapons for Israel’s war and occupation against Palestinians,” Uncommitted leader Layla Elabed wrote.
Elabed said that the U.S. government’s decision to continue sending weapons to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his military “makes a mockery of Democrats’ claims to fight against MAGA authoritarianism.”
“It’s time to align our actions with our values,” she continued. “Vice President Harris can start the process to earn back trust by turning the page from Biden’s horrific policies on Gaza.”
The movement was created by mostly pro-Palestinian Democrats who felt ignored and disillusioned by Biden, leading 100,000 Michigan voters to cast their primary ballot for “uncommitted” instead of for the president.
Barack Obama Applauds Joe Biden's Decision, Stops Short Of Endorsing Kamala Harris
Former President Barack Obama applauded Biden's decision to leave the race.
"Joe Biden has been one of America’s most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner to me" said Obama, who chose Biden as his running mate in 2008. "Today, we’ve also been reminded — again — that he’s a patriot of the highest order."
“For him to look at the political landscape and decide that he should pass the torch to a new nominee is surely one of the toughest in his life,” Obama continued. “But I know he wouldn’t make this decision unless he believed it was right for America. It’s a testament to Joe Biden’s love of country — and a historic example of a genuine public servant once again putting the interests of the American people ahead of his own that future generations of leaders will do well to follow.”
His statement didn’t include an endorsement for Harris, whom Biden has backed as his replacement.
“We will be navigating uncharted waters in the days ahead,” Obama continued. “But I have extraordinary confidence that the leaders of our party will be able to create a process from which an outstanding nominee emerges.”
"Joe Biden has been one of America’s most consequential presidents, as well as a dear friend and partner to me" said Obama, who chose Biden as his running mate in 2008. "Today, we’ve also been reminded — again — that he’s a patriot of the highest order."
“For him to look at the political landscape and decide that he should pass the torch to a new nominee is surely one of the toughest in his life,” Obama continued. “But I know he wouldn’t make this decision unless he believed it was right for America. It’s a testament to Joe Biden’s love of country — and a historic example of a genuine public servant once again putting the interests of the American people ahead of his own that future generations of leaders will do well to follow.”
His statement didn’t include an endorsement for Harris, whom Biden has backed as his replacement.
“We will be navigating uncharted waters in the days ahead,” Obama continued. “But I have extraordinary confidence that the leaders of our party will be able to create a process from which an outstanding nominee emerges.”
Donald Trump’s Social Media Screed Continues
Trump returned to Truth Social with more harsh words about Biden.
“He was annihilated in an Earth Shattering Debate, and now the Corrupt and Radical Democrats are throwing him overboard,” he wrote in another lengthy post.
He still hasn’t posted about Harris, whom Biden has endorsed to replace him at the top of the ticket.
“He was annihilated in an Earth Shattering Debate, and now the Corrupt and Radical Democrats are throwing him overboard,” he wrote in another lengthy post.
He still hasn’t posted about Harris, whom Biden has endorsed to replace him at the top of the ticket.
Virginia Sens. Tim Kaine, Mark Warner Endorses Harris
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.), who was the Democratic nominee for vice president in 2016, said he was looking forward to working with Harris now that Biden has dropped out of the race.
Kaine is running for reelection this November.
“As I have been saying for weeks, President [Joe Biden] is a patriotic American who has always put the needs of our country ahead of himself,” he said in a statement, highlighting Biden’s career.
“I am laser-focused on building on the historic accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, by continuing to lower costs for Virginians, protecting our democracy at home and abroad, and safeguarding Americans’ reproductive freedoms,” he continued.
“I’m looking forward to working with my friend [Harris] and a great ticket mate to keep Virginia blue so that we can continue to build on our progress.”
Sen. Mark Warner, another Democrat in Virginia, also backed Harris.
Warner was part of early efforts to urge Biden to drop out of the race.
“While there has to be an orderly process and the decision ultimately rests in the hands of the DNC delegates, I believe Vice President Harris has the experience, energy, and resolve to lead our nation,” Warner said in a statement.
Kaine is running for reelection this November.
“As I have been saying for weeks, President [Joe Biden] is a patriotic American who has always put the needs of our country ahead of himself,” he said in a statement, highlighting Biden’s career.
“I am laser-focused on building on the historic accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, by continuing to lower costs for Virginians, protecting our democracy at home and abroad, and safeguarding Americans’ reproductive freedoms,” he continued.
“I’m looking forward to working with my friend [Harris] and a great ticket mate to keep Virginia blue so that we can continue to build on our progress.”
Sen. Mark Warner, another Democrat in Virginia, also backed Harris.
Warner was part of early efforts to urge Biden to drop out of the race.
“While there has to be an orderly process and the decision ultimately rests in the hands of the DNC delegates, I believe Vice President Harris has the experience, energy, and resolve to lead our nation,” Warner said in a statement.
Report: Gavin Newsom and Gretchen Whitmer Are Not Planning on Challenging Harris For Nomination
Democratic Govs. Gavin Newsom (CA) and Gretch Whitmer (MI) are not planning to challenge Harris for the presidential nomination, CBS News' Robert Costa reports.
“Already in this immediate aftermath of President Biden’s momentous decision, you see behind the scenes Democratic consolidation,” Costa said. “The real race will be for vice presidential nomination on the Democratic side.”
“Already in this immediate aftermath of President Biden’s momentous decision, you see behind the scenes Democratic consolidation,” Costa said. “The real race will be for vice presidential nomination on the Democratic side.”
NYT Report: Biden Campaign Staffers Urged Delegates For Support 30 Before Announcement
New York Times reporter Kenneth Vogel reported that Biden’s campaign staffers were taken by surprise when Biden announced he was dropping out.
Staffers were reportedly still making calls to delegates, urging them to publicly support Biden, 30 minutes before the announcement was made.
Staffers were reportedly still making calls to delegates, urging them to publicly support Biden, 30 minutes before the announcement was made.
Now What? Here’s How The Process Of Picking A New Candidate Looks: WaPo
Now that Biden has officially dropped out of the race, Democratic delegates need to pick a new candidate at the DNC – and even if the president already endorsed Harris, there still needs to be a formal process to nominate her.
The Washington Post has published an explainer about the party’s options going forward, and what picking a new Democratic candidate looks like. The basics: Democrats can either hold a virtual roll call to select a nominee before the convention, or they can turn the DNC into a mini-primary.
The Washington Post has published an explainer about the party’s options going forward, and what picking a new Democratic candidate looks like. The basics: Democrats can either hold a virtual roll call to select a nominee before the convention, or they can turn the DNC into a mini-primary.
Nancy Pelosi Says Biden “One of the Most Consequential Presidents in American History”
House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi — who reportedly worked behind the scenes to convince Biden to step aside— thanked Biden in a social media post for his service to the country.
“President Joe Biden is a patriotic American who has always put our country first," Pelosi wrote. "His legacy of vision, values and leadership make him one of the most consequential Presidents in American history."
She continued: “With love and gratitude to President Biden for always believing in the promise of America and giving people the opportunity to reach their fulfillment.“
"God blessed America with Joe Biden’s greatness and goodness," Pelosi concluded.
“President Joe Biden is a patriotic American who has always put our country first," Pelosi wrote. "His legacy of vision, values and leadership make him one of the most consequential Presidents in American history."
She continued: “With love and gratitude to President Biden for always believing in the promise of America and giving people the opportunity to reach their fulfillment.“
"God blessed America with Joe Biden’s greatness and goodness," Pelosi concluded.
Biden Hit A New Low In Recent Poll
A recent poll conducted by The Economist and YouGov America found that 49% of adult citizens believed Trump would win the election if Biden remained in the race.
Only 26% thought Biden would win.
See the poll results here
Only 26% thought Biden would win.
See the poll results here
Bill And Hillary Clinton Back Kamala Harris
Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton issued a joint statement Sunday backing Harris as the Democratic nominee.
The two thanked Biden for his lengthy career of public service and warned of the "threat posed by a second Trump term."
"Now is the time to support Kamala Harris and fight with everything we've got to elect her," they said.
See their full statement here.
The two thanked Biden for his lengthy career of public service and warned of the "threat posed by a second Trump term."
"Now is the time to support Kamala Harris and fight with everything we've got to elect her," they said.
See their full statement here.
Trump Now The Oldest Presidential Nominee In U.S. History
Biden stepping away from his reelection bid means Trump is now the oldest presidential nominee in U.S. history, Axios reports.
Trump is 78 years old. Biden was 77 when he was elected in 2020.
Harris, who Biden backed upon dropping out of the race Sunday, will be 60 on Inauguration Day.
Trump is 78 years old. Biden was 77 when he was elected in 2020.
Harris, who Biden backed upon dropping out of the race Sunday, will be 60 on Inauguration Day.
Hakeem Jeffries Responds To Biden Leaving 2024 Race
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) described Biden as “one of the most accomplished and consequential leaders in American history” in a statement celebrating his presidential accomplishments.
“In less than one term, he reduced the nation from a once-in-a-century pandemic, brought the economy roaring back from the Brik of recession, enacted consequential legislation for everyday Americans and saved our democracy be defeating the Insurrectionist-in-Chief,” Jeffries said.
“In less than one term, he reduced the nation from a once-in-a-century pandemic, brought the economy roaring back from the Brik of recession, enacted consequential legislation for everyday Americans and saved our democracy be defeating the Insurrectionist-in-Chief,” Jeffries said.
DNC Promises 'Transparent And Orderly Process' To Select New Nominee
Democratic National Committee chairman Jaime Harrison released a statement Sunday on the upcoming process to select a new nominee.
"In the coming days, the Party will undertake a transparent and orderly process to move forward as a united Democratic Party with a candidate who can defeat Donald Trump in November," Harrison said. "This process will be governed by established rules and procedures of the Party. Our delegates are prepared to take seriously their responsibility in swiftly delivering a candidate to the American people."
He continued: “Democrats are prepared and united in our resolve to win in November. As we move forward to formally select our Party’s nominee, our values as Democrats remain the same – lowering costs, restoring freedom, protecting the rights of all people, and saving our democracy from the threat of dictatorship. We have and will continue to make this case to the American people."
“In short order, the American people will hear from the Democratic Party on next steps and the path forward for the nomination process," Harrison concluded.
"In the coming days, the Party will undertake a transparent and orderly process to move forward as a united Democratic Party with a candidate who can defeat Donald Trump in November," Harrison said. "This process will be governed by established rules and procedures of the Party. Our delegates are prepared to take seriously their responsibility in swiftly delivering a candidate to the American people."
He continued: “Democrats are prepared and united in our resolve to win in November. As we move forward to formally select our Party’s nominee, our values as Democrats remain the same – lowering costs, restoring freedom, protecting the rights of all people, and saving our democracy from the threat of dictatorship. We have and will continue to make this case to the American people."
“In short order, the American people will hear from the Democratic Party on next steps and the path forward for the nomination process," Harrison concluded.
Key Progressive Congresswoman Endorses Harris For President
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, offered an “enthusiastic endorsement” of Harris for president less than an hour after Biden announced he was dropping his campaign.
Jayapal announced the endorsement along with a lengthy statement praising Biden’s presidential accomplishments.
“I am forever grateful to President Biden for saving our country from COVID and a Donald Trump presidency, and for the tremendous legacy of service he has given to our country,” the statement concluded.
Read the whole statement here.
Jayapal announced the endorsement along with a lengthy statement praising Biden’s presidential accomplishments.
“I am forever grateful to President Biden for saving our country from COVID and a Donald Trump presidency, and for the tremendous legacy of service he has given to our country,” the statement concluded.
Read the whole statement here.
How History Might Remember Joe Biden's Presidency
Millions of new jobs, many in a flourishing new American manufacturing sector geared toward clean energy.
Higher prices at the grocery store, but also more dollars in paychecks.
A record low in the number of Americans without health insurance, plus a historic — if fleeting — reduction in child poverty.
Stronger international alliances, amid a bloody invasion of Ukraine and civilian catastrophe in the Middle East.
These are among the major developments tied to policy initiatives of Biden’s presidency — which, because of his decision not to seek reelection, will end one way or another by Jan. 20, 2025. By any reasonable standard, they add up to a tenure of enormous consequence.
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Higher prices at the grocery store, but also more dollars in paychecks.
A record low in the number of Americans without health insurance, plus a historic — if fleeting — reduction in child poverty.
Stronger international alliances, amid a bloody invasion of Ukraine and civilian catastrophe in the Middle East.
These are among the major developments tied to policy initiatives of Biden’s presidency — which, because of his decision not to seek reelection, will end one way or another by Jan. 20, 2025. By any reasonable standard, they add up to a tenure of enormous consequence.
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Jill Biden Posts Heart Emoji In Response To Biden Dropping Out
First lady Jill Biden posted a pink hearts emoji in response to her husband dropping out of the presidential race.
Biden's Granddaughter Encourages His Supporters To 'Keep The Faith'
Naomi Biden, the president's eldest granddaughter, posted a statement to X saying how proud she is of the decision he's made, and telling those who've had his back to "keep the faith."
"Not only has he been—and will continue to be—the most effective president of our lifetime, but he has likely already cemented himself as the most effective and impactful public servant in our nation’s history," she said. "He has been at the center of, and had a material impact on, literally every single major issue that our country and world has faced for 50 years."
Read her statement here.
"Not only has he been—and will continue to be—the most effective president of our lifetime, but he has likely already cemented himself as the most effective and impactful public servant in our nation’s history," she said. "He has been at the center of, and had a material impact on, literally every single major issue that our country and world has faced for 50 years."
Read her statement here.
Pete Buttigieg Praises Biden’s Presidency
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg celebrated Biden as “among the best and most consequential presidents in American history.”
“I am so proud to serve under his leadership, and thankful for his unwavering focus on what is best for our country,” Buttigieg posted on X.
“I am so proud to serve under his leadership, and thankful for his unwavering focus on what is best for our country,” Buttigieg posted on X.
Biden Spoke With Harris Ahead Of Announcement: Report
MSNBC reports Biden spoke with Harris before making his announcement today.
Donald Trump Says Kamala Harris Will Be Easier To Beat Than Joe Biden
Trump told CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins that he believes it will be easier to beat Harris than Biden in the 2024 race.
Just minutes after Biden dropped out of the race, Trump wrote on Truth Social that Biden was “not fit to run for president and “not fit to serve.”
Just minutes after Biden dropped out of the race, Trump wrote on Truth Social that Biden was “not fit to run for president and “not fit to serve.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson Calls On Biden To Resign 'Immediately'
After Biden announced he was dropping his reelection bid, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) called on Biden to "resign the office immediately."
"If Joe Biden is not fit to run for President, he is not fit to serve as President. He must resign the office immediately," Johnson said in a statement posted to X. "November 5 cannot arrive soon enough."
Johnson claimed the Democratic party "forced" Biden off the ballot, and said Harris — who Biden endorsed — "co-owns the disastrous policy failures" of the current administration.
See his entire statement here.
"If Joe Biden is not fit to run for President, he is not fit to serve as President. He must resign the office immediately," Johnson said in a statement posted to X. "November 5 cannot arrive soon enough."
Johnson claimed the Democratic party "forced" Biden off the ballot, and said Harris — who Biden endorsed — "co-owns the disastrous policy failures" of the current administration.
See his entire statement here.
Former Biden Chief Of Staff Ron Klain Gets Petty After News Of Drop Out
Ron Klain, who served as Biden’s chief of staff and continues to be a fierce ally of the president, posted on social media implying that Biden dropping out is due to Democratic donors and politicians pressuring him.
“Now that the donors and electeds have pushed out the only candidate who has ever beaten Trump, it’s time to end the political fantasy games and unite behind the only veteran of a national campaign – our outstanding [vice president], Kamala Harris,” Klain wrote on X. “Let’s get real and win in November!”
“Now that the donors and electeds have pushed out the only candidate who has ever beaten Trump, it’s time to end the political fantasy games and unite behind the only veteran of a national campaign – our outstanding [vice president], Kamala Harris,” Klain wrote on X. “Let’s get real and win in November!”
Donald Trump Says Joe Biden Was ‘Not Fit To Run For President’
Just minutes after Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, Trump wrote on Truth Social that Biden was “not fit to run for president.”
“Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and is certainly not fit to serve - And never was,” Trump wrote. “He only attained the position of President by lies, Fake News, and not leaving his Basement. All those around him, including his Doctor and the Media, knew that he wasn’t capable of being President, and he wasn’t - And now, look what he’s done to our Country, with millions of people coming across our Border, totally unchecked and unvetted, many from prisons, mental institutions, and record numbers of terrorists. We will suffer greatly because of his presidency, but we will remedy the damage he has done very quickly. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
“Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and is certainly not fit to serve - And never was,” Trump wrote. “He only attained the position of President by lies, Fake News, and not leaving his Basement. All those around him, including his Doctor and the Media, knew that he wasn’t capable of being President, and he wasn’t - And now, look what he’s done to our Country, with millions of people coming across our Border, totally unchecked and unvetted, many from prisons, mental institutions, and record numbers of terrorists. We will suffer greatly because of his presidency, but we will remedy the damage he has done very quickly. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”
Joe Biden Endorses Kamala Harris
Biden immediately threw his support behind Harris.
"My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term," Biden wrote on X. "My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best decision I’ve made. Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this."
"My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term," Biden wrote on X. "My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best decision I’ve made. Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year. Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this."
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