On August 2, 2024, Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the United States, was tentatively declared the Democratic nominee for the upcoming presidential election in November. This significant development comes after a series of events leading to her becoming the presumptive candidate. Here’s a breakdown of how Harris achieved this status and what it means for the upcoming election.
1. The Nomination Process
Kamala Harris secured the majority of delegate votes necessary to become the Democratic nominee through an online “roll call vote” that began on August 1. As reported by AP, Jamie Harrison, the chairman of the Democratic National Committee, confirmed that Harris had garnered over 99% of delegate support. Despite being the sole candidate in the roll call vote, the official announcement of her nomination will be made on August 5, when the vote concludes.
2. Harris’s Path to Nomination
Harris’s ascension to the role of presumptive nominee came as a result of President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the race. Biden, who had declared his intention to run for re-election, faced significant scrutiny over his age and health following a public debate with former President Donald Trump on June 27. Demonstrating signs of frailty, Biden was pressured to step down, which he did on July 21, subsequently endorsing Harris as his successor.
3. The November Election
The upcoming November election is set to be a contest between Kamala Harris and the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump. If elected, Harris, born to an Indian mother and Jamaican father, would become the first Black female President in U.S. history. Her campaign’s next steps include formalizing her candidacy on August 5 and announcing her running mate in the coming week.
4. Key Campaign Additions
Harris’s campaign will benefit from the expertise of David Plouffe, a key figure from Barack Obama’s previous campaigns. Plouffe, who managed Obama’s 2008 and 2012 presidential campaigns, will join Harris’s team to strategize and lead the campaign efforts. This move is expected to bolster Harris’s chances as she faces Trump in the general election.
Kamala Harris's provisional nomination as the Democratic candidate marks a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential race. As she prepares for the formal acceptance of her nomination and the upcoming campaign, all eyes will be on how her candidacy shapes up against Donald Trump. Harris’s potential historic presidency and the strategic additions to her campaign are likely to make for a compelling and closely watched election.
Three-Line Summary for You
- Kamala Harris was tentatively nominated as the Democratic candidate for the 2024 election.
- David Plouffe, a key figure from Obama’s campaigns, will join her team.
- Harris’s candidacy could make her the first Black female President if elected.
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