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U.S. President Joe Biden has officially declined the Democratic nomination to clear the way for his Vice President, Kamala Harris.
He expressed his desire to fully support and endorse Harris as she runs against Donald Trump for the presidency.
“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. 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,” Joe Biden wrote on X.
Aside from Kamala Harris’s political career, here are some interesting facts about her:
Early Life and Education: Born on October 20, 1964, in Oakland, California, Harris is the daughter of an Indian mother and a Jamaican father. She graduated from Howard University and the University of California, Hastings College of the Law.
Historic Vice Presidency: Kamala Harris is the first female, first Black, and first South Asian Vice President of the United States.
Career in Law: Harris began her career in the Alameda County District Attorney's Office before becoming the District Attorney of San Francisco. She then served as the Attorney General of California from 2011 to 2017.
U.S. Senate: Harris was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2016, representing California. During her tenure, she served on several committees, including the Judiciary Committee.
Presidential Run: In 2019, Harris launched her campaign for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination but later withdrew and endorsed Joe Biden.
Publications: Harris is the author of several books, including "The Truths We Hold: An American Journey" and a children's book, "Superheroes Are Everywhere."
Advocacy and Policies: Throughout her career, Harris has been an advocate for criminal justice reform, healthcare reform, and immigration rights.
Family: Harris is married to Douglas Emhoff, the first Second Gentleman of the United States. She has two stepchildren, Cole and Ella.
Hobbies: Outside of her political duties, Harris enjoys listening to music, particularly jazz, and has mentioned artists like John Coltrane and Miles Davis as favorites.
Kamala Harris’s journey and achievements showcase her dedication to public service and breaking numerous barriers.
