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Kamala Harris Gains Momentum In Democratic Presidential Race

Vice President Kamala Harris arrives at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Del., Monday, July 22, 2024. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times via AP, Pool)

Vice President Kamala Harris is on the verge of securing the Democratic delegates needed to become her party's nominee, setting a new fundraising record in her first 24 hours as a presidential candidate. Prominent Democratic officials and organizations have swiftly thrown their support behind Harris in a bid to defeat Republican Donald Trump.

Harris, speaking in Wilmington, Delaware, expressed confidence in her campaign team and vowed to earn the nomination and win the election. She emphasized themes such as her background as a prosecutor and her commitment to economic opportunity and abortion access in contrast to Trump's record.

President Joe Biden, who is recovering from COVID-19, called in to offer his support to Harris and reiterated his commitment to campaign on her behalf. Biden's decision to step aside has paved the way for Harris to take the lead in the presidential race.

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Harris is set to hold her first full-fledged campaign event in Wisconsin as she ramps up her White House bid. With endorsements from key figures like governors and party leaders, Harris is quickly gaining support from delegates, positioning herself as the frontrunner for the nomination.

Following Biden's endorsement, Harris's campaign saw a surge in fundraising, setting a new record with contributions from over 888,000 donors. She has also garnered significant volunteer interest, indicating strong enthusiasm for her candidacy.

As Harris navigates the path to the nomination, she faces the task of selecting a running mate and transitioning Biden's political operation to support her campaign. With just over 100 days until Election Day, Harris is focused on uniting the Democratic Party and building momentum for the general election.

The Democratic National Convention, scheduled for August, will see Harris formally nominated as the party's candidate. The party is finalizing its nomination process, with a virtual roll call planned to ensure a fast and fair selection.

With Harris poised to make history as the first woman and person of South Asian descent to be president, the Democratic Party is rallying behind her in a show of unity and support.

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