Vice President Kamala Harris has officially secured the Democratic presidential nomination, making history as the first woman of color to lead a major party ticket. Following a five-day round of online balloting by Democratic National Convention delegates, Harris received an overwhelming 99% of the votes, solidifying her position as the party's standard-bearer.
The nomination comes after a period of intense activity within the Democratic Party, triggered by President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw from the race following a disappointing debate performance in June. Harris and her team swiftly mobilized to garner support from the required 1,976 party delegates, achieving this milestone in just 32 hours after Biden's announcement.
Kamala Harris Set to Announce Running Mate
Vice President Kamala Harris is on the brink of revealing her choice for a running mate, with sources indicating that an announcement is imminent. Harris has reportedly narrowed down her selection to three potential finalists: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. The identity of her chosen running mate remains undisclosed at this time.
The announcement is expected to be made via a video message ahead of a joint appearance with the selected candidate at a rally in Philadelphia. While the exact timing of the announcement is yet to be confirmed, preparations are underway for the unveiling of Harris' running mate.
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