President Joe Biden recently cast his early ballot for Vice President Kamala Harris in Delaware, marking a bittersweet moment for the President. Originally hoping to vote for himself, Biden now proudly supports his chosen successor, albeit earlier than anticipated.
The voting event, held in a low-key manner, contrasts with the grand campaign events that would have likely taken place had Biden still been a candidate. Despite the upcoming election being just eight days away, Biden's schedule this week does not reflect a high demand for his presence as a surrogate.
While Biden had previously hinted at actively campaigning for Vice President Harris in the final months, he has been notably absent from the campaign trail in the closing stretch. His recent union event in Pittsburgh served as an opportunity to criticize Donald Trump and endorse Harris, although it did not receive as much promotion from the Harris campaign as other high-profile rallies featuring figures like the Obamas.
Throughout the week leading up to the election, Biden has a few campaign calls scheduled to rally support for Harris among various groups. Additionally, he plans to attend a union event in Philadelphia, which is classified as an official engagement rather than a campaign rally for Harris.
Aside from these campaign-related activities, the President's week is primarily focused on official duties. This includes receiving briefings on hurricane recovery efforts, hosting a Diwali reception at the White House, delivering remarks on infrastructure in Baltimore, and participating in Halloween festivities at the South Portico.
