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2024 Democratic nomination: Vice President Harris is positioning herself as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election, gathering support and making public appearances, while criticism surrounds the US Secret Service director's refusal to resign.
Vice President Kamala Harris is asserting her position as the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election following President Joe Biden's decision to step down. Harris has been gathering support from key Democrats and making public appearances to solidify her stance. Meanwhile, there is criticism from both parties regarding the US Secret Service director, Kimberly Cheetah, who refuses to resign despite recent events. The former Secret Service director, Stuart Knight, resigned after similar incidents. The political landscape continues to evolve, and Morning Wire will keep you updated on the latest developments. If you're looking for a better way to manage your business finances, consider RAMP. Businesses using RAMP save an average of 5% in the first year and receive a $250 bonus when they join. Visit RAMP.com/wire to learn more.
Democratic Party Shift: After Joe Biden's VP pick, Kamala Harris, there's been a surge in endorsements, donations, and public support from Democratic figures and donors.
Since Joe Biden's vice presidential pick, Kamala Harris, was announced, there has been a significant shift in the Democratic Party. Endorsements from Democratic governors and members of Congress, including high-profile figures like Nancy Pelosi and potential rivals, have poured in. Additionally, Democratic donors have shown their support with record-breaking fundraising numbers, bringing in over $231 million for Harris in just a few days. Notably, many big money donors had withheld their contributions until after Biden stepped down. Despite this, President Biden has been largely absent from the public eye since the announcement, making only a brief appearance during a Harris campaign event.
Biden-Harris ticket, Vince rally: Biden expresses confidence in Harris as running mate amidst Republican calls for his resignation. Harris faces criticism from Vince during first solo rally. Polls comparing Harris and Trump emerge as election approaches.
The political landscape has shifted dramatically following Joe Biden's announcement of Kamala Harris as his running mate. Biden expressed his confidence in Harris and urged his team to embrace her, despite growing calls from Republicans for him to resign due to concerns about his fitness for office. Vince, the Green Party nominee, held his first solo rally and criticized Harris, accusing her of being chosen by party elites rather than voters. Meanwhile, the first polls comparing Harris to Trump have begun to emerge. In the midst of these developments, it's clear that the race for the presidency is heating up, with both major parties and third-party candidates vying for support. The next few months are sure to bring more twists and turns as the election approaches.
2024 Democratic Nomination Race: The 2024 Democratic nomination race is a close contest between Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, with no clear front-runner at this stage. Potential challengers include governors Jared Polis, Gavin Newsom, and Gretchen Whitmer. The election landscape is expected to change as Harris is reintroduced as a candidate, and no one can take the race for granted.
The 2024 Democratic presidential nomination race is shaping up to be a close contest between Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, with no clear front-runner at this stage. Despite many Democrats endorsing Harris following Biden's decision to not run again, there is speculation about potential challengers, including governors Jared Polis, Gavin Newsom, and Gretchen Whitmer. The numbers from post-debate polls are unclear, with Biden leading in only two out of twelve RCP polls and Trump slightly ahead in the latest poll from Morning Consult. The election landscape has been reset, and the numbers are expected to change as Harris is reintroduced as a candidate. Regardless, no one can take this race for granted. Meanwhile, a new product called Zebiotics Pre-alcohol is gaining attention as it helps break down the toxic byproduct created when the body breaks down alcohol, allowing for a more productive morning after a night out. Use code "wire" at checkout to get 15% off your first order at zbiotics.com/wire.
Democratic primary uncertainty: Despite Kamala Harris's lead, the Democratic primary remains uncertain due to lack of clear frontrunner, potential contested convention, and need for strong challenger or endorsement from influential figures like Obama and Biden.
The Democratic Party is currently in a state of uncertainty regarding the upcoming presidential primary. Kamala Harris is currently leading the race with several high-profile endorsements, but some voices, including former President Barack Obama, have suggested the need for a "process" to determine the strongest candidate. Joe Biden's influence and lack of an endorsement for Harris adds to the uncertainty. Former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg has also expressed hesitance about the rush to choose a nominee. If no strong challenger emerges, the delegates could make the decision, potentially leading to a contested convention. If Harris gains enough support, she will need to choose a running mate, with names like Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and California Secretary of State Shirley Weber being mentioned as possibilities. The ultimate outcome remains uncertain, with the possibility of a contested convention or a clear nominee emerging from the endorsements and support coalescing around Harris.
Younger presidential running mates: Historical precedent of pairing older and younger running mates for balance, but recent events have complicated the narrative around age and ability in politics
The ongoing discussion surrounding potential running mates for the 2024 presidential election is focusing on younger candidates, with some names being mentioned more frequently than others. The possibility of a younger candidate being paired with an older running mate for balance was brought up, as seen in historical examples like JFK and LBJ or George W. Bush and Dick Cheney. However, the narrative of a candidate's age being a determining factor in their ability to serve as president has been complicated by Trump's recent actions following the assassination attempt against him. During a Congressional oversight hearing, Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheadle took full responsibility for the security failure at Trump's rally, facing criticism from both Republicans and Democrats. The focus on younger candidates and the ongoing debate about age and ability in politics continues to evolve.
Secret Service hearing: The Secret Service hearing did not provide significant new information about the failed assassination attempt on former President Trump, as important questions remained unanswered and the Director, 'Cheetah,' was hesitant to provide direct answers.
The Director of the Secret Service, "Cheetah," faced intense pressure from lawmakers to resign after the failed assassination attempt on former President Trump. However, she refused to step down, citing her commitment to finding answers. The hearing revealed that Cheetah was hesitant to provide direct answers, leading to frustration among committee members. Important questions, such as whether there was an agent on the roof and if the attempted assassin acted alone, were left unanswered. Additionally, there were accusations that Homeland Security denied the Trump team's requests for additional protection, but the department's stance on this issue was unclear. Overall, the hearing did not yield significant new information about the incident.
Secret Service security measures: Former White House aide's testimony revealed security vulnerabilities, but lack of clear answers from Secret Service on denied requests does not necessarily mean a breach is imminent
During a Congressional hearing, former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson testified about an incident where a gunman was able to breach the security perimeter and fire at President Trump. Congressman Jim Jordan questioned Hutchinson about her previous statements regarding the Secret Service denying requests for additional security measures. Hutchinson clarified that she neither guessed nor lied when she stated that requests were not turned down, but did not provide a definitive answer on how many requests were denied. She emphasized that a denial of a request does not equate to a vulnerability. Despite the lack of clear answers from the Secret Service on this security failure, public interest in the matter remains high.