Harris Secures Democratic Nomination for 2024: Record-Breaking Fundraising and Early Campaign Push
Vice President Kamala Harris has officially secured enough support to become the Democratic presidential nominee for the 2024 election, according to an Associated Press survey. This milestone follows President Joe Biden’s endorsement of Harris and his decision to withdraw from the reelection race.
In a whirlwind 24 hours, Harris not only garnered the necessary delegate support but also set a new fundraising record, amassing over $81 million—a record sum for the 2024 political cycle. Her rapid success reflects a unified Democratic Party rallying around her candidacy.
Harris’s first major campaign event will take place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin—a key battleground state. This rally marks her initial campaign appearance since Biden’s endorsement and her formal launch on Sunday. Harris’s campaign has quickly gained momentum, raising more than $100 million and securing backing from influential Democratic officials and political groups.
Despite these advances, the AP is holding off on declaring Harris the presumptive nominee, as delegates still have the option to vote for their preferred candidate at the Democratic National Convention in August or in a potential virtual roll call prior to the convention.
The mood among Democratic lawmakers is upbeat, with many expressing optimism about Harris’s campaign. Representative Madeleine Dean of Pennsylvania praised both Biden’s leadership and Harris’s potential, suggesting that selecting Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro as a vice presidential candidate could be a strategic move.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the debate plans, hinting that he might prefer a different venue for the debate, such as Fox News Channel, which is perceived as more favorable to him.
President Biden, who recently recovered from COVID-19 at his Delaware beach home, is expected to return to the White House shortly. Harris’s campaign is poised to make significant strides as she heads into the crucial early stages of her bid for the presidency.