Joe Biden Endorses Kamala Harris as Presidential Nominee in Historic Transition

US President Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee during a public event in Maryland. The event celebrated the Biden administration’s success in reducing the cost of prescription drugs. Harris, who has made history as the first woman of color on a major American presidential ticket, is gaining momentum in key battleground states.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 16-08-2024 18:30 IST | Created: 16-08-2024 18:30 IST
Joe Biden Endorses Kamala Harris as Presidential Nominee in Historic Transition
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In a landmark public appearance, US President Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee. The announcement came during an event at Prince George's County Community College in Maryland, where the party celebrated recent successes, including the reduction of prescription drug costs for millions of Americans.

This event provided a window into the Biden-Harris dynamic, as they jointly touted achievements like the newly announced deal to cut drug prices. 'She's going to make one hell of a president,' Biden declared, further emphasizing Harris' qualifications and readiness to lead the nation.

Harris' ascendancy marks historic milestones—she's the first woman of color and the first Indian American to lead a major U.S. presidential ticket. The event also showcased her influence in driving key policy changes, capturing the energy of supporters as they head into a crucial election season.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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