Biden Endorses Kamala Harris for Historic Presidential Run

President Joe Biden officially endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's candidate for the 2024 presidential election during the Democratic National Convention. Biden emphasized the importance of democracy and highlighted the successes of his administration, urging Americans to vote for Harris and Tim Waltz as President and Vice President.

In a historic move, President Joe Biden formally endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's candidate for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Biden, 81, praised Harris as the best person to save democracy.

Biden's endorsement was met with cheers from thousands of Democratic Party members, who gathered to support the shift in leadership. Harris, 59, is expected to officially accept the nomination on Thursday and face off against Republican contender Donald Trump in the November 5 election.

The President urged Americans to vote, emphasizing the need to preserve democracy and touting Harris and candidate Tim Waltz's roles in key legislative victories. Biden highlighted their administration's achievements, including expanded health insurance coverage and lower prescription drug prices, while attacking Trump's failures.

(With inputs from agencies.)