Kamala Harris

2024 - 7 - 21

Kamala Who? The Vice-President Shakes Up the Race with Unseen Moves!

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Catch the latest buzz on Kamala Harris as she goes from 'invisible' to favorite in the race for 2024!

Kamala Harris, once labeled as 'invisible,' is now taking center stage in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. Following President Joe Biden’s unexpected exit from the race, Harris has emerged as a frontrunner, gaining substantial support within her party and causing eyebrows to raise across Europe. As she gears up for a potential showdown with Donald Trump in November, the stakes are getting higher and all eyes are on her and her upcoming campaign strategies.

Quickly adapting to her newly elevated status, Harris has introduced a refreshing ‘brat’ rebrand, borrowing from trends popularized by the singer Charlie XCX. This playful image might just resonate with younger voters who are scrolling through their feeds looking for something that stands out amidst the political noise. However, while Harris’s campaign is gathering momentum, some prominent Democrats have remained shy about endorsing her. The whispers of an internal power struggle are growing, prompting many to wonder just who could be joining her on the hypothetical ticket if she secures the nomination.

But it isn’t all fun and games—Harris's campaign is anchored in solid policy continuity, anticipating that she will largely uphold Biden's approaches on significant international issues, including relations with China and the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. This strategic stance positions her as a trustworthy candidate for both party loyalists and moderate voters. However, it's clear that merely winning the nomination could be the easy part; the real challenge lies ahead in countering the notorious Donald Trump, who is expected to launch his own aggressive campaign.

Interestingly, Harris has already raised a whopping $81 million since Biden's exit, signaling strong financial backing from enthusiastic voters eager for change. Additionally, speculation about potential running mates has stirred conversations among political pundits, further fueling the excitement as Harris embraces her potential as the Democratic nominee. Given her previous experience as a prosecutor, she confidently asserts, "I know Donald Trump’s type," hinting at the aggressive tactics she might employ to clinch the presidency. The campaign trail is heating up, and Kamala Harris is here to stir the pot!

Fun Fact: Did you know that Kamala Harris is the first woman of South Asian descent to become a U.S. Vice President? Talk about breaking barriers!

Plus, here's a little tidbit: Harris’s rebranding draws inspiration from pop culture—word is, her campaign team is tapping into the support of memes. Who knew the race to the Oval Office could include such viral elements?

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'Invisible' Kamala Harris struggles to win over Europe (POLITICO.eu)

Vice President Harris is now the favorite to become the Democratic nominee to take on Donald Trump in November's election. Speaking candidly, centrist European ...

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US election: After Biden, who has endorsed Kamala Harris – and ... (Aljazeera.com)

Many Democrats rallied behind Biden's decision, but some prominent voices have refrained from endorsing Harris.

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If Kamala Harris wins the nomination, who could be her running mate? (The Guardian)

The vice-president is in pole position to be the Democratic nominee – and thoughts have turned to a possible No 2.

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A shortlist of Democrats who could be a vice presidential pick for ... (CNN)

With President Joe Biden's support unleashing a flood of endorsements from nearly every prominent Democrat in the country, Kamala Harris has emerged as the ...

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What is Kamala Harris' 'brat' rebrand all about? (BBC News)

In the opening hours of her campaign she is leaning heavily into a trend popularised by popstar Charlie XCX.

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How Kamala Harris views the world: From Gaza and Russia to ... (Aljazeera.com)

US candidate Harris is expected to remain consistent with Biden's policies on China, Ukraine and Gaza for the most part.

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What are Kamala Harris's chances against Donald Trump? (Financial Times)

US vice-president Kamala Harris is now the heavy favourite to replace Joe Biden as the Democratic party's presidential candidate to fight Donald Trump in ...

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US election live updates: Kamala Harris makes first public ... (ABC News)

US Vice-President Kamala Harris steps out for the first time since Joe Biden announced he would drop out of the presidential race and endorse her to run in ...

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The Democrats who have endorsed Kamala Harris to replace Biden ... (The Washington Post)

We're also tracking the Democrats who are not endorsing Harris and calling for an open primary instead.

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Kamala Harris raises $81m after Biden's presidential race exit (BBC News)

Democrats poured $81m (£62.6m) in donations into Vice-President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign since President Joe Biden dropped out of the race on ...

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Who are the favourites to become Kamala Harris's running mate? (Financial Times)

With prominent Democrats rallying round vice-president Kamala Harris in her bid to become the party's nominee in the US presidential race, attention is now ...

Has Kamala Harris got what it takes to beat Donald Trump? (BBC News)

Becoming the Democratic nominee may be the easy part. The hard part will be taking on the Republican in November.

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As Harris launches her presidential run, the veepstakes is on. Here's ... (NPR)

With the announcement that President Biden would no longer run for the Democratic nomination, and his endorsement of Vice President Harris, the focus is on ...

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The internet says Kamala Harris is 'brat,' and her campaign is ... (Reuters)

Kamala Harris is not yet the Democratic Party's candidate for president but her status online is already clear: she is a meme.

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Alaska Democratic Party endorses Kamala Harris after Biden steps ... (Alaska Public Media News)

Alaska's delegation to the Democratic National Convention endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in the wake of Joe Biden's announcement Sunday that he would ...

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'The baton is in our hands': Harris closes in on nomination as Biden ... (The Guardian)

On Monday afternoon, what has now become the Harris presidential election campaign announced an all-time record fundraising in the first 24 hours of a candidacy ...

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'I know Donald Trump's type': Harris touts her record as a prosecutor ... (CNN)

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks from her campaign headquarters in Delaware after President Biden officially stepped down from the 2024 presidential race ...

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Kamala Harris hails Joe Biden's legacy in first speech since he quit ... (Aljazeera.com)

Harris lauds Biden for his service to the US in first public appearance since he abruptly abandoned his re-election bid.

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Kamala Harris is no dominating leader – and that may be her ... (The Guardian)

A shortage of accomplishments as vice-president does not matter: her real job is to weld together a shattered Democratic party, says the Guardian columnist ...

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Kamala Harris And The Glass Cliff That Lies Ahead Of Her (Forbes)

President Biden, 81, announced that he will end his 2024 presidential re-election campaign and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to replace him as the ...

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Where does Kamala Harris stand on key policy issues? (Financial Times)

Harris was first elected as district attorney of San Francisco in 2003. She later served as attorney-general of California before being elected to the US Senate ...

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Kamala Harris promises a 'brighter future' in first campaign speech ... (Financial Times)

Frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination attracts record $81mn in donations in just 24 hours.

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Those Kamala Harris 'coconut tree' memes are organic. Handle with ... (The Washington Post)

How did the vice president become an online humor hero? By being herself.

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Newspaper headlines: Kamala Harris 'anointed' as 'dollars pour in' (BBC News)

Nearly all the papers focus on the US presidential race for a second day, as Vice-President Kamala Harris secured a wave of endorsements from leading ...

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Kamala Harris earns enough delegate support to become ... (The Guardian)

Support of California delegation puts vice-president over threshold needed when party meets at Chicago convention.

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Joe Biden tells campaign staff leaving race was right thing to do (BBC News)

The president asked his former campaign to embrace Vice-President Kamala Harris.

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New York's state delegates vote to support Kamala Harris at DNC (City & State)

With the support of New York's delegates, the vice president now has enough votes to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination.

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Joe Biden vows to 'work like hell' for Kamala Harris - as vice ... (Sky News)

Joe Biden has made his first public comments since he announced on Sunday he would be quitting the 2024 White House race and endorsing his vice president.

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Who is Kamala Harris? The life of the woman stepping into the 2024 ... (CNN)

She would later become the first HBCU graduate to be elected vice president. After college, Harris returned to California and attended law school at the ...

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Kamala Harris's Record on Abortion Rights Shows Strong Support (Scientific American)

If Harris becomes the Democratic presidential nominee, reproductive rights will likely be a key focus of her campaign, experts say.

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The time Kamala Harris upset the Brits (POLITICO.eu)

The probable Democratic presidential candidate ruffled feathers when she visited Britain back in November.

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Kamala Harris lacks charisma and time (The Economist)

But, if nominated, that does not rule out her defeating Donald Trump | United States.

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Kamala Harris lashes out at Trump as Democrats unite (eNCA)

UNITED STATES - US Vice President Kamala Harris launched her election campaign Monday with a blistering personal attack on Donald Trump and vowed to win in ...

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Kamala Harris lashes out at Trump as Democrats unite (eNCA)

UNITED STATES - US Vice President Kamala Harris launched her election campaign Monday with a blistering personal attack on Donald Trump and vowed to win in ...

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Newspaper headlines: Kamala Harris 'anointed' as 'dollars pour in' (BBC News)

Most of the papers focus on the latest from the US, as Kamala Harris wins more endorsements and donations.

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Biden has backed Kamala Harris for President. What happens next ... (BBC News)

The path for a Democratic nominee is less than clear months before the election.

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'I know Trump's type': Harris touts prosecutor past, gains most ... (Aljazeera.com)

United States Vice President Kamala Harris has pledged to take the fight to Donald Trump as the Democratic Party's presidential nominee, invoking her former ...

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