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Harris reflects on why she did not ask Biden to quit sooner

Harris reflects on why she did not ask Biden to quit sooner

Summary

Former Vice-President Kamala Harris shared that she regrets not encouraging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race earlier. President Biden ended his re-election campaign in July 2024 after facing concerns about his health and performance. Harris also mentioned she might run for president again in the future.

Key Facts

  • Kamala Harris expressed concern about not discussing her doubts on Biden running again in the presidential race.
  • President Biden ended his re-election bid in July 2024 following a difficult debate against President Trump.
  • Harris replaced Biden as the Democratic nominee but lost to Trump.
  • In her book "107 Days," Harris reflects on whether she should have advised Biden not to run again.
  • Harris discussed the difference between Biden's ability to perform presidential duties and the demands of an election campaign.
  • Harris worried that discussing Biden's health might make it seem like she was promoting her own interests.
  • There have been discussions about why Biden's inner circle did not challenge his decision to run again more strongly.
  • Kamala Harris is considering running for president again but has ruled out a gubernatorial run in California.

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