Republican leader, Vivek Ramaswamy, known for his political insights, made a bold prediction regarding the Democratic nominee for the upcoming presidential election: “Look, I say this as somebody who a year ago predicted Joe was not going to be the nominee. I’m going to predict that Kamala Harris is not going to be the nominee either. I would not write off the possibility that it ends up being Michelle Obama.”
Ramaswamy’s speculation comes amidst increasing political chatter as the Democratic National Convention approaches, scheduled to be held in Chicago this year, which happens to be Michelle Obama’s hometown.
Nikki Haley Voters Shift Support to Kamala Harris After Biden’s Exit
Following President Biden’s announcement that he would not seek a second term, a coalition of former Nikki Haley voters has pledged their support for Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign.
The group, formerly known as “Haley Voters for Biden,” has rebranded and now fully backs Harris, influenced by Biden’s endorsement of his Vice President under party pressure. Craig Snyder, the PAC’s director, emphasized Harris’s strength in potentially defeating Donald Trump, urging her to select a moderate running mate.
The organization’s social media presence has been updated to reflect their endorsement of Harris’s bid to continue Biden’s campaign.
Elizabeth Warren Endorses Vice President Harris
Senator Elizabeth Warren has officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination, highlighting Harris’s readiness to lead and unify the party in the upcoming election against Donald Trump.
Warren cited Harris’s strong advocacy on issues such as abortion rights and her prosecutorial experience as key reasons for her endorsement. She expressed confidence in Harris’s ability to win in November and praised her commitment to the American people.
“I’m here for Kamala because Kamala has been here for the American people year after year. She’s ready to do this job, and she’s going to win,” Warren declared in her endorsement statement.
Marianne Williamson: Democracy Must Prevail in Selecting Democratic Nominee
Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson issued a statement following President Biden’s announcement:
“I want to take a moment to express my gratitude and respect to President Biden. He made a undoubtedly difficult decision, but ultimately chose what is best for his party and the nation. It’s clear that, in his heart, he shares the aspirations of the millions of Americans who are determined to see Democrats defeat Donald Trump in November.
“The nomination process for a new Democratic candidate must uphold the principles of genuine democracy, ideally through an open convention. No candidate should be presumed the nominee without a fair hearing and thorough exploration of their platforms.
“At its core, our party stands for democracy. If we are to safeguard our democratic values, we must practice them ourselves.”
Whitmer Won’t Challenge Harris for Democratic Nomination
Recent reports from Bloomberg and Politico suggest that Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is poised to announce her decision not to challenge Kamala Harris for the 2024 Democratic nomination. However, these reports have yet to be officially confirmed.
Earlier statements from The Associated Press indicated that Whitmer had already declared she would not run against Harris in the event of Biden’s withdrawal from the race.
Whitmer’s decision not to enter the contest would likely bolster Harris’s position as the favored successor for the Democratic ticket, especially as the party navigates a tight timeline to finalize its nominee.
