Biden, Clintons endorse Kamala Harris for Democratic nominee

After announcing his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, US President Joe Biden formally endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. 

Biden praised Harris for her dedication and leadership, urging Democrats to rally behind her candidacy. 

"My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President," Biden posted on X. "And it’s been the best decision I’ve made. Today, I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year."

My fellow Democrats, I have decided not to accept the nomination and to focus all my energies on my duties as President for the remainder of my term. My very first decision as the party nominee in 2020 was to pick Kamala Harris as my Vice President. And it’s been the best… pic.twitter.com/x8DnvuImJV

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) July 21, 2024

Additionally, Bill and Hillary Clinton took to social media to also endorse Harris as the next potential Democratic nominee.

In a joint statement, the Clintons praised and expressed their gratitude for Biden's leadership, adding, "We join millions of Americans in thanking President Biden for all he has accomplished, standing up for America time and again, with his North Star always being what's best for the country."

The Clintons emphasized their strong support for Harris, saying, "We are honored to join the President in endorsing Vice President Harris and will do whatever we can to support her."