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Congressional Dems go from panic to wary relief: Is the chaos over?
After weeks of panic that Biden would torpedo their chances of winning the House and Senate, down-ballot Democrats are starting to breathe easier.
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Biden’s withdrawal lifted the pall over the party, but Kamala Harris doesn’t have much time to turn the conversation to Trump’s conduct rather than her own.
California governor hopefuls solicit donations for Kamala Harris — and themselves
State Sen. Toni Atkins and former Controller Betty Yee, both Democrats, have taken the somewhat unusual step of simultaneously fundraising for a state and federal campaign.
Harris has enough verbal commitments to secure Democratic nomination
Nancy Pelosi urged California’s delegation to unite behind the vice president.
‘I know Donald Trump’s type': Harris previews attack lines in speech to campaign staff
In a nearly 20-minute speech, Harris acknowledged mixed emotions about her elevation and praised Biden, who phoned in to talk to staffers himself.
Ohio Republican regrets ‘civil war’ comment at Vance rally
State Sen. George Lang said he and others need to be more careful with their language.
DNC poised to move forward with virtual roll call after Biden dropout
Such a timeline, if it were implemented, could result in Vice President Kamala Harris selecting her running mate by the middle of next week.
“We need to defend our sister everywhere”: Inside the organizing call for Harris
Tens of thousands of supporters gathered on Sunday to support Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. They raised over $1 million in the process.
JD Vance gaggles aboard ‘Trump Force Two’
“It should be the voters’ decision who the presidential nominee was, and then who the vice presidential nominee is,” Vance said.
Trump campaign began preparing for Biden exit in May, confidential memo shows
The existence of the memo underscores how the Trump campaign has for months been eyeing the prospect of facing a non-Biden opponent.
House Democrats’ campaign arm raised $1M after Biden announced
It was the biggest 24-hour fundraising period of the cycle, DCCC said.
Black women in New York begin organizing for Kamala Harris
Tens of thousands of Black women across the country joined a virtual call last night to fundraise and strategize.
Eric Holder is running Harris’ veep vetting process
The former attorney general and his law firm is overseeing.
All Democratic governors fall in line to support Kamala Harris
Harris has quickly cleared the deck of Democratic governors who were seen as potential challengers.
Gov. Phil Murphy to Harris: ‘We’ll do whatever it takes’
He did little to downplay his name being suggested as a possible vice presidential nominee.
Schumer, Jeffries will meet with the vice president ‘shortly’ in person
In a joint statement, they stopped short of outright endorsing Kamala Harris but said she is “off to a great start.”
Harris is calling on her 2020 team to boost her new campaign
A member of her 2020 leadership committee told POLITICO he has been making calls to delegates.
Vance attacks Harris over Biden’s abilities: She ‘lied about it’
He said he welcomed Democratic voters who are “disgusted” by the “smoke-filled” process to “come on in, the water is warm.”
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Democrats have all but ensured that Vice President Kamala Harris will be the party’s next nominee.
Harris allies trying to recruit Obama hand David Plouffe for top campaign role
The outreach comes as the campaign, which is being built on the fly, attempts to assemble A-list talent.
Teamsters invites Harris for a roundtable interview
In the interview, she will be considered for the union’s endorsement, per a letter first shared with POLITICO.
Major Dem super PAC receives $150M commitment after Biden drops out
Future Forward, the flagship super PAC blessed by President Joe Biden, has seen a rush in donations.
Unions start to coalesce around Harris
Union leaders are scrambling to assemble their key decision-makers to formally back the vice president.
Pelosi endorses Harris: ‘I have full confidence she will lead us to victory’
The two both have roots in California’s Bay Area.
Two New York Dems locked in competitive races are backing Harris
Rep. Pat Ryan and former CNN host John Avlon released statements on Monday.
Secret Service director: Harris’ security beefed up
The embattled Secret Service director made the remarks during a House hearing Monday.
Money is flowing into down-ballot races, too
It comes after weeks of turmoil and fear that Biden’s struggles would hurt Democrats’ chances of winning control of Congress.
Whitmer will co-chair Harris’ campaign, not interested in VP
She had a similar role for President Joe Biden’s campaign.
Lindsey Graham, a Trump ally, offers strong praise of Biden
Graham has worked closely with Biden over the years, especially on foreign policy matters.
Harris: ‘We are deeply grateful’ for Biden’s service
Harris spoke on the South Lawn of the White House for a celebration of NCAA championship teams, filling in for Biden as he recovers from Covid.
This GOP lawmaker doesn’t want Biden to resign the presidency
It’s a break with many elected Republicans who are urging Biden to resign immediately since he won’t seek reelection.
Kamala Harris clears the path to the nomination as potential challengers fall in line
The rapid demonstration of support was a show of force — and unity — after weeks of unrest and anxiety.