Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris after President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 race. In a detailed statement shared on social media, Pelosi expressed her support for Harris to lead the Democrats’ ticket, highlighting the vice president’s “strength and courage as a champion for working families” and her commitment to public service.
Pelosi also praised Biden for his leadership and contributions to America during his time in office, calling him one of the country’s most consequential presidents. Despite facing low approval ratings, Pelosi expressed confidence in Harris’ ability to lead the Democrats to victory in the November election.
In a separate announcement, Biden officially declared that he would not seek the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination and endorsed Harris as the party’s nominee. In his letter, Biden highlighted the accomplishments of his administration, including the country’s strong economy, investment in rebuilding infrastructure, and expanding affordable healthcare to millions of Americans.
Biden acknowledged the support from the American people that made these achievements possible, emphasizing the importance of unity within the Democratic Party as they move forward to ensure a victory in November against Republican nominee Donald Trump. Pelosi echoed this sentiment in her endorsement of Harris, encouraging the party to unite and “charge forward” towards a successful election for their chosen candidate.
