MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Vice-President Kamala Harris launched her White House campaign with a fiery rally in Wisconsin, positioning the upcoming election as a choice between herself, a former prosecutor, and her Republican opponent, whom she compared to the criminals she had pursued in her past career.
Addressing a crowd of 3,000 in this battleground state, Harris drew parallels between her legal record and the actions of her political rival. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the race, throwing his support behind Harris after a majority of Democratic delegates backed her as the party’s nominee.
Following Biden’s endorsement, Harris’ campaign experienced a surge, raising an impressive $100 million within just 36 hours of the announcement. In a newly released national poll by Reuters and Ipsos, Harris was shown to have a slight edge over her opponent, President Donald Trump, with 44% to 42%.
During her rally in Milwaukee, Harris highlighted her experience as California’s attorney general, emphasizing her track record of taking on various wrongdoers. She vowed to stand by her accomplishments against those of Trump, drawing enthusiastic chants of support from the audience, a stark contrast to the reception seen at Biden events.
As the campaign progresses, Harris faced criticisms from Trump, who attacked her stance on issues such as the border and her record as a senator. Despite the onslaught of negative remarks, Harris remained steadfast in outlining her liberal priorities, including gun control, abortion access, and economic equality.
With endorsements from key Democratic leaders and Hollywood figures, Harris’ campaign gained significant momentum, although challenges lie ahead. Trump’s campaign promised to scrutinize her actions and policies, and the call for impeachment brought against her by a Republican member of Congress added another layer of tension to the political landscape.
As the race intensifies, both candidates are gearing up for what is expected to be a fierce battle for the presidency. Harris remains focused on her message of unity and progress, while Trump continues to push his agenda of law and order, setting the stage for a contentious campaign ahead.