Last updated on August 28th, 2024 at 11:39 am
In fact, many Democratic leaders have endorsed Kamala Harris as the party’s new US presidential candidate, but the former President of the United States, Barack Obama, has refused to do so. According to the New York Post, which cites sources close to powerful Democrats, Obama remains reluctant to openly support Harris because he believes she lacks what it takes to defeat the Republican candidate Donald Trump.
Strategic Plans
The source also quoted Obama as wanting to drop Biden for another candidate. The source even cited the written article by actor George Clooney, begging Biden to withdraw, was part of this plan.
According to the source, Obama’s favorite candidate is Arizona Senator Mark Kelly to replace Biden on the Democratic ticket .
Potential Endorsement Imminent
Despite the reports, NBC News said Thursday that Obama will come out for Harris soon. He has been working behind the scenes to help Harris and has spoken regularly with the candidate. Aides to both Obama and Harris have discussed coordinating joint campaign appearances, but no date has been settled.
Speculation About Michelle Obama
US Senator Ted Cruz predicted earlier last month that former First Lady Michelle Obama would replace Joe Biden. This, after Biden’s disastrous presidential debate with Donald Trump that brought about a slew of criticism from political analysts.