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By Adeola Adeosun
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President Joe Biden reaffirmed his commitment to the 2024 campaign despite stepping aside from the presidential race, while Vice President Kamala Harris stepped into the spotlight as the presumptive nominee.
During a phone call to Harris's campaign team in Wilmington, Delaware, Biden declared, "I'm not going anywhere," signaling his intention to remain actively involved in the upcoming election. Meanwhile, Harris delivered a speech that outlined her vision for the campaign and the country.
The transition of power within the Democratic ticket unfolded at Biden's former campaign headquarters in the Brandywine Building, which is now set to become Harris's base of operations. The Vice President met with members of the Delaware delegation, while local police secured the perimeter around the downtown location.
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Newsweek contacted the Harris campaign via email on Monday for comment.
Biden's unexpected announcement on Sunday that he would not seek reelection sent shockwaves through the political landscape. However, his swift endorsement of Harris and pledge of continued support have helped maintain a sense of continuity within the Democratic Party.
During the call, which was broadcast to the assembled team via speakerphone held by Harris's campaign manager Julie Chavez Rodriguez, Biden praised the efforts of his former campaign staff. "You're an amazing team," he said, acknowledging the sacrifices made by many who had "uprooted your lives" for his previous campaign.
The President highlighted the campaign's infrastructure, noting, "We have over 230 offices opened. We have over 2,000 paid staff. And we have literally several 1,000 volunteers on a regular basis."
Taking center stage, Harris addressed key campaign issues, particularly focusing on reproductive rights. "Knowing if Trump gets the chance, he will sign a national abortion ban to outlaw abortion in every single state," Harris warned. "But we are not going to let that happen."
The Vice President promised to sign legislation restoring reproductive freedoms if elected president. "It is this team here that is going to help in this November to elect a majority of members of the United States Congress who agree the government should not be telling a woman what to do with her body," she stated.
Harris also framed the upcoming election as a pivotal moment for the nation's identity. "What kind of country do we want to live in?" she asked. "A country of freedom, compassion and rule of law or a country of chaos, fear and hate."
Biden echoed this sentiment in his remarks, emphasizing the ongoing need to "save democracy" and framing the upcoming election as a critical moment for the nation. The President criticized his potential Republican opponent, stating, "Trump is still a danger to the community. He's a danger to the nation."
Biden promised continued support, saying, "I'm gonna be out there in the campaign with her. Both as a sitting president, getting legislation passed, as well as campaigning."
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