Ms. Harris’s next crucial decision will be choosing a running mate to complete the ticket.
Furthermore, 43,000 individuals have committed to becoming new recurring donors, with over half of them opting for weekly donations, as confirmed by the campaign.
The funding was raised through various channels, including the Democratic National Committee and joint fundraising committees, which have recently been renamed from Biden Victory to Harris Victory and Biden Action Fund to Harris Action Fund.
On the social media front, the campaign’s rapid response account, previously known as “Biden HQ,” has now been rebranded as “Kamala HQ” and has seen its followers double overnight, surpassing 1 million.
Kevin Munoz, a spokesperson for the Harris campaign, stated, “The historic support for Vice President Harris demonstrates the grassroots energy and enthusiasm that is essential for winning elections. We are witnessing a diverse coalition coming together to support our efforts in engaging with the voters who will determine this election.”
Following President Biden’s decision not to seek re-election, his $96 million campaign fund was transferred to the vice president’s campaign, as reported by the Federal Election Commission.
Running Mate?
Ms. Harris’s next important decision will be choosing a running mate to complete the ticket.
Reports suggest that her campaign is currently vetting several potential vice presidential candidates.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, 51, is considered a strong VP candidate due to his moderate stance, support for Israel, and influence in a swing state.
Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), 60, is also a favorite among many party members for the VP position, given his national recognition as a former NASA astronaut and Navy pilot, as well as his advocacy for gun control alongside his wife, former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.).
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper is another strong contender, having governed a crucial battleground state since 2017.
Other potential candidates include Governors Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Wes Moore of Maryland, Gavin Newsom of California, J.B. Pritzker of Illinois, Andy Beshear of Kentucky, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
Both Mr. Moore and Ms. Whitmer have expressed disinterest in joining a Harris ticket.
David Carlucci, a Democratic strategist, emphasized the importance of balancing the ticket and selecting a candidate who can help secure crucial battleground states.
He believes that Democrats from swing states will be closely considered for the vice presidential role.
