US Vice President Kamala Harris is making headlines as she seeks to become the first female president in U.S. history. With President Joe Biden stepping aside, Harris has rapidly gained momentum in her campaign with early polls showing her in a close race with former President Donald Trump.
Trump’s Campaign and Crypto Appeal
Donald Trump, now 78, is the oldest major-party nominee in history. Recently, he made an unexpected pitch to the cryptocurrency industry, an area he once called a “scam.” Trump said he wants cryptocurrency to be “mined, minted, and made in the USA,” aiming to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the planet.”
Harris’ Campaign Journey
Kamala Harris, now presumed to be the Democratic nominee, has a short time to prepare for the election, with less than four months until the election. According to new rules by the Democratic National Committee, she must announce her vice-presidential pick by August 7th. This decision is crucial, as a good running mate can enhance the campaign’s appeal and potentially attract more voters.
Choosing a Running Mate
Kamala Harris’ campaign manager, Julie Chávez Rodríguez, said that Harris has started the process of choosing a running mate. The campaign is considering several candidates, including Governors Andy Beshear of Kentucky, Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Roy Cooper of North Carolina, J.B. Pritzker of Illinois, Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, and Tim Walz of Minnesota, as well as Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona.
Chávez Rodríguez said the campaign is excited about this process and wants to have a strong team. Harris’ campaign aims to unite Democrats and attract key groups of voters, including young people, Latinos, women, and Native Americans.
A Historic Bid
As Kamala Harris moves forward, she has already received strong support from Democratic leaders like former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. As she prepares to announce her running mate, the political world watches closely, anticipating how this choice will impact the upcoming election.
