Vice President Kamala Harris has officially gained enough support from delegates to secure the Democratic nomination for president. The Democratic National Committee has set August 1 as the date when delegates will begin voting to formally nominate Harris.
During a virtual meeting, Jaime Harrison, the chair of the Democratic National Committee, and other party officials recognized the overwhelming support for Harris among party members. They emphasized their commitment to conducting an “open, fair, and transparent” nomination process.
Candidates who wish to challenge Harris for the nomination must meet qualifying criteria by July 30, which includes obtaining support from at least 300 delegates, with no more than 50 from a single state. So far, no viable challengers have emerged, especially after President Biden withdrew from the race and endorsed Harris. If Harris remains unopposed, online voting will commence on August 1. However, if a challenger emerges, the voting could be delayed until August 7.
The committee has finalized the rules for selecting the next nominee, with the draft of these rules being released on Tuesday. Harris has garnered support from various prominent figures within the Democratic Party, including former President Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, congressional leaders, party officials, and all Democratic governors nationwide. The Associated Press reported that Harris has already secured more than the required 1,976 delegates needed to win the nomination in the first round of voting.
Overall, the Democratic Party appears united in its support for Harris as the presidential nominee. With the nomination vote scheduled for August 1, Harris seems poised to become the official Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential election. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the nomination process unfolds.
