Harris Clinches Democratic Presidential Nomination in Rapid Virtual Vote

WASHINGTON—U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has formally secured the Democratic presidential nomination after a swift virtual delegate voting process, announced Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison. This makes Harris the party’s official candidate for the upcoming November 5 presidential election, where she will face Republican candidate Donald Trump.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the virtual voting, which began just a day earlier, saw Harris garnering a majority of delegate votes, confirming her as the Democratic nominee. This rapid conclusion of the voting process underscores Harris’s unchallenged position within the party, as she was the sole candidate after President Joe Biden’s exit from the race. Biden withdrew following concerns about his age and a poorly received debate performance. Harris’s campaign has revitalized the Democratic base, evidenced by significant fundraising efforts and growing enthusiasm among the party’s rank and file.

Harris, who made history as the first woman of color to be nominated by a major party for president, expressed her honor in being the top choice for Democrats and plans to officially accept the nomination next week. The delegate threshold required for the nomination was 1,976 votes, a mark she passed easily due to the absence of other contenders. The DNC had earlier reported that 3,923 delegates, or 99 percent of those eligible, had petitioned for Harris to be placed on the nomination ballot.

The focus now turns to the general election strategies, where Harris is expected to highlight the achievements of the Biden administration while defining her campaign against Trump’s. The selection of her vice-presidential candidate is anticipated soon, with several notable governors and Secretary Pete Buttigieg being considered. Harris’s campaign journey continues next week with planned visits to key battleground states, crucial for the November election outcome.