Vice President Kamala Harris is on her way to becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, having secured the necessary delegates. However, some prominent Democrats like Sen. Bernie Sanders and Sen. Jon Tester are yet to endorse her, citing specific policy demands and concerns. Rep. Mary Peltola of Alaska is looking at energy policy as a deciding factor for her vote. Despite facing criticism over her role as the “border czar,” Harris has garnered support from Reps. Caraveo and Gonzalez, among others.
On the other hand, Rep. Marcy Kaptur is waiting for a potential vice presidential candidate from Midwest battleground states. Rep. Rashida Tlaib is advocating for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict and calls for transparency at the upcoming Democratic National Convention. Harris has received endorsements from prominent Democrats like Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi, with others like Reps. Spanberger, Sykes, and Craig expressing support while urging Harris to effectively communicate her platform to the public in the coming months.
Overall, Harris’s path to the nomination seems secure, but engaging with key Democratic figures and addressing policy concerns will be crucial in solidifying her candidacy.