Vice President Kamala Harris has seen a surge in support and visibility following President Joe Biden's lackluster debate performance. While some critics have previously viewed Harris as a potential liability for Democrats, she is now being hailed as 'Biden's secret weapon' due to her appeal to certain demographics and fundraising abilities. The vice president has emerged as the administration's most forceful voice on various issues, including reproductive rights and women's health. Some polls indicate that Harris is gaining strength with key Democratic voting blocs, such as Black voters.
Despite these positive signs for Harris, there have been growing calls for her to take over as the Democratic nominee following Biden's debate performance. However, Harris has made it clear that she fully supports Biden's continued bid for a second term and is not angling to replace him.
The media coverage of Harris has also shifted in recent days, with puff pieces appearing in various outlets such as The Washington Post, The Hill, Los Angeles Times, The View, Politico/Morning Consult, New York Times, Fox News Digital and others. Republican JD Vance and Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett have also weighed in on the debate over Harris's potential role in the campaign.
Despite her growing visibility and support within the Democratic Party, Harris still faces challenges as she works to win over voters in key battleground states and address concerns about her record as Vice President. Some critics point to issues such as border control and weak approval numbers among Democrats during Biden's term. However, Harris's access to the Biden-Harris campaign war chest could give her a significant advantage if she were to seek the nomination.
As questions about Biden continue to mount, Harris is poised to play an increasingly important role in the Democratic Party and potentially shape the direction of the campaign leading up to November.
