Pelosi Praises Harris as Astute Pick for Biden in 2024, But Deflects on Her Own Plans

Pelosi says "He thinks so" when asked if Harris is best 2024 running mate for Biden
Pelosi praises Harris as "politically astute" but deflects when pressed further
Notes Harris' political skills in winning California Attorney General race from just 6% in polls
Says role of VP is to support president, not do as much on their own
Pelosi recently announced she is running for re-election in 2024

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Pelosi Praises Harris as Astute Pick for Biden in 2024, But Deflects on Her Own Plans

Pelosi says "He thinks so" when asked if Harris is best 2024 running mate for Biden
Pelosi praises Harris as "politically astute" but deflects when pressed further
Notes Harris' political skills in winning California Attorney General race from just 6% in polls
Says role of VP is to support president, not do as much on their own
Pelosi recently announced she is running for re-election in 2024

thehill.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/6/2023

Kamala Harris says she 'may have to take over' as president and is...

9/7/2023

Nancy Pelosi, 83, is considering another run for office: report

9/7/2023

Harris Affirms Biden is Fit for Office Despite Age Concerns

Vice President Kamala Harris reassures the public that President Joe Biden is in good health, but asserts that she is ready to assume office if necessary, dismissing concerns about Biden's age.

9/14/2023

Pelosi Defends Impeachment Approach, Endorses Biden Despite Age Concerns

9/14/2023

Pelosi Offers Lukewarm Support for Harris as Biden's VP Pick

9/15/2023

Democrats Dodge Questions on Whether Harris Should Be Biden's 2024 Running Mate

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) refused to explicitly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the best running mate for President Biden in 2024, evading Jake Tapper's question during an interview on CNN.

9/24/2023

Clyburn Praises Harris as Potential Future of Dems, But Says She Must Earn Her Spot