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Biden Exits 2024 Race, Harris Eyes Democratic Nomination

8/12/2025

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In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden stepped back from the 2024 re-election race, paving the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to claim the Democratic nomination. Her upcoming memoir, "107 Days," set to launch on September 23, promises an intimate look at her campaign journey and the pivotal choices that shaped her political path.

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In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden stepped back from the 2024 re-election race, paving the way for Vice President Kamala Harris to claim the Democratic nomination. Her upcoming memoir, "107 Days," set to launch on September 23, promises an intimate look at her campaign journey and the pivotal choices that shaped her political path.