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Senator Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid

The California lawmaker says Kamala Harris is committed to winning nomination.
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VIDEO: Senator Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid
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Harris attacks Trump at energetic 1st presidential rally in Milwaukee

Harris attacked Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance.
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Vice President Kamala Harris delivers remarks during a campaign event at West Allis Central High School, in West Allis, Wisconsin, on July 23, 2024.
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VP Harris endorsed by Hillary and Bill Clinton

This as former President Trump ramps up attacks on Vice President Harris. He's also now hedging on whether he'll actually take the debate stage again.
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VIDEO: VP Harris endorsed by Hillary and Bill Clinton
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Kamala Harris holds 1st campaign rally since Biden's withdrawal

A raucous Milwaukee crowd welcomed Vice President Harris has as she proclaimed that the road to the White House runs through Wisconsin.
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VIDEO: Kamala Harris holds 1st campaign rally since Biden's withdrawal
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Bannon to go on trial later this year for alleged fraud in border wall fundraiser

Bannon was recently jailed on a contempt of Congress conviction.
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Former White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon leaves a press conference outside the federal correctional institution, July 1, 2024, in Danbury, Conn.
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Biden makes 1st appearance since ending reelection campaign

President Joe Biden is set to address the nation Thursday on his decision to end his campaign.
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VIDEO: Biden makes 1st appearance since ending reelection campaign
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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial

Menendez will resign his office on Aug. 20 following conviction in his federal corruption trial, multiple sources told ABC News.
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VIDEO: Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial
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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial: Sources

The New Jersey Democrat maintained his innocence following the guilty verdict.
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Sen. Bob Menendez speaks to the media as he exits Manhattan federal court, July 16, 2024, in New York.
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Democratic leaders Schumer, Jefferies give their support to Kamala Harris

Waves of other Democrats have done so as well and on Monday Harris secured enough delegates to become presumptive Democratic nominee.
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VIDEO: Democratic leaders Schumer, Jefferies give their support to Kamala Harris
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Vice President Harris set to hold 1st campaign rally in Wisconsin

Her first rally comes as vetting has begun for a potential VP with four asked to submit materials, sources say.
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VIDEO: Vice President Harris set to hold first campaign rally in Wisconsin
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Republican lawmakers call Democratic nominee swap a 'coup'

Atlantic staff writer Ali Breland speaks on some Republicans comparing President Biden stepping aside to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
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VIDEO: Republican lawmakers call Democratic nominee swap a 'coup'
July 23

President Biden releases statement following Secret Service director resignation

Director Kimberly Cheatle announced her resignation in an email to Secret Service employees Tuesday morning.
July 23
VIDEO: President Biden releases statement following Secret Service director resignation
July 23

Harris 'needs to continue to be bold,' says Rep. Kamlager-Dove

Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif., tells ABC News how Vice President Harris could approach her campaign by running on a platform highlighting the successes of the Biden administration.
July 23
VIDEO: Harris 'needs to continue to be bold,' says Rep. Kamlager-Dove
July 23

Pennsylvania governor and Arizona senator are possible VP candidates

A senior administration official tells ABC News' Martha Raddatz that Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly are leading candidates to be Kamala Harris's running mate.
July 23
VIDEO: Pennsylvania governor and Arizona senator are possible VP candidates
July 23

Vice President Kamala Harris secures delegate support

ABC News political contributor and former Rep. Barbara Comstock and democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff discuss Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign.
July 23
VIDEO: Vice President Kamala Harris secures delegate support
July 23

Embattled Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle resigns

On Monday, Cheatle told Congress that the attempted assassination against former President Donald Trump was the "most significant operational failure at the Secret Service in decades."
July 23
VIDEO: Embattled Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle resigns
July 23

Harris campaign appeals to young voters

Student democratic delegate Hailee Clack discusses the support and issues Vice President Kamala Harris may face during her presidential campaign.
July 23
VIDEO: Harris campaign appeals to young voters
July 23

Major Asian, Black, Latino groups support Harris presidency

Harris has become the top potential successor to President Joe Biden.
July 23
Vice President Kamala Harris attends an infrastructure event addressing high speed internet in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building's South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, June 3, 2021.
July 22

GOP Rep. Nancy Mace to force a full House vote to impeach Secret Service director

Mace filed the impeachment resolution on the House floor late Monday.
July 22
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) holds up a paper as she questions Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle during a House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing at the Rayburn House Office Building on July 22, 2024 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)
July 22

What the Harris candidacy means to the 'Uncommitted' movement

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with the head of the United National Movement, Layla Elabed, on what a Harris-led ticket means for the voting bloc who chose "uncommitted" during the Democratic primary.
July 22
VIDEO: What the Harris candidacy means to the 'Uncommitted' movement
July 22

Political historian on how the DNC's 'unconventional convention' might unfold

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with political historian Joanne Freeman about what to expect at the DNC in Chicago and the possibility of a contested convention.
July 22
VIDEO: Presidential historian on how the DNC's 'unconventional convention' might unfold
July 22

Senator Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid

Linsey Davis speaks with California Sen. Laphonza Butler on her friendship with Vice President Harris and the path forward for Harris' presidential campaign.
July 22
VIDEO: Senator Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid
July 22

Sen. Bernie Sanders 'going to do everything' to help Harris

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., about supporting Kamala Harris' presidential bid and considers whether an open convention would benefit the Democratic Party.
July 22
VIDEO: Sen. Bernie Sanders 'going to do everything' to help Harris
July 22

Harris' tenure as vice president under the microscope

ABC News' Terry Moran looks at Kamala Harris' record as vice president, including tackling immigration policy, abortion access and more.
July 22
VIDEO: Harris' tenure as vice president under the microscope
July 22

Vance lashes out at Democrats in 1st solo rallies

Vance held back to back rallies in Ohio and Virginia Monday.
July 22
Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance speaks during a rally in his home town of Middletown, Ohio, July 22, 2024.
July 22

Kamala Harris rallies new campaign to fight against Trump after Biden's endorsement

Harris has framed the election as a fight between a prosecutor and a criminal.
July 22
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at her Presidential Campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Del., July 22, 2024.
July 22

VP Kamala Harris speaks at campaign HQ after President Biden exits 2024 race

VP Harris spoke at Delaware campaign event Monday, saying, "it is my intention to go out and earn this nomination and to win."
July 22
VIDEO: Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at campaign event one day after President Biden exits 2024 race
July 22

Where things stand after President Joe Biden drops reelection bid

President Joe Biden announces the end of his 50-year career in public service. Presidential historian and ABC News contributor Mark Updegrove takes us through the uncharted political waters.
July 22
VIDEO: Where things stand after President Joe Biden drops reelection bid
July 22

Vice President Kamala Harris takes aim at Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris targeted her potential rival for the White House in her first address to her campaign staff. ABC News' Selina Wang reports from Delaware.
July 22
VIDEO: Vice President Kamala Harris takes aim at Trump
July 22

President Biden calls into Vice President Harris' campaign event in Delaware

Pres. Biden called into Delaware campaign headquarters during a campaign rally for Vice Pres. Kamala Harris, saying he's "going to be working like hell" to support her in her 2024 election campaign.
July 22
VIDEO: President Biden calls into Vice President Harris' campaign event in Delaware
July 22

'Kamala IS brat': How Kamala Harris' campaign is embracing the memes

Harris memes related to Charli XCX's "Brat" have taken over social media.
July 22
Memes about Kamala Harris's campaign – particularly involving Charli XCX's "Brat" album and coconut trees – have exploded online since she announced her presidential run
July 22

Where Kamala Harris stands on health care issues

As Kamala Harris vies for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination, here is where she stands on health care issues.
July 22
As Kamala Harris vies for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination, here is where she stands on health care issues.
July 22

The tumultuous 24 days that led to the end of Biden’s 2024 campaign

President Biden abandoned his bid for a second term just three weeks after his disastrous debate performance.
July 22
President Biden abandoned his bid for a second term just three weeks after his disastrous debate performance.
July 22

Trump escalates attacks on Harris, accusing her of covering up Biden's condition

They are already running both television and online ads in key swing states.
July 22
Former President and 2024 presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Grand Rapids, Mich., July 20, 2024.
July 22

Key moments from Secret Service director's hearing on Trump assassination attempt

In her first hearing before Congress, Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle said she takes "full responsibility for any security lapse."
July 22
In her first hearing before Congress, Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle said she takes "full responsibility for any security lapse."
July 22

Secret Service director tells Congress 'we failed' in hearing on Trump shooting

Kim Cheatle appeared before the House Oversight Committee amid calls to resign.
July 22
Director of the United States Secret Service Kimberly Cheatle attends a US House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, July 22, 2024.
July 22

The effort to rewrite history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol

The convicted rioters are rebranded as hostages, not inmates.
July 22
VIDEO: The effort to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol
July 22

Secret Service director tells Congress 'we failed' on Trump assassination attempt

In her first hearing before Congress, Kim Cheatle also told the committee she will move "heaven and earth" to ensure that what occurred never happens again.
July 22
VIDEO: Secret Service director tells Congress 'we failed' on Trump assassination attempt
July 22

Super PACs already putting millions of dollars toward Kamala Harris

Future Forward says it received $150 million in new commitments from major Democratic donors in the 24 hours since President Joe Biden announced he would step aside from the race.
July 22
VIDEO: Super PACs already putting millions of dollars toward Kamala Harris
July 22

Looking back at the last time a president didn't seek reelection

Lyndon B. Johnson was the last eligible president to not seek reelection in 1968, but the circumstances and timing were much different.
July 22
VIDEO: Looking back at the last time a president didn't seek reelection
July 22

Trump's social media suggests a campaign scrambling from Biden leaving 2024 race

A frustrated Trump has posted more than 10 times since Biden's announcement.
July 22
Former President Donald J. Trump holds his first public campaign rally with his running mate, Vice Presidential nominee Senator J.D. Vance at the Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, MI, July 20, 2024.
July 22

Kamala Harris is 'exciting the country,' Rep. Jeffries says

Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries talks about Kamala Harris as a presidential candidate.
July 22
VIDEO: Kamala Harris is 'exciting the country,' Rep. Jeffries says
July 22

Kamala Harris' super PAC launches 1st campaign ad targeting Trump over Roe v. Wade

The group plans to raise $20 million in 18 weeks, sources said.
July 22
Vice President Kamala Harris looks over the House floor ahead of the annual State of the Union address by President Joe Biden before a joint session of Congress at the Capital building on March 7, 2024 in Washington, DC.
July 22

Pelosi endorses Harris with 'immense pride,' praises Biden's 'wisdom'

Her backing of Harris came about 24 hours after the president bowed out.
July 22
Democratic Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi speaks at the North Carolina Democratic Unity Dinner fundraiser in Raleigh, July 20, 2024.
July 22

Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson discusses Harris' candidacy

Marianne Williamson discusses President Joe Biden stepping down from the 2024 presidential election and her bid to be the Democratic nominee instead of Vice President Kamala Harris.
July 22
VIDEO: Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson discusses Harris' candidacy
July 22

Democratic lawmaker Jennifer McClellan commends Biden for lifetime of service

McClellan said she fully endorses Biden's backing of Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee.
July 22
VIDEO: Democratic lawmaker Jennifer McClellan commends Biden for stepping down
July 22

Kamala Harris talks ‘coconut tree’ in 2023

The vice president told an anecdote involving her mother while speaking at a swearing-in ceremony on May 10, 2023.
July 22
The vice president told an anecdote involving her mother while speaking at a swearing-in ceremony for the President’s Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Hispanics.
July 22

Biden has bowed out but GOP attacks continue as he faces big week ahead

Biden ally Sen. Chris Coons called GOP calls for Biden to resign "ridiculous."
July 22
President Joe Biden speaks at a news conference July 11, 2024, in Washington.
July 22

Harris lauds Biden's 'unmatched' legacy in 1st appearance since Biden left 2024 race

Harris gave remarks at an event celebrating the NCAA championship teams.
July 22
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, July 22, 2024, during an event with NCAA college athletes.
July 22

Harris comments on Biden’s ‘big heart’ at White House event

The vice president gave remarks at an event celebrating the NCAA championship teams Monday morning on the South Lawn of the White House.
July 22
VIDEO: Harris comments on Biden’s ‘big heart’ at White House event
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, on July 22, 2024.
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, on July 22, 2024.
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