Former President Barack Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris have been in close contact since Harris announced her presidential candidacy. Obama is expected to endorse Harris soon, as he has privately expressed his full support for her campaign. The timing of the endorsement is not yet known, but Obama wants it to be a standalone moment, separate from President Joe Biden’s recent events. The two are also considering appearing together on the campaign trail in the future.
Michelle Obama also supports Harris’ candidacy, indicating strong Democratic support for her bid for the White House. Harris has previously been an early supporter of Obama and has received endorsements from across the country since announcing her candidacy. Obama has offered Harris counsel on setting up a campaign and other aspects of running a successful bid for president.
Obama views himself as a resource and sounding board for Harris as she navigates the high-stakes campaign, aiming to help unify the party and move Democrats forward. Despite expressing concerns about Biden’s ability to defeat former President Donald Trump, Obama did not publicly or privately urge him to remain in the race. Harris and Obama have known each other for years, with Harris being an early supporter of Obama’s campaigns and Obama supporting her in her own political endeavors.
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