Kamala Harris is competent to run again in four years: Biden
The Hindu
Joe Biden hints at Kamala Harris running for President in 2028, leaving the decision up to her.
Vice-President Kamala Harris is competent to run for the Presidency again in four years, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden said Friday (January 10, 2025), noting that the decision on this would finally be on her.
“I think that’s a decision she might think she’s competent to run again in four years. That’ll be a decision for her to make,” Biden told reporters at a news conference here.
Also Read | Joe Biden gets blamed by Harris allies for the Vice President’s resounding loss
Mr. Biden made history in 2020 by appointing Ms. Harris as the first ever Indian American, African American and woman as the Vice-President of the country.
In the summer of 2024, after a disastrous Presidential debate with Donald Trump in Atlanta, Mr. Biden withdrew from the race and went ahead to endorse Ms. Harris for Presidency. Ms. Harris soon became the Democratic Party’s Presidential nominee.
However, Ms. Harris lost to Mr. Trump in the November 5th Presidential election. Ms. Harris has not announced her future plans yet.
India engages with Mexico over unilateral tariff hikes, asserting rights to protect exporters while seeking mutually beneficial trade solutions.
Families of 11 Pakistani fishermen arrested by India plead for government intervention to secure their release amid ongoing tensions.
Shorts News:Watch: ‘No big deal’: Trump shrugs off newly released Epstein photos
Eight Muslim nations, led by Pakistan, reaffirm support for UNRWA's vital role in assisting Palestinian refugees amid a humanitarian crisis.
Myanmar military confirms airstrike on Rakhine hospital, resulting in over 30 deaths amid ongoing conflict with armed groups.
Three U.S. lawmakers propose a resolution to end Trump-era tariffs on India, aiming to strengthen economic ties and restore trade authority.
Bolivian court sentences former President Luis Arce to five months in jail on corruption charges amid rising political tensions.
California and 19 states challenge Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee in federal court, citing legal and economic concerns.
U.S. Envoy Witkoff to meet Zelenskyy and European leaders in Berlin to discuss peace negotiations this weekend.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to renew ceasefire after clashes, as announced by President Trump amid ongoing tensions.
Donald Trump narrows his Fed chair search to Kevin Warsh or Kevin Hassett, emphasizing the need for consultation on interest rates.
Two dead after a four-storey temple collapse in South Africa; rescuers search for survivors amid challenging conditions.
Ukraine's military strikes Yaroslavl oil refinery, halting production amid ongoing conflict and failed peace talks with Russia.