What to know about Kamala Harris, leading contender to be Democratic presidential nominee

Washington — Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as a top contender to replace President Biden at the top of Democratic ticket following his historic decision to withdraw from the 2024 race for the White House.

Mr. Biden roiled the general election when he announced Sunday that he would be stepping aside, ending weeks of pressure from within the Democratic Party that began after his shocking performance at the first presidential debate on June 27.

The president then threw his support to Harris, saying his decision to select her as his vice president was the best decision he's made.