US Election 2024: Biden Backs Harris with Early Ballot as Americans Gear Up for Poll
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US Election 2024: Biden Backs Harris with Early Ballot as Americans Gear Up for Poll

  • President Joe Biden cast his early ballot on October 28 in New Castle, Delaware, voting for Vice President Kamala Harris
  • Outside the polling station, Biden shared moments with supporters, greeting first-time voters and showing confidence in Harris's campaign
  • Biden has actively promoted Harris's campaign, recently rallying Democratic supporters in Pennsylvania alongside Senator John Fetterman

New Castle, Delaware — President Joe Biden joined millions of Americans casting early ballots on Monday, October 28, voting for Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of the 2024 United States election.

Legit.ng reports Harris will take on former President Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential race.

Biden supports Harris in early ballot
President Biden backs Harris ahead of US 2024 election Photo credit: The Washington post/Andrew Harnik/Rebbeca Noble
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As a sign of his support for his vice, Biden cast his vote at an early polling station near his home in New Castle.

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This also comes a few months after Biden announced he would not seek reelection but would endorse Harris to continue his administration's legacy.

As reported by the New York Times, President Biden appeared reflective yet upbeat upon exiting the voting site when asked if the moment felt bittersweet following his decision to step down from the campaign.

Smiling, he replied, "No, this is just sweet."

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Outside the polling location, Biden greeted first-time voters, posed for photos, and even assisted a voter by pushing their wheelchair while waiting in line.

Engaging with supporters in his hometown district, he exuded confidence in Harris's campaign, expressing optimism for the Democratic ticket.

Biden assured supporters, later telling reporters,

“We’re in a good place. We’re going to see a win for Harris, for democracy, and for the American people.”

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Before casting his vote, Biden promoted Harris's campaign, particularly in Pennsylvania, a crucial battleground.

Legit.ng reports that over the weekend, he joined Senator John Fetterman in Pittsburgh to rally Democratic volunteers.

Biden energised supporters at a phone bank event, declaring, "We're gonna win Pennsylvania!" before distributing pizza to thank the volunteers.

Trump under pressure as Kamala Harris releases medical report

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that on Saturday, October 12, US Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, released a letter from her doctor declaring her in "excellent health" and fit for high office.

Pundits consider the move an effort to draw a contrast with her Republican counterpart, Donald Trump, ahead of the November elections.

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Ezra Ukanwa (Editor) Ezra Ukanwa is a Reuters-certified journalist with over 5 years of professional experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication from Anchor University, Lagos. Currently, he is the Politics and Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng, where he brings his expertise to provide incisive, impactful coverage of national events. Ezra was recognized as Best Campus Journalist at the Anchor University Communications Awards in 2019 and is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM). Contact him at: ezra.ukanwa@corp.legit.ng or +2349036989944.